This assignment reviews the literature of RL. In order to structure the research, the following research questions were developed:
• Which activities are covered by RL and what differentiates it from forward logistics (FL)?
• What are the drivers and benefits for companies implementing RL operations?
• What are the impacts of RL on the SC and how does it contribute to green the SC?
The motivation for conducting this research has several origins. Firstly, the research on RL is limited. Secondly, businesses are increasingly confronted with a throw-away mentality of the society. This makes a modification in the behaviour towards the environment necessary (Cherrett et al. 2012).
In order to study the development and impact of RL, this assignment reviews a large variety of literature mainly in different trade publications, journals and books.
Table of Content
List of figures and tables
1. Introduction
2. Definition of Forward and Reverse Logistics
2.1 Forward Logistics
2.2 Reverse Logistics
2.3 Comparison of Forward and Reverse Logistics
3. Drivers and benefits for companies implementing Reverse Logistics operations
4. Impacts of Reverse Logistics
5. Conclusion
List of references
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between forward and reverse logistics?
Forward logistics manages the flow from producers to consumers, while reverse logistics handles the return of products from consumers back to the supply chain.
What are the main drivers for implementing reverse logistics?
Drivers include environmental regulations, corporate social responsibility, economic benefits from recycling, and customer return policies.
How does reverse logistics contribute to a "green" supply chain?
It promotes recycling, remanufacturing, and proper disposal of waste, thereby reducing the environmental footprint of businesses.
What activities are covered by reverse logistics?
Activities include product returns, repairs, refurbishing, recycling of packaging, and hazardous waste management.
Why is research on reverse logistics currently increasing?
Due to a growing "throw-away mentality" in society and increasing pressure on businesses to manage resources more sustainably.
- Citar trabajo
- Janina Bohling (Autor), 2014, Reverse Logistics, Múnich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/270860
