Library RFID

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Library RFID

• Laura J. Smart
• ljsmart_at_csupomona.edu
• http//www.libraryrfid.net/wordpress

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AR EF EYE DEE

• Radio
• Frequency
• IDentification

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Barcode on steroids
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Outline

• RFID explained
• RFID in libraries
• RFID big picture

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How it works
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How its used

• Toll collection
• Entrace cards
• Parking
• Ski lifts
• Supply chain
• Pet/child tagging
• Bar tabs

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RFID in libraries
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Why bother?

• Increase patron self reliance
• Theft detection
• Shelf read/Inventory
• Longevity
• Automate track returns
• Avoid repetitive strain

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Uh-oh!

• Cost
• Return on investment
• Interoperability
• Blocking
• Security??

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RFID environment

• Legislation
• Best practices
• Standards

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Best practices

• Planning
• Policy
• Notification
• Review
• Audit

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Play well with others

• SIP2 / Z39.83-2002 NCIP
• ISO 15693 / ISO 18000-3
• Implications
• Interoperability
• Security

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Key points

• The horse is out of the barn choose wisely how
  you will cope
• Policies are necessary
• RFID has big potential how will you make it
  different? (Imagine scenarios good bad)
• http//www.libraryrfid.net/wordpress