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The new browser-based Ares client is taking shape, and we're pulling back the curtain on one of its most-requested capabilities: a redesigned roles and permissions system.
Join the Atlas Systems Ares product team for a live preview. We'll walk through how the new client lets you control who can see and do what, show how access is configured and managed in real time, and answer your questions live. Because this is a preview of a feature still in development, your feedback can directly shape what ships.
Tuesday, June 16 · 2–3 PM EDT · Online
Reserve your spot:

Sneak Peek: Roles & Permissions in the New Ares Web Client Join us for an early look at how roles and permissions work in the new browser-based Ares client — before it's released.

The Atlas Systems team is proud to return as a Silver sponsor of the Conference of Inter-Mountain Archivists (CIMA) 2026 Annual Conference, May 14–16 at Southern Utah University.

We'll be

🆕 Showing the new Aeon web staff client — a modern, browser-based interface for special collections staff
🆕 Introducing Cardea, our new cloud-based access control platform built for cultural heritage institutions
📚 Talking ArchivesSpace hosting, migrations, and implementations as an ArchivesSpace Registered Service Provider

We'll see you in Utah!

The Atlas Systems team is heading to the joint Midwest Archives Conference (MAC) and Society of Ohio Archivists (SOA) Annual Meeting, May 14–16 at The Ohio State University.

While there, we'll be:

🆕 Demoing the new Aeon web staff client — a modern, browser-based interface for special collections staff
🆕 Introducing Cardea, our new cloud-based access control platform built for cultural heritage institutions
📚 Talking ArchivesSpace hosting, migrations, and implementations as an ArchivesSpace Registered Service Provider

Come find us in the exhibit hall at the Ohio Union — we'd love to hear what you're working on and show you what's new. See you in Columbus!

Congratulations to John Brunswick, who has retired from Atlas as of April 30th! Please join us in wishing John continued happiness as he begins retirement. As one of the very first Atlas employees, John will be greatly missed — but after almost 24 years on the team, he has certainly earned the chance to enjoy this next chapter, which includes moving back to Cleveland to be closer to family.

John started out as one of our first ILLiad customers before joining Atlas. In his time here, he has delivered initial (and recurring) training for a large percentage of our ILLiad customers — including countless retellings of the famous "Ham Story." Through it all, he has been a respected member of the Resource Sharing community, contributing to several committees and organizations along the way.

Thank you, John, for your commitment to Atlas. We wish you all the best going forward.

Atlas Systems will be in the exhibit hall at MARAC Spring 2026 (April 30 – May 2) at the Omni Richmond Hotel, and we're bringing some exciting news along for the ride. Here's a preview of what we'll be talking about:

🔹 A New Era for Aeon — If you've been waiting for something new from Aeon, your wait is almost over. We're previewing the Aeon staff web client — a modern, browser-based interface that frees staff from desktop installations and brings reading room management into the browser. It's one of the most meaningful updates to the platform in years, and we'd love your thoughts. Come talk to us!

🔹 ArchivesSpace Services — From first-time implementations to complex data migrations and workflow refinements, the Atlas team has the experience to meet your institution where it is. Let's talk about how we can help you get more out of ArchivesSpace.

🔹 Say Hello to Cardea — We're introducing Cardea, a brand-new standalone access control system designed from the ground up for libraries, archives, and secure research environments. Cardea manages badge issuance, logs facility access in real time, supports badge printing, and integrates directly with Aeon — so your researcher clearance data is always up to date across both systems.
Whether you're a longtime Atlas customer or just getting curious, we'd love to connect. Visit atlas-sys.com/connectwithus to schedule time with our team before the conference.

See you in Richmond! 🏛️

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Join us at the Society of Southwest Archivists 2026 Annual Meeting (April 29 – May 2) at the Hilton Waco. Stop by our exhibit table to connect with the Atlas team and get a first look at what's new and what's coming:

🔹 What's New in Aeon — Aeon is entering an exciting new chapter of development! We're previewing the upcoming Aeon staff web client — a modern, browser-based interface for managing researcher requests, appointments, and materials without a locally installed application. This is one of the biggest advancements to Aeon in years, and we can't wait to share it with you.

🔹 ArchivesSpace Services — Whether you're just getting started with ArchivesSpace or looking to improve your current setup, our team offers implementation support, data migration, workflow customization, and ongoing assistance tailored to your institution.

🔹 Introducing Cardea — We're thrilled to introduce our newest product! Cardea is a standalone access control system designed for libraries, archives, and secure facilities. It integrates directly with Aeon and delivers real-time access logging, badge management, badge printing, and full audit trail compliance — everything you need to manage physical access with confidence.

It's a great time to be an Aeon user, and we'd love to show you why. Schedule time with us before the conference at atlas-sys.com/connectwithus — see you in Waco!

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The items in your collections are irreplaceable. The systems protecting them should be too.

Atlas Systems is exhibiting at IFCPP 2026 in New Orleans, April 19–20. Stop by to learn how Aeon and Cardea work together to give institutions controlled, documented access to your collections.

Aeon manages researcher requests, material handling, and workflow tracking so every interaction is documented and accountable. Cardea brings software-based badge access and visitor management to your reading room, without tying you to proprietary hardware.

We'd love to talk about what controlled access looks like for your institution. Find us at the conference April 18–22, or reach out anytime at atlas-sys.com.

We want to hear from you!

Are you an Ares or ILLiad user? Atlas Systems is conducting a survey on web pages in Ares and ILLiad, and your feedback will help shape future improvements.

👉 Take the survey here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/K6GK3ZK

It only takes a few minutes — thank you for sharing your experience!

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It’s ILLiad’s birthday! 🎂

For over two decades, ILLiad has been helping libraries connect researchers with the resources they need—powering collaboration, access, and discovery along the way.

We’re incredibly grateful to the librarians, staff, and community who have made ILLiad what it is today. Your work inspires everything we do.

Here’s to the next chapter of innovation, partnership, and continued impact. Happy Birthday, ILLiad! 🎉

We're heading to Portland, Maine for the New England Archivists Spring 2026 Meeting (March 19–21) at the Holiday Inn by the Bay — and we have a lot to share!

Stop by the Atlas Systems table in the Vendor Showcase on Friday and Saturday to talk about:
🔹 ArchivesSpace Services — We offer implementation support, data migration, and ongoing hosting and support.
🔹 Aeon Staff Web Client (Coming Soon!) — We're excited to preview the upcoming browser-based staff interface for Aeon. A modern, flexible experience for managing researcher requests, appointments, and materials!
🔹 Introducing Cardea (Coming Soon!) — Check out our newest product! Cardea is a comprehensive access control system built specifically for libraries, archives, and secure facilities. From badge issuance and real-time access logging to Aeon integration and audit trail compliance, Cardea gives your institution the tools to manage physical access with confidence.

Want to schedule time with us before the conference? Visit atlas-sys.com/connectwithus — we'd love to meet you in Portland!

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