Abstract: A system architecture for linking one or more derived objects to existing data objects in a data structure can be organized in a variety of forms. A method for establishing the architecture may include linking first and second data objects, linking first and second data objects. The first and second data objects may be associated with corresponding first and second pluralities of properties. The method may include receiving a first user limitation associated with at least one of the first or second pluralities of properties and receiving a second user limitation associated with at least one of the first or second pluralities of properties. The method can include deriving a conclusion object comprising a third plurality of properties comprising a subset of one or more of the first or second pluralities of properties and linking the conclusion object to the first and second data objects.

Abstract: A system for replenishing store inventory is based on a customer-by-customer prediction of purchasing habits. The customer-by-customer prediction takes into account the likelihood that each customer will purchase a particular type of product, the timing of that likely purchase, and the location where the customer is likely to make the purchase. This information is aggregated and orders for products are made such that products are shipped to the store to arrive just in time for both positive and negative modifications to the overall demand curve caused by a discount, coupon, or other event.