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University of Nevada, Las Vegas

UNLV Gaming Research & Review Journal

2016

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Forecasting Casino Gaming Traffic With A Data Mining Alternative To Croston’S Method, Barry E. King Nov 2016

Forecasting Casino Gaming Traffic With A Data Mining Alternative To Croston’S Method, Barry E. King

UNLV Gaming Research & Review Journal

Other researchers have used Croston’s method to forecast traffic at casino game tables. Our data mining alternative to Croston’s method more accurately forecasts gaming traffic using the rich databases that are frequently available at casinos. A more accurate forecast will allow for better planning of staffing on the casino floor.