Sorting points

A sorting point is a logistical site where items are sorted for various destinations.

Sorting points appear in the physical version in various forms:

• An automated sorter that dumps an item off to its correct destination.
• A self-service kiosk, where a screen informs the patron where the dropped off item should be placed, e.g., on a book cart.
• Desk/office workspaces with associated book carts. The LMS has assigned the book cart that the item should be placed on.

The sorting point is logically located at a branch, if needed, in a more precise location (e.g., a zone). A sorting point can be given a meaningful name, e.g., “Self-service, East branch”.

A sorting point has a number of chutes, where the sorted items end up when they are sorted.

Refer otherwise to the instructions on Configuration of sorting points and chutes.