Tradition Meets the Future with the New RFID System at Sofia Library, Donated by Amusnet

In the heart of Sofia, on Slaveykov Square, there is a place where generations have sought and found knowledge, inspiration, and silence — the Sofia Library. For almost a century, it has been a magnetic center for everyone eager to learn and explore.

On its 97th anniversary, the library took another step forward from tradition to the future. Its doors now open not only to the world of literature but also to the digital era, thanks to a new RFID system donated by the Bulgarian software company Amusnet.

The system, installed at the library’s main entrance, enhances security by preventing the unauthorized removal of valuable editions. Yet its importance goes far beyond that. It lays the foundation for the complete modernization of the processes within this 97-year-old institution.

“The Sofia City Library is part of the cultural memory of our city. We are honored to contribute to its digital transformation so it can continue to inspire generations to come,” said representative of Amusnet.

Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) is a technology that enables contactless recognition and tracking of objects. In libraries, it is applied through microchip tags placed on each book. Unlike traditional barcodes, RFID can read and record information regardless of the tag’s position, surrounding environment, or visibility. This allows for faster processing, automated sorting, and inventory checks without the need to remove books from the shelves.

Readers can now easily borrow and return books independently, while librarians can focus on what matters most — the connection between people and knowledge.

Welcoming thousands of visitors each month, the Sofia Library continues to evolve. The introduction of RFID technology marks a new beginning which bridges tradition and innovation.

Thus, one of the oldest cultural institutions in Bulgaria’s capital is not merely celebrating an anniversary but writing a new, digital chapter in its story, supported by people who believe that knowledge should always remain accessible, protected, and alive.