Patent ID: 7546252
Filing Date: 2009-06-09
Classification: G06Q

Abstract:
1. A method for managing digital versatile discs (DVDs) carrying movies in distribution locations, the method comprising the machine-implemented steps of: identifying a first set of one or more DVDs located at a first distribution location, wherein the first set of one or more DVDs carry a first set of movies that has not been requested for rent by rental customers associated with the first distribution location; causing the first set of one or more DVDs to be sent from the first distribution location to a designated distribution location; identifying a second set of one or more DVDs located at a second distribution location, wherein the second set of DVDs carry a second set of movies that has not been requested for rent by rental customers associated with the second distribution location; and causing the second set of one or more DVDs to be sent from the second distribution location to the designated distribution location, wherein the first, second and designated distribution locations are distinct distribution locations.