Amigos provides courier participants with a master label sheet, but each library is responsible for ordering and maintaining blank label stock and producing labels in house. In addition to the information contained on the TAE label, participating libraries must prominently display their library s shipping information in the OCLC ILL record. Doing so makes it easier for others to quickly package and address materials to you. How to Change Your Constant Data Record in OCLC a. If you were editing from the home position, you would type in your library s address information as shown in the example below.
Amigos recommends using jiffy bags or other padded envelopes to protect materials.
Interoffice envelopes are recommended for photocopies and non-book papers only. No insurance is available for packages sent through the TAE courier service and the courier assumes no liability for lost items. Therefore, expensive or non-replaceable items should not be sent through the courier system. Ensure that the distinctive TAE or TExpress label is clearly visible and completely and properly filled out on every outbound piece. Place materials in an envelope clearly marked with the recipient s name and other delivery information you deem appropriate, such as mail stop number, department, etc.