Abstract
SUMMARY Suffolk Cooperative Library System has been constructing a digital reference infrastructure predicated on the question “How will this work at the point of service?” In 2000, Suffolk added a live chat reference service in order to better assist patrons at the digital point of service. Staffing, hours, and other administrative decisions were tested against patron needs. This article describes the development process and discusses software selection and development issues with regard to patron needs.
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