Planning for collections care can be confusing and complicated.  You have to balance the object's needs alongside many other factors...budget, time, and staffing to name a few.  Not to mention the regular changes in the availability of materials.  In this episode, I look at all these factors, the reasons they exist, and ways to cope with them.  Whether you're new to collections management or have been at it for years, I hope this helps you consider some concepts to make the best of whatever your scenario can be.