| Article ID: | iaor200945305 |
| Country: | United Kingdom |
| Volume: | 4 |
| Issue: | 4 |
| Start Page Number: | 367 |
| End Page Number: | 381 |
| Publication Date: | Jan 2006 |
| Journal: | Journal of Revenue and Pricing Management |
| Authors: | Vinod Ben |
| Keywords: | yield management |
This paper provides an overview of inventory control, which is a prerequisite for the success of any revenue management programme. A range of alternatives based on the desired level of sophistication to control seat inventory are discussed, followed by current trends and demands from the airline community.