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.