Cataloging Processes

Once items have been fully withdrawn in Alma the items need to be disposed of. 

Step 1: Marking the items

• Each item should be stamped with the WITHDRAWN stamp on the bookplate or title page if the item has no bookplate.
• The barcode on each item should be removed or defaced. 

Step 2: Removing the items from the library

• Items that are moldy or wet should be put in the trash bin.
• Items can be reserved for a give-away at a later date. Items that were not taken at a give-away should then be placed in the recycle bins (they cannot then be sent to Better World Books). 
• Ship items to Better World Books if they meet their criteria. 
• Items that would not go to Better World Books or in a give-away should be placed in the recycle bins.