How do libraries manage the ethical and privacy issues of RFID implementation? A qualitative investigation into the decision-making processes of ten libraries

@article{Ferguson2015HowDL,
  title={How do libraries manage the ethical and privacy issues of RFID implementation? A qualitative investigation into the decision-making processes of ten libraries},
  author={Stuart Ferguson and Clare Thornley and Forbes Gibb},
  journal={Journal of Librarianship and Information Science},
  year={2015},
  volume={47},
  pages={117 - 130}
}
This paper explores how library managers go about implementing RFID (radio frequency identification) technology and particularly how associated privacy issues have been managed. The research methodology consisted of a literature review, theme identification, interview scheduling, interviews and interview analysis. The sample was 10 libraries or library networks and 18 participants. Findings covered the main drivers of RFID development, perceived benefits, tag data, data security, levels of… 
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