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Implementing QR Codes: A Practical Guide for Libraries

This guide outlines the practical implementation and use of QR codes in libraries. It covers convincing stakeholders, coordinating with teams, designing signs, selecting code generators, and keeping usage statistics. Key applications include providing printing instructions, displaying library hours, offering help at reserve desks, and facilitating librarian inquiries. With a color-coded signage system and clear categorization, this process streamlines access to library services while enhancing user experience. Learn how QR codes can elevate your library’s operational efficiency.

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Implementing QR Codes: A Practical Guide for Libraries

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  1. QR Codes: A Practical Process of Implementation and Use Liz Berndt-Morris Central Michigan University

  2. What is a QR Code and how do you use it?

  3. Step 1 - Step 2 - Step 3 - Step 4 • Convince those above to accept the idea. The proposal included the following ideas: • Printing Instructions • Book Displays • Library Hours • Reserve Desk Help • Ask a Librarian

  4. Step 1 - Step 2 - Step 3 - Step 4 • Connect all involved parties and make sure there was a formal structure for communication and design of the project. • Web Services Team • Graphic Designer • Programmer • Access Services • Reserve Desk Supervisor

  5. Step 1 - Step 2 - Step 3 - Step 4 • Sign Designs 2. Material and Cost 3. Choose a Code Generator 4. Keeping Statistics

  6. Color Coding Signs • We designated a color for each type of QR Code sign based on colors used in our library carpeting and paint. • Orange = Ask a Librarian • Green = Printing Kiosk • Purple = Public Printers • Yellow = Hours • Red = Book Stations • Blue = Course Reserves • Teal = ILL/DoD

  7. Material and Cost • New wall decal material • Self-adhesive, thin, lies flat, no residue • Used with high-quality printers • Any size • Lifetime is estimated to be 6 months or more • 12x12 space @$10 per square foot – total $130 • Paper Signs • printed in house, placed in stands

  8. Choose a Code Generator • Easy • Free • Unlimited number of codes • Unlimited categories of codes • Statistics

  9. Keeping Statistics • Categorizing/Marking our Signs • Designated floor areas for Ask a Librarian • Use current labeling system for printers • Location designation for hours and service desks

  10. 1F - EHS Ask a Librarian Codes 1F - BC - A-G

  11. 2F - BC - H-L 2F - MAP Ask a Librarian Codes 2F - GOV-DOC 2F- SA-S 2F - LC - I 2F - REF

  12. 3F - PC - A-Z Ask a Librarian Codes 3F - MIC 3F - SA-S 3F - SA-N 3F - MDRR

  13. 4F - CH - C Ask a Librarian Codes 4F - BC - M-Z 4F - SA-N 4F - SA-S

  14. Statistics Organization

  15. Step 1 - Step 2 - Step 3 - Step 4 Marketing and Instructions

  16. http://libguides.cmich.edu/qrcodes

  17. GIANT Code

  18. Additional Uses

  19. What have we learned?

  20. Thank you!

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