One of the problems any Library has is dealing with Overdue materials, these can be audiotapes, CD Roms, Videotapes, DVD's, Books and Journals.
I remember that when our Library system was first automated the biggest glory was sending overdue notices to all the patrons who had material for several years. The whole point was to remind them to bring the items back to the Library. We did not even issue a fine. It was quite simple. However it seemed to cause a third world war. Which apparently never stopped as it seemed to lie dormant and then when the exercise was revived, again the overdue notices seemed to hit a nerve. It seems many people do not like to be reminded that they have forgotten library materials at home, wether it is just for a month or several years!!!
In a corporate business library most of the staff are in higher management positions so written reminders are not always welcome.
I have always thought that a nominal fee would have been a deterrent for constant overdues. As most people hare to part with their money.
The article i have posted below, shows creative ways of paying overdue Library fines.
Although the article below that goes a bit too far by arresting patrons who have overdue materials.
Some material I read over the internet describe how overdues should be given the death sentence. A bit harsh don't you think?
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