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Note from the Washington State Library: In order to participate in the Winter 2002 Washington State Databases Trial, each vendor was asked to address questions the Statewide Database Licensing Committee felt were most critical in order for library staff to evaluate products and vendors. Please contact the vendor's representative, listed below, for additional information on this product.

1. Describe the database product(s). If you want us to link to more than one product, provide a unique description for each product. Be sure we know what information belongs with each product. If there are special hardware or software needs, please make sure you include them in this description. When you provide a description of your product, please go beyond the typical advertising brochure text. We are hoping for a thoughtful, descriptive paragraph that will enable someone unfamiliar with your product to understand the nature and coverage of your product. The more concise the description, the better.

Readers Guide Full Text Select 100% full-text articles, plus accompanying page images! Retrieve complete articles with every search! Readers' Guide Full Text, Select Edition brings you the full text cover to cover from 160 select periodicals, along with accompanying PDF page images. What's more, each article is also summarized in a helpful 50- to 150- word abstract, saving patrons time in accessing the articles and freeing your workstations for more users.

This new resource is particularly helpful for libraries with limited periodicals collections, effectively expanding the number of quality titles available to patrons. The database is also a boon to distance learners, with the convenience of complete magazine articles at the ready round the clock without having to visit the library.

o Full text articles from 160 periodicals as far back as 1994 o Updates four times a week on WilsonWeb.

Readers Guide Retrospective Readers' Guide Retrospective provides searchable access to more than 100 years of citations from 512 leading U.S. magazines. Search the equivalent of 44 printed Readers' Guide cumulations (including 19th Century Readers' Guide 1890 - 1899) by author, title, subject, keyword, journal, or year! Updated, uniform subject headings allow searching by familiar, contemporary terms. Original subject headings are also featured, for historians, sociologists, linguists, writers, and others interested in the way issues of the day were framed.

o Two-part release: --Coverage 1969 through 1982 available August 2001. (675,000 entries.) --Complete database - 1890 through 1982 - available Fall 2002. (More than 2,500,000 entries.)

Now available: Coverage 1969-1982
Coming in January: 1959-1982
Complete database available this Fall

The AMICO Library Some 78,000 Works of Art - Rights-Cleared for Educational Use

The AMICO Library is a rich digital resource of art images and related multimedia gathered from the collections of member museums in the Art Museum Image Consortium (AMICO). The AMICO Library can be searched alone or simultaneously with other WilsonWeb databases, including Art Full Text, Art Index Retrospective, Art Abstracts, Art Index, Biography Reference Bank and Wilson Biographies Plus Illustrated.

General Science Database Full Text, Abstracts, and Index. Now with PDF page images! H.W. Wilson's General Science databases cover 193 popular and professional English-language science periodicals as well as the Science section of the New York Times. Designed specifically for students and non-specialists, the periodicals covered range from very general to highly specialized titles. Subjects covered include biology, chemistry, astronomy, conservation, earth science, medicine, nutrition, oceanography, and zoology Photos, illustrations, graphs, charts, diagrams.. General Science Full Text is a bibliographic database that indexes and abstracts articles of at least one column in length from English-language periodicals published in the United States and Great Britain plus the full text of selected periodicals. Periodical coverage includes popular science magazines as well as professional journals. Abstracting coverage begins with periodicals published in March 1993. Abstracts range from 50 to 300 words and describe the content and scope of the source articles. Full text coverage begins in January 1995.

Social Sciences Full Text Social Sciences Full Text is a bibliographic database that indexes and abstracts articles of at least one column in length from English-language periodicals published in the United States and elsewhere plus the full text of selected periodicals. Coverage includes a wide range of interdisciplinary fields covered in a broad array of social sciences journals. Abstracting coverage begins with periodicals published in January 1994. Abstracts range from 50 to 300 words and describe the content and scope of the source articles. Full text coverage begins in January 1995.

Current Biography ® Illustrated: 1940-Present Current Biography Illustrated: 1940-Present contains the full text of the 23,000 biographies and obituaries that have appeared in Current Biography Yearbook since 1940. Numerous updated biographies and articles that have not appeared in the print editions are also in this database. Many of the articles that appear in the database are accompanied by as many as ten photos of the person profiled. Profiling artists, politicians, businesspeople, journalists, actors, writers, sports figures, scientists, and other people prominent in the news, the Current Biography articles are supplemented with recent citations from Biography Index. The profiles and obituaries are searchable by name, profession, place of origin, gender, race/ethnicity, date of birth, keyword, and full text.

Biography Reference Bank Target Audience: High School, public, academic, special/corporate libraries

DESCRIPTION

The Biography Reference Bank database includes all the content coverage of Wilson Biographies Plus Illustrated combined with the wide-ranging periodicals-driven coverage delivered by Biography Index. The proposed database is one of the most extensive biographical resources available.

Biography Reference Bank covers more than 195,000 names. You'll retrieve:

  • Full text profiles and interviews
  • Complete biographical profiles produced by The H. W. Wilson Company
  • Profiles licensed from outstanding biographical sources from other leading publishers
  • Article abstracts and index citations from thousands of sources
  • Images

In addition, Biography Reference Bank grows over the course of your subscription:

The latest coverage of biographical subjects, as it appears in a wide range of serials, adds to and expands on the entries retrieved.

Thousands of new names are added as biographical material appears in journals, magazines, and books.

BENEFITS Authoritative reliable biographies All access points currently available for print versions, including Name, Year of Publication, Source Publication AS WELL AS additional access points unique to electronic versions: Profession/Genre, Gender, Race/Ethnicity, Date of Birth, Place of Origin, more

UPDATES Monthly

Children's Catalog TARGET AUDIENCE Public, school, and academic/education libraries

DESCRIPTION Children's Catalog is the electronic version of Wilson's standard reference work of the same name. Children's Catalog is a selective annotated list of fiction and nonfiction books and magazines for children from preschool through sixth grade, along with review sources and other professional aids for children's librarians and school media specialists. Fiction and nonfiction works, story collections, and picture books are classified by subject according to the Dewey Decimal Classification. The database includes 8,000 titles, primarily books.

BENEFITS This is designed for use in selection, and ordering of titles; verification of information; curriculum support, collection maintenance; readers guidance; and coursework in literature and book selection.

SCOPE: 17th edition 1996-2000

Public Library Catalog Public Library Catalog, Electronic Edition provides entries for some 11,000 nonfiction and reference works (primarily books, but also electronic resources) for the public library. The database reflects the content of the print resource Public Library Catalog, 11th Edition. Updates to the Electronic Edition will incorporate two remaining annual supplements from the print edition (due for release in 2001 and 2002), plus content from new print editions as they're published.

An ideal tool for collection maintenance and information verification, resource selection, purchasing, and readers' advisory.

Searchable by: Keyword Title Subject Publisher Author Publication year ISBN ISSN theme, and genre Document type: books, book chapter, CD-ROM, Dewey decimal number

Special Features: Entries link to review excerpts from Wilson's Book Review Digest database. Retrieve records in machine-readable MARC format. Instantly check your library's holdings with a link from the Electronic Editions to your OPAC. Includes descriptive and critical annotations, as well as part-by-part entries for anthologies, collections, and other books. Complete set of PDF page images from the print edition's Classified Catalog, for page-by-page browsing.

Fiction Catalog Fiction Catalog, Electronic Edition highlights more than 7,000 works of fiction for adults, including both established and contemporary works written in (or translated into) English. Analytical entries are provided for composite works. The database reflects the content of the print resource Fiction Catalog, 14th Edition, and will incorporate each of the 14th Edition's annual supplements as they're published in 2002, 2003, 2004 and 2005.

An ideal tool for collection maintenance and information verification, resource selection, purchasing, and readers' advisory.

Searchable by: Keyword Title Subject Publisher Author Publication year ISBN ISSN theme, and genre Document type: books, book chapter, CD-ROM, Dewey decimal number

Special Features: Entries link to review excerpts from Wilson's Book Review Digest database. Retrieve records in machine-readable MARC format. Instantly check your library's holdings with a link from the Electronic Editions to your OPAC. Includes descriptive and critical annotations, as well as part-by-part entries for anthologies, collections, and other books. Complete set of PDF page images from the print edition's Classified Catalog, for page-by-page browsing.

2. Is remote access included for the subscription price? If there are additional charges or requirements in order to offer remote access, please describe. What methods of remote access are supported? If applicable, please discuss any methods or assistance you offer regarding remote access patron verification and authentication.

Remote access is included in the subscription price. The following methods of remote authentication are available: validation of library cards/bar codes, HTMO referrer, proxy server links, and password/id's.

Library patron barcode or ID accesses the library system as a gateway to WilsonWeb access. The authentication would occur before the patron is passed through the gateway on the library system side of the process. Then the library's IP address, or a range of IP address, would be used to authorize incoming search requests. Alternatively, if the library has a secure Web page, the IP address of the Web page could be used to authorize incoming search requests.

Proxy Server as described below:

Library Web page access: WilsonWeb allows access through the library's web page. The IP address of the library's web page would be used to authorize access of incoming search requests. The library would be responsible for authenticating users who access the library's web page i.e., the library would have a secure web page.

Library system access: WilsonWeb can be accessed by libraries with local automated library systems. This could be accomplished by setting up the OPAC system to be a gateway. In a possible scenario, the OPAC menu would display an option for WilsonWeb. When a user selects the option, the OPAC system accesses a scripted file that would start up a Netscape application. The ID/PW required for access to the WilsonWeb would be included in the script file so the use would not be aware of it. Alternatively, an IP address of the library's server could be registered for authorized access.

3. What customer training is provided, and at what cost? Please include "freebies" such as Web-based tutorials, end-user documentation tents, cheat-sheets, etc.

WilsonWeb has been designed to present the user interface with clear, concise screen displays in a graphical, Windows or Windows-like format. The WilsonWeb search engine provides simple, command oriented searching. These features, in addition to the context sensitive help, which is available at any point in a search, mean that minimal instruction or documentation is needed for an end user to execute a successful search.

Besides WilsonWeb's user friendly interface, extensive help messages are imbedded in the product. In addition, a "Quick Reference Guide" (QRG) is resident on the Wilson Home Page. The QRG provides instructions and documentation on the basic features of WilsonWeb. It is updated frequently and has been designed for easy downloading to a local workstation. The QRG information is also available in an abbreviated format on a card for use beside the workstation and would be an ideal accompaniment to a training session.

Finally, tech support can answer questions regarding searching and functionality of the WilsonWeb software. This support and those listed above are provided at no charge.

4. What customer and technical support is provided, including hours of operation? In your reply, please include contact names (if applicable) or name of department, the phone numbers and e-mail addresses for your support services. If you have toll-free access to these support centers, please make sure they are available here.

Technical support is available 24 hours/ day, 7 days/ week.

Wilson offers a variety of options to facilitate effective technical support:

  • via a toll free number: customers can call 800/367-6770 at all hours
  • via e-mail: WilsonWeb feedback link on the service or e-mail questions to [email protected].
  • In addition, Wilson's interactive technical support on the web provides fast answers to questions about WilsonWeb and WILSONDISC. Customers can consult a database of Frequently Asked Questions or submit their own inquiries at the following address: http://hwwtechnicalsupport.com Wilson's technical support reps post answers by the next business day and then follow up with a phone call or e-mail contact to ensure that the issue has been addressed to the customer's satisfaction.

    • 5. Please describe the statistics you provide, and discuss whether your statistical reporting complies in part or in whole with the guidelines developed by the International Coalition of Library Consortia found at http://www.library.yale.edu/consortia/webstats.html

    The current version of the WilsonWeb report is in substantial compliance with the ICOLC guidelines. The new release of WilsonWeb technology will significantly expand statistical reporting, and the goal of that release is to be in full compliance with the ICOLC guidelines.

    The current WilsonWeb report includes the name of the institution, number of searches and number of records downloaded, by database, for the current month, last month, and year-to-date. WilsonWeb also tracks the number of logins and we could integrate this element into the report if desired.

    WilsonWeb reports can currently be produced

  • by database
  • by community of interest entity-defined IP addresses
  • by community of interest type and by total of all community of interest types
  • by special element passed by community of interest entity
  • by time period

    Wilson can compile comparative statistics as desired by participating entities or communities of interest types.

    Data is collected by the ERL (data) server then merged with customer data by account. The data is processed by the Information Systems department. Presently the available reports are generated by the company and provided to customers in hard-copy format or via email. Wilson can also provides access to an institution's report via ID/Password authorization so that libraries can generate their reports on demand.

    The new WilsonWeb technology, scheduled for release in mid 2002, will include significant upgrades in statistical reporting, including peak-usage, time-of-day reporting, and reporting of usage at the journal and article level. A user-controlled statistics utility is also planned so customers can obtain statistics at their convenience and design customized reports in the process.

    • 6. Describe your pricing structure or formula for the product. If there are additional costs for retrieving full text, describe the pricing for this service. (Note: This question means - we want to know what your list prices are and how you calculate your prices: Based on FTEs? On buildings? On a combination, or on something else?)

    If you cannot provide a standard price list that would enable each library to understand their cost to subscribe, then for each product you must tell us the list price that you would charge these hypothetical libraries.
    a. Library A: A high school library with 750 students in grades 9-12
    b. Library B: A public library that serves a population of 100,000 and has two branches
    c. Library C: A public library that serves a population of 20,000 and has only one building, no branches
    d. Library D: A community college library serving 5,000 full-time equivalent students
    e. Library E: A four-year academic library serving 5,000 full-time equivalent students
    f . Library F: A hospital library serving a hospital that employees 1,000 staff plus has 200 doctors attached to the hospital

    There is no additional cost for retrieving full text. Our pricing structure is based on number of site(s) and number of simultaneous users. A chart of pricing by simultaneous user and by market is provided. The chart is based on one site. Network pricing and shared user pricing is available upon request.

    Academic/Special Library Market

    Database 1 SU 2-4 SU 5-8 SU 9-12 SU 13-20 SU
    Readers Guide Full Text Select 986 1481 1728 2219 2957
    AMICO
    Biography Reference Bank $2,336 $3,506 $4,091 $5,256 $7,007
    General Science Full Text $2,277 $3,416 $3,992 $5,130 $6,836
    Social Science Full Text $3,123 $4,689 $5,463 $7,029 $9,365
    Public Library Catalog $314 $471 $551 $708 $941
    Fiction Catalog $162 $247 $290 $366 $490
    Children's Catalog $138 $209 $243 $314 $414
    Current Biography Plus Illustrated $716 $1,076 $1,256 $1,611 $2,147
    Reader Guide Retrospective

    For Unlimited Access, divide the number of Full Time Equivalent (FTE) students by 2,000 to calculate the recommended Simultaneous User Level. For example, an institution with an FTE of 6,000 would fall in the 2-4 SU range.

    ADDITIONAL DISCOUNTS FOR BIOGRAPHY DATABASES PURCHASED BEFORE MARCH 15, 2002. CALL FOR INFORMATION.


    READERS GUIDE RETROSPECTIVE (Single Sites)
    (one time purchase price with 5% annual maintenance fee)

    $8996 for one user; $1022 for each additional simultaneous user. ADDITIONAL DISCOUNTS FOR ORDERS PLACED BEFORE MARCH 15, 2002. CALL FOR INFORMATION.

    Call for additional discounts for those libraries subscribing to current version of Readers Guide or OmniFile database on WilsonWeb or WilsonDisc.

    AMICO
    Colleges and Universities - including community colleges
    Single Institution price -- $0.50 per FTE
    Minimum price: $1,000

    Public Libraries and Community Colleges (Single Sites)
    Database 1 SU 2-4 SU 5-8 SU 9-12 SU 13-20 SU
    Readers Guide Full Text Select $986 $1,233 $1,481 $1,728 $1,971
    AMICO
    Biography Reference Bank $2,336 $2,921 $3,506 $4,091 $4,671
    General Science Full Text $2,277 $2,849 $3,416 $3,992 $4,559
    Social Science Full Text $3,123 $3,911 $4,689 $5,463 $6,242
    Public Library Catalog $314 $395 $471 $551 $627
    Fiction Catalog $162 $205 $247 $290 $328
    Children's Catalog $138 $176 $209 $243 $276
    Current Biography Plus Illustrated $716 $896 $1,076 $1,256 $1,431

     
    For Public Library Unlimited Access, divide the library's Population Served number by 20,000 to calculate the recommended Simultaneous User level. For example, a library with a population served figure of 60,000 would fall in the 2-4 SU range for the Main Library price. Add 10% of the single user price for each branch library.

    For Community College Unlimited Access, divide the number of Full Time Equivalent (FTE) students by 2,000 to calculate the recommended Simultaneous User Level. For example, an institution with an FTE of 6,000 would fall in the 2-4 SU range.

    ADDITIONAL DISCOUNTS FOR BIOGRAPHY DATABASES PURCHASED BEFORE MARCH 15, 2002. CALL FOR INFORMATION

    READERS GUIDE RETROSPECTIVE (Single Sites)
    (one time purchase price with 5% annual maintenance fee)

    $8996 for one user; $612 for each additional simultaneous user. ADDITIONAL DISCOUNTS FOR ORDERS PLACES BEFORE MARCH 15, 2002. CALL FOR INFORMATION.

    Call for additional discounts for those libraries subscribing to current version of Readers Guide or OmniFile database on WilsonWeb or Wilson Disc.


    AMICO
    Public libraries: including branches (Community colleges see above pricing)
    Single Institution price -- $0.02 per cardholder
    Minimum price: $400

    Community Colleges
    Single Institution price -- $0.50 per FTE
    Minimum price: $1,000
    K-12 MARKET
    Database 1 - 4 SU 5-8 SU 9-12 SU 13-16 SU 17-20 SU
    Readers Guide Full Text Select $806 $887 $968 $1,049 $1,130
    AMICO
    Biography Reference Bank $1,755 $1,931 $2,106 $2,282 $2,457
    General Science Full Text $1,715 $1,886 $2,057 $2,228 $2,399
    Social Science Full Text $2,345 $2,583 $2,817 $3,051 $3,281
    Public Library Catalog $314 $347 $380 $409 $442
    Fiction Catalog $162 $181 $200 $214 $233
    Children's Catalog 138 152 167 181 195
    Current Biography Plus Illustrated $716 $788 $860 $932 $1,004
    Readers Guide Retrospective

    ADDITIONAL DISCOUNTS FOR BIOGRAPHY DATABASES PURCHASED BEFORE MARCH 15, 2002. CALL FOR INFORMATION.


    AMICO
    (Per building pricing)
    Single Institution price -- $0.20 per student
    Minimum price: $200

    Call for School District Pricing

    7. If a library subscribes to any of your products as a result of this trial, will their future subscription rates continue to reflect any savings or discount they may receive today?

    Renewing libraries will be eligible for a 5% discount off existing list prices of their particular database.

    8. What is the minimum participation level (however you care to define it) that would be needed to allow participating libraries to receive a discount? What is the minimum discount for a group buy? How will you treat existing library customers with regard to a group buy?

    There is no minimum participation level needed to allow participating libraries to receive a discount. Likewise, there is no minimum discount for a group buys. In addition to the discounted prices listed above, H.W. Wilson will also be willing to negotiate volume discounts if the demand warrants it.

    Existing customers of this database are eligible to receive a prorated credit for any unused portion of their subscription if the pricing that is offered through the state wide program is less than their purchase price.

    9. Please provide the name and contact information (toll-free telephone number, e-mail address, hours, etc.) for libraries to make further inquires. (Sales representatives for our area preferred.)

    Bruce Preslan, Sales Representative 800/367-6770, ext. 2275 or [email protected]
    William Stanton, In House Sales, 800/367-6770, ext 2766