One person asked me to summarize for the list. I received two responses, and here they are.
If any other users of Midwest Tape's processing and cataloging services would care to respond, that would be much appreciated. Pamela Bristah, Music Librarian, Wellesley College, 106 Central Street, Wellesley MA 02481 phone 781-283-2076, fax 781-283-2869, [email protected] ---------------------- My library has just started to order from Midwest Tape, and we're considering using their processing and cataloging services for DVDs. I'd love to hear from libraries that are using their services-- how accurate, quick, and effective are they? Reply to me off-list if you want to keep it private. I'll be happy to summarize for the list, no names mentioned of course. Pamela Bristah, Music Librarian, Wellesley College, 106 Central Street, Wellesley MA 02481 phone 781-283-2076, fax 781-283-2869, [email protected] -------------------- We have used MWT for a long time and we are very satisfied with their services. � The DVD’s come prepared shelf ready. We also use their catalog records.� All in all MWT is very flexible and can customize the services to meet your needs. Their website is very easy to use. � I highly recommend you to try this vendor. --------------- We have them do our processing ? it's very good. About the only thing I can mention is that because they scan the covers, and put a strip on the top of the cover with our logo, name, and barcode, the pictures on the covers of the CDs are not quite the same. They look a little squished and widened. Otherwise, very nice. And if you are getting MARC records, we just started getting these. They seem to be showing up in our database about 2 weeks before the release date for new items. You might also want to speak to Dana Young in our Technical Services department ? she would be able to give you more information. Calling the number below in business hours in the mornings will get you connected to her.
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