We have open stacks, with the DVDs in locked cases (case is tattletaped; discs are not - overlays tend to cause playback problems). We use Checkpoint, which less expensive than the more secure KwikCases. I think lack of theft is more a nature of our patron population than from the security. It's not difficult to crack the cases open. The handful of times we've had cases broken into and the disc stolen, they were inexpensive titles that were easy to replace (or not). The pricey documentaries are not at risk from theft.
Barb Bergman | Media Services & Interlibrary Loan Librarian | Minnesota State University, Mankato | (507) 389-5945 | barbara.berg...@mnsu.edu<mailto:barbara.berg...@mnsu.edu> From: videolib-boun...@lists.berkeley.edu [mailto:videolib-boun...@lists.berkeley.edu] On Behalf Of Richard Graham Sent: Friday, October 17, 2014 9:39 AM To: videolib@lists.berkeley.edu Subject: [Videolib] quick poll Anyone keep their dvd collection in open stacks, without locking cases? We're looking into moving ours into an open area and while it's counter to my own instincts, many think putting them all in cases as too costly for preventing little theft. Any thoughts or personal experiences are welcome! Thanks! rg
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