Many modern technologies give the impression that they somehow work by magic, particularly when they operate automatically and their mechanisms are invisible. A technology called RFID (Radio Frequency IDentification), which is relatively new, has exactly this characteristic. Librarians everywhere are closely watching RFID technology. Advances over using bar codes on library materials, RFID tags are being touted as a way to radically redesign how library materials are handled. But it is expensive. The tags are vulnerable to ...
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Many modern technologies give the impression that they somehow work by magic, particularly when they operate automatically and their mechanisms are invisible. A technology called RFID (Radio Frequency IDentification), which is relatively new, has exactly this characteristic. Librarians everywhere are closely watching RFID technology. Advances over using bar codes on library materials, RFID tags are being touted as a way to radically redesign how library materials are handled. But it is expensive. The tags are vulnerable to wear and tear. The technology is not fully developed. It's unclear what sort of return on investment (ROI) it provides. While it is common for libraries to now have information technology expertise within their organizations, RFID may appear unfamiliar.This book shares the rich experience that the author has gained during recent implementation of RFID based system for his library. This book helps the library and information community to understand RFID technology from a library perspective. This book first looks into what RFID technology is and how it works. Secondly, it looks at the development of computer technology and its effects on library operations over the last couple of decades. Thirdly, it looks into the applications of RFID technology in libraries. The book will also look at some current implementations in libraries; the lessons learnt and provide suggestions to overcome the issues faced. Finally, the book will look into the future to see what future developments might be possible with RFID in libraries.The book is written by a librarian who has recently implemented the RFID system for his library. It offers a comprehensive review of available RFID systems for libraries, and step by step guidelines for successful implementation of RFID systems in the library. It also includes RFID implementation issues in the library and possible solutions, and case studies.
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