How to Streamline Library Annual Report Completion
Libraries play a crucial role in their communities, but behind the scenes, staff members face a significant challenge: collecting and reporting service usage efficiently. Many libraries have struggled with outdated methods, such as spreadsheets and paper form tabulations, that take up valuable time and energy. However, with the implementation of WhoFi’s Question Sets, libraries are transforming the way they collect and utilize information to make informed decisions and complete the library…
Transforming Library Data Management with WhoFi: Time-Saving, Insightful, and Impactful
Libraries play a crucial role in their communities, providing valuable resources, services, and programming. However, the administrative side—library data management, compiling reports, and justifying funding—can be overwhelming. That’s where WhoFi comes in, revolutionizing how libraries collect, manage, and present their data. From small rural libraries to large urban institutions, WhoFi’s Question Sets is transforming the way staff manage statistics. It is saving hours of manual work while…
Annual Analysis of Public Library WiFi Usage 2024
Libraries have always been centers of knowledge and community, but in recent years, patrons have engaged with these vital spaces in ever-more exciting ways. As we reflect on library usage trends in 2024, we celebrate the myriad ways libraries support their communities helped by WhoFi—not only through WiFi Analytics but also with tools like Community Calendar (for program planning, promotion, and registration), Meeting Rooms (for streamlined space management), and Question Sets (for centralizing…
How WhoFi is Helping Librarians Thrive in 2025
Libraries face a growing challenge: balancing their role as essential community hubs with the increasing demand for clear reporting and decision making based on insights. Whether it’s preparing annual reports, communicating with stakeholders, or organizing programs, the administrative workload can be overwhelming. Many librarians would rather spend this time for planning and patrons... Fortunately, there’s a solution. Some libraries have found a way to simplify reporting, enhance their…
Add Search Optimization to your Library Marketing Strategies
Imagine a local patron searching for events this weekend and discovering your library’s program at the top of their search results! With WhoFi’s new update, all events created in the Community Calendar are now optimized to appear in search engines like Google. This feature bridges the gap between library marketing strategies and their communities, ensuring that your programs are visible and accessible to more local patrons than ever. Why SEO Matters for Libraries Search Engine Optimization…
5 Winter Library Program Ideas for 2025
As the chill of winter sets in, libraries are the perfect haven for warm community gatherings and engaging programs. This season, why not inspire your patrons with creative and heartwarming activities? Below, we’ve curated some fresh and fun library program ideas to spark your library’s winter lineup. These programs not only bring communities together but also highlight the library as a central hub for connection and learning. Looking for new ways to make winter memorable? Check out these five…
Facing These Challenges at Your Library? Upgrade to WhoFi for a Solution
Why should your library upgrade to WhoFi? WhoFi’s platform provides a unified, easy-to-use dashboard that simplifies data collection, management, and reporting across all your services. Whether you’re managing events, tracking room reservations, monitoring patron wireless sessions, or preparing state reports, WhoFi brings everything together—allowing your library to run more smoothly and efficiently. If your library is facing any of the following challenges, it may be time to upgrade to WhoFi…
Partner Feedback Shapes 9 Community Calendar Product Updates
At WhoFi, we work closely with our partner libraries to understand their needs and challenges. Each of these product updates were released over the last three months in response to feedback from libraries looking for better ways to streamline their operations and improve patron experiences. Let's take a closer look at the challenges our partners faced and the benefits they are now enjoying with these enhancements. https://youtu.be/MhAGhzRttkQ 1. Automated Waitlists: Tackling Registration…
5 Ways to Fail at Promoting Library Events (and How to Avoid Them)
If keeping attendance low at the programs your library provides is a priority this piece is for you. Promoting library events can sometimes feel like an uphill battle. But what if we took a look at things from the other side? Here are five sure-fire ways to fail at promoting your library programs, and of course, some tips on how to avoid these pitfalls using modern techniques.
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Second Quarter 2024 Public Library WiFi Utilization Trends
The second quarter of 2024 highlighted the ongoing importance of public library WiFi in promoting digital equity. There was a slight increase in WiFi utilization from the first to the second quarter, alongside a 7% year-over-year increase compared to the second quarter of 2023. This steady growth underlines the essential role libraries play in providing internet access. This analysis explores the latest data, revealing how libraries adapt to meet community needs through reliable internet and…