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The Indispensable Role of WMS in Reverse Logistics

GlobalTranz

Reverse logistics is filled with risk, and the rate of reverse logistics in e-commerce is higher than any other channel, reports Business2Community. Using a WMS in reverse logistics can help meet this rise in demand and increase customer satisfaction. GET YOUR COPY HERE. Download White Paper.

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Reverse Logistics: What is it, and Why is it So Important?

Unleashed

Reverse logistics is the process of goods returning to their point of origin – back from the purchaser to the manufacturer or supplier. Today, reverse logistics can no longer be an afterthought for manufacturers, but is instead an integral part of supply chain planning. What steps make up the reverse logistics process?

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Why Reverse Logistics Systems and Transportation Management Should Be Considered Together

GlobalTranz

Needs for efficient reverse logistics systems continue to increase as e-commerce claims greater market share, and as so many traditionally functioning businesses grow and inevitably incur increasing volume of returns. This presents opportunities for developing new revenue streams, an exciting challenge to logistics professionals.

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The Indispensable Role of WMS in Reverse Logistics

Veridian Solutions

Reverse logistics is filled with risk, and the rate of reverse logistics in e-commerce is higher than any other channel, reports Business2Community. Using a WMS in reverse logistics can help meet this rise in demand and increase customer satisfaction. WMS Implementation Pre-Design: Challenge the Status Quo.

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A Case Study in Reverse Logistics Optimization!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Check out What Exactly Is Reverse Logistics? Configured a highly structured and efficient reverse logistics program to supplement demand inventory and reduce sourcing costs. ModusLink also handles shipments of spare modems, heat sinks, quick- restore CDs (which ModusLink presses in-house) and product documentation.

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Returns Management: Are You Not Making Money on Returns?

ModusLink Corporation

Unlike the forward view, reverse logistics follow the opposite process. Understanding such processes begins with understanding the facts of the reverse logistics meaning and process, its common mistakes, and a few best practices for maximizing their value. Develop and implement an effective reverse logistics process.

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Circular Economy and Information Sharing – The Role of Logistics

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

In the Circular Economy, logistics is far more local, moves much smaller loads, and frequently consists of reverse logistics. Reverse logistics of used products from the consumer replaces (long-distance) transportation of new goods from manufacturing sites which can be seen in the Zalando example above.