3M Library Systems to Offer Comprise Technologies Software

Business Wire, Jan 19, 2007

Addition of Access Management Software a Natural Extension to 3M's Existing Line of Information Management Products

SEATTLE -- As a convenience to libraries, 3M Library Systems now makes popular Smart Access Manager (SAM) software from Comprise Technologies, Inc. available for sale to its customers, it was announced here today at the American Library Association's annual Mid-Winter Meeting, held at the Washington State Convention & Trade Center.

"This extra service expands the depth and breadth of products 3M offers our customers globally," said Rory Yanchek, business manager, 3M Library Systems. "Smart Access Manager is a favorite among public libraries and can be complementary to the other productivity and security solutions we offer libraries, so it makes sense to offer SAM along with our own products."

SAM provides Web-based administration of library PCs, and enables staff to access data, record payments, view computer activity, log customers on and off, send messages, extend sessions and shut down PCs, all from their own desks.

"We are particularly excited about the opportunity to offer our products in new markets with 3M and look forward to making our mutual customer's technology investments a success," said Dan Curtin, company president, Comprise Technologies, Inc.

For more information about 3M Library Systems security, productivity and information management solutions, visit http://www.3M.com/us/library or call (800) 253-6845. Or visit the 3M Library Systems booth #1415.

3M Library Systems, a global leader in library innovation for more than 35 years, provides security, productivity and information management solutions that harness technology to enable a more human library, freeing librarians to spend more time doing what they do best - helping people. 3M also partners with libraries to support their technological advancement and ensure their success through numerous industry sponsorships and programs.

About Comprise Technologies

Comprise develops and commercializes software and related technology products for the library market. Its flagship product, SAM, is the leading public-PC access management solution chosen by thousands of libraries throughout North America. Its Smart Money Manager is the only point-of-sale product available for transactions unique to a library environment that can integrate with every major ILS automation product. Comprise products empower libraries to improve customer service and liberate librarians from time-consuming manual tasks. Comprise Technologies, Inc., 1041 Route 36, Navesink, NJ 07716; (800) 854-6822; www.comprisetechnologies.com

About 3M - A Global, Diversified Technology Company

Every day, 3M people find new ways to make amazing things happen. Wherever they are, whatever they do, the company's customers know they can rely on 3M to help make their lives better. 3M's brands include Scotch, Post-it, Scotchgard, Thinsulate, Scotch-Brite, Filtrete, Command and Vikuiti. Serving customers in more than 200 countries around the world, the people of 3M use their expertise, technologies and global strength to lead in major markets including consumer and office; display and graphics; electronics and telecommunications; safety, security and protection services; health care; industrial and transportation. For more information, including the latest product and technology news, visit www.3M.com.

Scotch, Post-it, Scotchgard, Thinsulate, Scotch-Brite, Filtrete, Command and Vikuiti are trademarks of 3M.

Smart Access Management and SAM are trademarks of Comprise Technologies, Inc.