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Reverse logistics is concerned with the return flows of products or equipment back from the consumer to the logistics network for reuse, recovery or recycling for environmental, economic or customer service reasons. In this paper, we review applications, case studies, models and techniques proposed for the design, planning and optimization of reverse logistics systems. We consider both cases of separate and integrated handling of original products and return flows throughout the logistics network. According to the hierarchical planning framework for logistics systems, the works are described in relation to their contribution to strategic, tactical or operational planning. Major contributions concern facility location, inventory management, transportation and production planning models. Directions for further research are indicated in all of these areas as well as for the general development of reverse logistics activities in a supply chain network.
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Bostel, N., Dejax, P., Lu, Z. (2005). The Design, Planning, and Optimization of Reverse Logistics Networks. In: Langevin, A., Riopel, D. (eds) Logistics Systems: Design and Optimization. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/0-387-24977-X_6
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