Performance of reverse supply chains

Frei, Regina, Lothian, Iain, Butar Butar, Maulida, Bines, Angela and Da Gama, Lilly (2015) Performance of reverse supply chains. 20th Annual Conference of The Chartered Institute of Logistics & Transport, Logistics Research Network (LRN), , Derby, United Kingdom. 09 - 11 Sep 2015.

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Abstract

Globalised trade and pressure on resources require supply chains to become more sustainable, which includes the need for material flows to become closed loops. Reverse Supply Chains (RSC) recover parts and products from end customers or any other stage of the supply chain and feeds them back into the supply network for reuse, remanufacturing, recycling or proper disposal. In thisway, RSCs contribute to manufacturing becoming more sustainable ecologically, economically and socially. However, most companies are unaware of their RSC and therefore miss out on beneficial opportunities. This paper explores the current situation in industry and refers to relevant literature. A first version of an RSC framework is suggested, together with examples and discussion.

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Published date: 2015

Additional Information: Logistics Research Network Annual Conference (LRN) ; Conference date: 09-09-2015 Through 11-09-2015

Venue - Dates: 20th Annual Conference of The Chartered Institute of Logistics & Transport, Logistics Research Network (LRN), , Derby, United Kingdom, 2015-09-09 - 2015-09-11