[OPLINLIST] RFID tagging

[Tim Donaldson]

This message was originally HTML formatted.  View in a HTML capable client to see the original version.\r\n\r\nEd:  I understand your argument and agree with it within context of individual library situations.  However, as a public library, our RFID experience has greatly improved our self-check service, allows us to see titles when an item sets of the security gate, and has greatly sped up our check-in times using an RFID sorter, clearing patron accounts and filling holds quicker, and allowing staff to focus on other tasks within the library.   



Tim Donaldson
Tech Services Manager
Westlake Porter Public Library
27333 Center Ridge Rd.
Westlake, OH 44145
440.250.5454



---- Original Message ----
From: "Ed Worso" ed.worso at geaugalibrary.info
Sent: 2/9/2017 10:05:08 AM
To: "Heidi Sutter" heidi.sutter at norwalk.lib.oh.us
Cc: "oplinlist at lists.oplin.org" oplinlist at lists.oplin.org
Subject: Re: [OPLINLIST] RFID tagging





I will go on record on the listserv as stating that for the most part, it is an unwise investment for public libraries to move to RFID. Even as prices have dropped per tag, if you are weeding your library correctly, you inventory will turn over quickly enough that it won't merit the cost. If you are running an academic library and your collection will remain static and generally only increase, it makes sense. It's an investment that would have lasting value.



The usefulness value of RFID greatly increases with the purchase of additional devices like a conveyor belt for sorting returns and self check scanning stations, etc. These are generally a large initial expense that most smaller libraries can't readily afford.



On the whole, lacking deep pockets, there are other ways to spend tax payer money that can have greater impact.





This is my humble opinion.



Ed







































Edward Worso
Director
Geauga County Public Library


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On Thu, Feb 9, 2017 at 9:55 AM, Heidi Sutter heidi.sutter at norwalk.lib.oh.us wrote:






Hello, 

Collective brain, I am woefully ignorant when it comes to this stuff and i'm trying to learn a little more.  The norwalk library is thinking of adding RFID tags to our materials and purchasing a wand from Tech Logic to increase our catalogs accuracy andeventually add self checkout into the mix.  Has anyone recently added RFID tags to a whole collection, we have around 50,000 items, can you tell me a little bit out how involved/how long it will take to RFID every item? best practices etc.  

Thanks so much, 





Heidi Sutter
Director
Norwalk Public Library 




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