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Libraries are constantly looking for a solution to deliver fast and efficient information services and workflows, which brings a high level of satisfaction for both patrons and library staff. The library needs to constantly evolve with rapid changes in the field of information technology. As a result, digital library services are taking over the traditional library services. In this context, the radio frequency identification technology (RFID) is used for smooth circulation management in the library besides ensuring the security of the books. Also, the application of RFID in the library field will save the time of patrons and library staff. RFID technology helps libraries to improve user satisfaction with a self-service experience and increases staff efficiencies by augmenting several value-added services. This paper highlights the comprehensive application of RFID technology in the library domain with a case study of migrating RFID infrastructure implemented at the Scientific Information Resource Division (SIRD), Indira Gandhi Centre for Atomic Research (IGCAR) at Kalpakkam. The various challenges faced while implementing the technology and the impact of RFID technology in the library are highlighted.
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Sivasankar, V., Soundararajan, E., Rajeswari, S. (2020). Challenges and Impacts of RFID Technology in a Research Library. In: Jayakumari, J., Karagiannidis, G., Ma, M., Hossain, S. (eds) Advances in Communication Systems and Networks . Lecture Notes in Electrical Engineering, vol 656. Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-15-3992-3_47
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