New Surpass Self-Check integrates with Surpass library automation software to enable  patrons to check out their own materials and obtain basic account information independently.  The result is that patrons are served more efficiently and media specialists have more time to devote to those tasks only THEY can do: helping patrons select and use materials, teaching, and planning. 

The Surpass touch-screen computer is a convenient way to run Surpass Self Check. You may also run the software on your own PC with a touch-screen monitor or mouse made available for patron use.

Benefits of Surpass Self-Check

For schools
Media specialists have more time to work with patrons.  Students, faculty and staff can easily circulate their own materials and inquire into their accounts.  Media professionals are freed to help patrons select and use materials.

For religious and special libraries
Patrons can easily circulate materials when the library is unmanned.  Volunteers can assist other patrons while those who have selected materials check out on their own.

For understaffed media centers.

SSC automates rote tasks, freeing library workers to plan, shelve and meet patrons’ research needs.

For corporate libraries
The library can be available the entire work day even if the company doesn't have a full-time staff member to man it.  Employees can select and check out materials and inquire into their accounts freely throughout the day.

Anyone can use Surpass Self-Check

On screen prompts and a simple check-out procedure make the kiosks easy for all ages and abilities to use.  A successful scan produces an affirming "beep" and displays the book jacket (where available) for visual verification.  Patrons appreciate being able to "help themselves." Children and adults alike enjoy the touchscreen process.