RFID 101:

• What is RFID?

• Components of an RFID library system

Components

Tag Programmer RFID Tags

Computer with two Checkpoint Programs

Staff Station Reader

Components

Express Check Machines

www.library.ci.santa-clara.ca.us/rfid/checkpoint.html

RFID 101:

• What is RFID?

• Components of an RFID library system

• Other uses of RFID

Benefits of Implementing RFID in Libraries:

Benefits of Implementing RFID in Libraries:

Simplifies checkout process for staff

Benefits of Implementing RFID in Libraries:

Express checkout for patrons

Benefits of Implementing RFID in Libraries:

Inventory of Collections

Benefits of Implementing RFID in Libraries:

Use with new and future technology

Benefits of Implementing RFID in Libraries:

Item security

Benefits of Implementing RFID in Libraries:

Staffing efficiency

Policy Implications:

• Choice of vendors and products

• Costs

• Standards

• Privacy concerns

• Proposed legislation (SB682)

• Handling of media (CDs & DVDs)

• Staffing

Lessons Learned:

• Increased efficiency

• Use with materials sorting system

• Better utilization of staff skills and abilities

• Ongoing costs of tags still a factor

• Written privacy policy

• Vendor enhancements allow media checkout

• RFID technology embraced by public and staff

Lessons Learned:

RFID technology embraced by public and staff

Additional Information:

• RFID Implementation:www.library.ci.santa-clara.ca.us/rfid/checkpoint.html

• Contact Information:Karen Saunders, Acting City Librarianksaunders@ci.santa-clara.ca.us

Mary Jo Bosteels, Cataloging Program Coordinator

mjbosteels@ci.santa-clara.ca.us

Checkpoint Systems, Inc.

www.checkpointsystems.com1-800-257-5540