Symbol SPT 1700
Librarians and administrators who need a portable inventory tracking system can look to Hayes Software Systems' Symbol SPT 1700, a bar-code scanning and textbook tracking tool. The unit is a Palm OS-based handheld scanner that is programmed to interface with textbook inventory program software. It features one-touch data syncing, a user-friendly interface and a HotSync cradle and charger. It also comes with calendaring, address book and other daily activities already installed. Hayes Software Systems, Austin, TX, (512) 219-7610, www.hayessoft.com.