Implimentation Of RFID Technology In Libraries For Effective And Efficient Functioning Of Library Operations

The challenging task of libraries is to perform circulation function and shelving operation, as it consumes much time and requires more staffs. The RFID technology provides the solution to such problems. Radio frequency identification is one of the useful and fast growing technologies used in many libraries. Radio Frequency Identification, RFID is a radio wave technology used to identify the item or objects automatically. The paper covers the components of RFID technology. It also discusses how RFID technology is differs from barcode system. This article emphasizes the advantages of RFID implementation in library as it helpful in circulation process (self check-in/check-out), anti-theft detection, shelving operations, inventory control system and other library management. This technology provides the effective and efficient management of library operations. The articles also point out some disadvantages of the technology. Working areas of RFID in libraries have also been listed in this research paper