Radio Frequency Identification Handbook for Librarians

Subjects:

• Library & Information Science » Digital Technologies

Reviews:

• The authors--two technical service librarians and a library vendor--introduce readers to RFID technology with an overview of implementation considerations including pros and cons. They also cover the RFID data model, privacy and security issues, the types of tags and readers available--including self-checkout and automated return/sorting systems--vendors, and managing a conversion project that uses existing barcode data. The appendixes include a "Frequently Asked Questions" section, a budget sheet, conversion guidelines, and a listing of RFID web resources. Overall, this book offers a thorough treatment of the subject and will be useful for libraries considering RFID.
  —Library Journal October 15, 2007
• Because of both the breadth and the depth of the information presented, this handbook could very nearly servce as a sole source for someone undertaking an RFID project. It covers all aspects of the technology and is very thorough in answering nearly every conceivable question a librarian might have when considering conversion to an RFID system. This guide is well-written and informative, and highly recommended for academic and public librarians interested in learning the basics of RFID or wishing to implement a system of their own.
  —Reference & User Services Quarterly Summer 2008
• The issue of whether and how to implement RFID in libraries is timely and pertinent to space planning as well as technology planning....This handbook is clearly written and makes techincal information easily understandable. The liberal use of lists, photographs, charts, and diagrams adds value for communicating with and training project teams. The author successfully present a professional tone that makes the information clear for any type of library and does not show bias for particular vendors....I highly recommend this handbook for any librarian who may participate in an RFID decision or implementation project.
  —Technicalities January/February 2008
• This book provides some good hints and tips and gives a useful summary of this technology. As part of preliminary background reading this book provides some very useful technical information.
  —Library Review 2007
• Haley, a system librarian at Chicago State University Library, provides background on the technology and benefits of radio frequency identification (RFID) technology in this guide for academic and public librarians wishing to convert to RFID technology. After a brief overview of how RFID technology works and its use in the retail environment, the guide discusses technical implementation issues for libraries as well as political and social concerns, costs, and physical logistics. Types of tags and readers are described, and there is advice on selecting a vendor. A final chapter outlines steps for managing the RFID conversion project. Appendices offer FAQs, sample budgets and conversion guidelines, and lists of web sites for RFID manufacturers, organizations, and news.
  —Reference & Research Book News August 2007
• Radio Frequency Identification Handbook for Librarians is perfect for librarians wishing to convert to RFID technology.
  —Library Media Connection October 2007

Table of Contents:

• Acknowledgments
• Chapter 1: Introduction to RFID
• Chapter 2: Considering Implementation of RFID
• Chapter 3: Tags, Readers, and Applications
• Chapter 4: How to Select a Vendor
• Chapter 5: How to Manage the RFID Conversion Project
• Appendix A: Answers to Frequently Asked Questions
• Appendix B: Budget Sheet
• Appendix C: Conversion Guidelines: A Sample
• Appendix D1: Survey Results of Library RFID Products
• Appendix D2: A Survey Letter
• Appendix E: On Tag Sorting Features
• Appendix F: RFID Resources
• Appendix G: Using OpenRFP for RFID Vendor Selection
• Suggested Readings
• Index

PDF Catalogs:
LU Academic Library Spring 2008.pdf	LU Public Library Spring 2008.pdf
LU Textbook Catalog Fall 2007.pdf