This is not to suggest that you should ignore classes B and C, but—recognizing that all books have a life cycle—don't spend lots of time and resources on product that is likely to offer little or no return.
2. Establish key performance indicators and set improvement objectives.
There's an old adage that says, "You can't manage what you don't measure," and that concept certainly applies to inventory of all kinds, including both finished goods and raw materials. Decide on four to six key performance indicators (KPIs) that you will use to measure your organization's progress in reducing inventory investment. To be clear, these metrics should be compiled for each major product line in your publishing portfolio. Some of the metrics you might consider include: