{"id":33766,"date":"2024-12-12T12:56:45","date_gmt":"2024-12-12T17:56:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.iii.com\/?post_type=blog&#038;p=33766"},"modified":"2025-01-27T10:55:58","modified_gmt":"2025-01-27T15:55:58","slug":"the-best-new-vega-program-features-from-2024","status":"publish","type":"blog","link":"https:\/\/www.iii.com\/whats-new\/the-best-new-vega-program-features-from-2024\/","title":{"rendered":"The best new Vega Program features from 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">As 2024 draws to a close, we&#8217;re excited to share the impactful features, improvements, and bug fixes that have enhanced your library\u2019s event management experience. With regular Vega\u2122<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0releases, we\u2019ve focused on improving workflows and usability &#8211; read on to discover how these changes elevate your library\u2019s event management solution.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h6 aria-level=\"3\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Patron Experience<\/span><\/b><\/h6>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">We understand that your priority is creating a more intuitive user journey and fostering a stronger sense of community. To support this, we\u2019ve introduced several enhancements:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"5\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Improved Booking View<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">: Patrons can now easily navigate room and equipment bookings thanks to updated booking notices and session-specific cancellation options.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"5\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Multi-lingual Support:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> With the addition of right-to-left (RTL) compatibility, we\u2019ve made the platform more accessible than ever before.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"5\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Streamlined Event Information<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">: Automated event flyers now display room locations and include online event URLs in confirmation emails for hybrid events, ensuring patrons have all details upfront.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h6 aria-level=\"3\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Integrations and Platform Connectivity<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:281,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h6>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Integrations are key to a seamless library ecosystem, ensuring that various tools and platforms work together to deliver a unified experience for both patrons and staff. Recent updates include:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"10\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Website Events Widget:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> This user-friendly widget allows libraries to seamlessly showcase upcoming events on their websites, <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">no coding required<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. With just a few clicks, you can embed event details, boost visibility, and engage your community with real-time updates. Whether you&#8217;re promoting a local author talk, a children\u2019s program, or a special event, this tool ensures patrons always have access to the latest events. Customers are excited to connect with patrons more effectively, creating a dynamic online presence that enhances participation and strengthens community ties.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"10\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Improved API Consistency<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">: Updates to API endpoints, such as returning consistent booking fields and respecting booking open\/close dates, enhance developer reliability.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"10\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Expanded Parent Relationships<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">: Rooms can now have multiple parent relationships, making hierarchical management more flexible.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h6 aria-level=\"3\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Staff Experience\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h6>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In response to user feedback, we\u2019ve made several updates to improve usability and streamline operations:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Improved Booking Management<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">: Staff can now adjust set-up and cleanup times for room bookings, manage bulk bookings outside regular hours, and customize email templates for event notifications.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Organized Event Handling<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">: Event settings now separate public and private categories, improving organization and enabling targeted staff filtering.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Simplified Tools<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">: New tools like the room calendar include links to connect staff to the booking page and advanced error notifications for equipment bookings make daily tasks more efficient.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h6 aria-level=\"3\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Marketing and Branding\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:281,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h6>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Your library&#8217;s brand is more than just a logo &#8211; it&#8217;s your reputation with your community. We\u2019ve introduced updates that elevate your promotional materials and ensure they reflect your unique identity. Key updates include:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Customizable Flyers and Brochures<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">: Adding professional touches like footer images enhances your library&#8217;s brand, ensuring that communications reflect your unique identity.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Actionable Messaging<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">: Updates to default text on flyers ensure promotional clarity, especially for in-person or off-platform bookings.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Patron-Centered Content<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">: Email templates now support image editing and customizable messaging, ensuring every communication is visually engaging and relevant.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h6><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Small updates \u2013 Big impact<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h6>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Small updates may seem subtle, but over time, they add up to a significantly improved user experience. Just like each brick adds to a building&#8217;s structure, every feature update enhances the software&#8217;s overall value and functionality. Here is a list of smaller but equally important updates:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"5\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Payments:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Fixed discrepancies in multi-room payment totals.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"5\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"5\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Accessibility:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Added features like &#8220;Max Tickets per Member&#8221; for fairness and staff view enhancements for room booking details.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"5\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"6\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Event Management:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Prevented duplicate bookings and allowed deletion of unpublished events with no bookings, reducing clutter.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h6><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Looking Ahead<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h6>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">As we move into 2025, we\u2019re focusing on further improving accessibility, security, and integration capabilities. We understand that managing registration and sending out reminders, creating promotional materials and processing payments, can also be challenging and time consuming to coordinate.\u00a0 Some exciting features we\u2019re working on include:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"12\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Event check-ins via app, QR code, or staff assistance.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"12\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Unlocking doors with supported access control systems through multiple methods (PIN, QR code, Bluetooth\/NFC).<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">You can view the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/portal.productboard.com\/iii\/15-vega-product-portal\/tabs\/66-program\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Vega Program Roadmap<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> online to see our plans for 2025 and beyond. Got innovative ideas to share with us and the community? Submit your ideas to Idea Exchange <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.iii.com\/community\/idea-exchange\/\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">here<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> and make an impact. We\u2019re excited to continue enhancing the library experience alongside your library. Stay tuned for more game-changing updates!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h6><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">New Partnerships<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h6>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">We are pleased to welcome the following public libraries that have chosen Vega Program:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"13\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.iii.com\/whats-new\/friendswood-library-launches-polaris-vega-discover-and-vega-program\/\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Friendswood Library<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"13\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.iii.com\/whats-new\/weber-county-library-in-utah-launches-vega-program\/\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Weber County Library<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"13\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.iii.com\/whats-new\/kitchener-public-library-upgrades-discovery-and-management-with-vega-lx\/\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Kitchener Public Library<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"13\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" 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data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"13\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"6\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.iii.com\/whats-new\/schaumburg-township-district-library-joins-the-innovative-family\/\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Schaumburg Township District Library<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"13\" 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full control of your library\u2019s event management, attendee communication, and program marketing. Enabled with Polaris and Sierra integrations, it enhances patron experiences through easy access to event details, requesting rooms, and managing reservations. Features added for library consortia include centralized calendar management, giving community members the ability to view events at their local branch or across the consortium. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.iii.com\/whats-new\/monarch-library-webinar-recap-one-library-consortium-calendar-to-rule-them-all\/\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">You can read more online<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> how these new features helped one consortium manage their activities easier.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h6><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Join Us at IUG 2025<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h6>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you&#8217;d like to engage with the Innovative team and connect with <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.iii.com\/community\/iug\/\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">other community members<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, the IUG 2025 Conference is the perfect opportunity. Set in vibrant Denver, this event offers a platform to share insights, explore innovations, and network with industry leaders. For more details on registration and to secure your spot, visit the conference page <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.innovativeusers.org\/iug_2025.php\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">here<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Discover how these features elevate your library\u2019s event management solution.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":33767,"template":"","categories":[39,415,514],"tags":[570,474],"class_list":["post-33766","blog","type-blog","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-academic","category-vega","category-vega-program","tag-event-management","tag-vega-program"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v25.0 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>The best new Vega Program features from 2024 - Innovative Interfaces Inc.<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Discover how these features elevate your library\u2019s event management solution.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iii.com\/whats-new\/the-best-new-vega-program-features-from-2024\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"The best new Vega Program features from 2024 - 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