Introduction
RFID and related self-service technologies provide an important opportunity to transform services, to maximise 0pening hours and minimise routine workload for library staff.
Axiell was one of the pioneers of RFID technology in libraries in the UK; however, as the market has grown, we recognised the fact that we needed to deliver a wider range of solutions at more competitive prices. Our answer was to find a partner who not only had the global scale to supply us at the best possible prices, but whose understanding of the library market was second to none.
Today Axiell partners with Bibliotheca RFID Library systems and has installed BiblioChip™ products in over 20 local authorities. As partners we work closely together, sharing our knowledge of the UK market, and Bibliotheca’s expertise of RFID.
Bibliotheca is the number one library RFID vendor in Europe with some of the largest RFID installations worldwide such as Munich City Library, the Yarra Plenty Library in Melbourne, and the Riverside County Library in California.
Axiell and Bibliotheca RFID Solutions
All of your media management tasks are significantly faster and more reliable with an integrated RFID solution from Axiell and Bibliotheca.
The lending and return process for all types of library media are automated and simplified and your entire stock is secure with more efficient stock taking and control.
Our RFID solution consists of modular hardware and software components specially developed for libraries by Bibliotheca. The hardware meets the technological demands of modern libraries, can be adapted to suit individual requirements and has a contemporary and user-friendly design. The software not only ensures the smooth operation of integrated systems; it also enables direct standards based communication between the hardware and the LMS.
Operational stability and a high level of flexibility are the key features of our joint RFID solutions and both the BiblioChip system and Axiell software are frequently refined to meet our customers' needs.
Advantages for your library
- Efficient media management: stock taking and control, fast location of misplaced items
- All types of media secured reliably with specific labels
- Higher productivity
- Monotonous procedures reduced, making jobs more attractive
- Physically demanding activities handled by the system
- A future-proof investment thanks to an open RFID solution that complies with international standards
Advantages for your users
- Self-service system
- Longer opening hours
- Books can be returned 24 hours a day
- No waiting
- Library staff has more time to provide advice and service
- Independent account administration and management
