If you don’t use the acquisitions module or batch load enhanced on order records, you need to manually create placeholder items in order for patrons to place holds.

• Use fake barcodes which include your library code, and have somewhere to record where you are in the sequence. i.e. MPL1000, MPL1001, MPL1002
• Use ON ORDER as your call number.
• Use Evergreen’s On order status for the item record.
• Have an On Order holdings template for cataloguers to use.
• Create and use an ON ORDER shelving location, especially if your library uses a new book shelving location.

When the item comes in you will need to update the item record.