SMS for recalls

Implement SMS notifications for recalls, sponsored by Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology.

Getting started

We need two borrowers - Borrower A and Borrower B.

Ensure the SMSSendDriver and EnhancedMessagingPreferences system preferences are set.

Test plan

1. Edit the messaging preferences of both borrowers. Tick the SMS box for both recalls notices (Recall awaiting pickup and 'Return recalled item').
2. Make sure that both borrowers have an SMS number (does not have to be an accurate mobile number, but make sure this field is filled!)
3. Get the barcode of an Item (Item A) and check this out to Borrower A.
4. Login to the OPAC as Borrower B.
5. Go to the detail page for Item A.
6. Place and confirm a recall for Item A.
7. Check the Notices tab for Borrower A in the Staff Intranet. You should see the 'Return recalled item' notice in this table, with the type sms.
8. Check in Item A and confirm recall waiting.
9. Check the Notices tab for Borrower B. You should see the 'Recall awaiting pickup' notice in this table, with the type sms.

Other links

Go back to main recalls page