There is some amazing talk going on about libraries and their use of mobile technologies. We've heard about some fantastic ways libraries are utilising QR codes and augmented reality. Brilliant stuff! Perhaps we could apply augmented reality applications and QR codes to our collections? More on QR codes to come.
A cost effective content alert system delivered via SMS for library services is currently being trialled at Bundelkhand University Library. Students/staff receive an SMS to their phones notifying them that holds are waiting, that books are about due or a reminder about the work shop their enrolled in. How cool is that!
Roving service is also discussed along with ideas about how to expand the service. For example Kingston University have developed and installed an application that allows rovers to connect remotely to desktop from their iPads providing them further capability to complete transactions typically performed at the desk i.e. change passwords and log jobs directly their service tool.
University of Glasgow library has really embraced mobile technologies. They have developed a mobile policy plan which contain 10 different strands and have had a working party concentrating on each strand. Their objective is to work on designing sustainable, library services that can used via mobile technologies.
There is so much going on at the conference and we're looking forward to bringing all these bringing back to GU for consideration.
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