We have had a few patrons with these apps, but they do not work with all our bar code reader/scanners as they are set up here. <br><br>In fact, they work better with the older ones.<br><br>As far as physical cards/card numbers, we do not mandate these EXCEPT at the self-check machines. No PIN there, however -- they do not need one to check out anyway. Far too much personal information could be obtained, or materials fraudulently checked out, however it is likely this activity would draw staff attention.<br>
<br>Besides, if someone at a self-check machine has to ask staff "what's my PIN?", let alone "can you look up my card number?" what's the point, since staff will have to complete the transaction?<br>
<br clear="all"><br>-- <br>Gerry Vogel, MLIS<br>Assistant Director, Avon Lake Public Library<br>32649 Electric Blvd. Avon Lake OH 44012 <a href="http://www.alpl.org" target="_blank">www.alpl.org</a><br>tel: 440-933-8128 x239 fax: 440-933-6406<br>
<br>*any opinions expressed are my own and not (necessarily, or yet) those of ALPL*<br><br><font face="verdana,sans-serif"><b><i></i></b></font><br><br>