Radio Frequency Identification Technology for Logistics, Tagging and EPC

3M unveils new product designs at ALA Conference

Wednesday, June 23, 2010

3M will introduce a number of new technologies and product designs at the upcoming American Library Association Annual Conference & Exhibition, June 25 - June 28 in Washington, DC.

One of which is the 3M Command Center Software, which will replace 3M Stats and Status and Configuration Software. This software provides libraries with web-based platform for real-time performance monitoring and management of 3M SelfCheck Systems and automated materials handling systems, and RFID Detection Systems, in one easy-to-use software package.

3M will also introduce three new RFID SelfCheck System R-Series Designs, with new software themes for an enhanced customer experience and for promoting patron self-service.

An enhanced workstation that uses two-way communication with the integrated library system circulation module will also be on display. The workstation will show how staff can process items quickly and safely, including items with flags, and special exceptions without reprocessing. [end] 

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