Robert Williams Joins Amigos as Open-Source ILS Project Manager

Amigos is pleased to announce that Robert L. Williams has been named project manager for the Amigos Open-Source Integrated Library System (ILS) pilot project. Williams, who began his duties this week, will manage all phases of the pilot project, including technical development and customer support.

Williams comes to Amigos from the South Texas Library System, where he served since 2007 as a technology consultant. Since 1998 he has owned Williams Consulting, a Corpus Christi, TX firm that presents workshops and seminars on computer and network technology and Internet-related topics. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in secondary education and a Master of Information Science degree, both from the University of North Texas, Denton.

"I'm excited to work with Amigos Members to explore and implement an open-source ILS as a part of accomplishing their organizational goals,” said Williams. “For the past 15 years, I have worked to help libraries implement new and alternative technologies to minimize costs. In many areas, open-source software is a major contributor to that goal."

"We’re excited to have Robert on board to manage this important project,” said Charles Cason, Chief Financial Officer for Amigos. “He brings the ideal combination of a library background and technical skills we seek in a project manager. We’re confident Robert’s expertise will help Amigos guide members seeking an open-source solution to their ILS needs."