Reverse Logistics -A New Wave

Reverse Logistics
What it is
The process of moving goods from their
place of use , back to their place of
manufacture for reprocessing, refilling,
repairs or waste disposal
Its a planned process of goods
movement in reverse direction done in
efficient and cost-effective manner
through the organized network. It can be
standalone or integrated system in
companys supply chain

Why Reverse Logistics ?

Growing public concern for
environmental pollution
Government regulations on
product recycling and waste disposal
Growing consumerism
Stiff competition

Reverse Logistics Scope

Refilling
LPG Cylinders, Soft Drink Bottles, Liquor
Bottles,
Pallets, Containers

Product Recall
Defective product, Shelf life over (Johnson)

Refurbishing
Used and returned within warranty period

Remanufacturing
Used product for quality up-gradation

Waste DisposalRecycling the waste

Three Stage Reverse Logistics

System for Used Car Recycling
Stage III

Stage II

Steel
melters

Car
Dealer

Battery
suppliers
Packaging
manufacturer
s
Tyre
producers
Components
producers

Stage I

Car
Produce
r

Customer
Customer
Customer

Car
Dealer

Customer

Car

Customer

Dealer

Customer

Reverse Logistics:
System Design Considerations
Product location identification
Product collection system
Product recycling / disposal centres
Documentation system
Cost implications
Legal issues

Reverse Logistics in India

Refilling of LPG Cylinders, & Soft
Drink Bottles
Bharat Petroleum, Hindustan Petroleum
Pepsi, Coca-Cola
United Breweries (Beer)

Return of Life Expired Products

Nestle (Yoghurt)
Monginis (Cakes)

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