Abstract:Public library organizations often utilize depots for carrying out shipments to libraries in case of stockouts and for storing low demand rental items at low cost. Similar systems may be employed by rental companies for other rental products such as tools, DVDs, and jewelry. Since shipments deplete the depot's inventory, stock must be taken back from the libraries in order to deal with future shipment requests. These shipment and take-back operations are carried out periodically, e.g. daily or weekly. This wor… Show more
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