Selection of third-party reverse logistics providers for End-of-Life computers using TOPSIS-AHP based approach
by V. Ravi
International Journal of Logistics Systems and Management (IJLSM), Vol. 11, No. 1, 2012

Abstract: Business organisations including those of computer companies would like to focus on their core competency areas and are, therefore, outsourcing all or part of their reverse logistics process to Third-Party Logistics Providers (3PLPs). Thus, a key strategic issue for top management is the selection of 3PLPs who can effectively provide reverse logistics services to organisation. This study aims to efficiently assist the decision-makers in determining the most appropriate third-party reverse logistics provider using a combination of Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP) and Technique for Order Preference by Similarity to Ideal Solution (TOPSIS) methods. A numerical example from a case company is included to demonstrate the steps of the proposed model.

Online publication date: Fri, 28-Nov-2014

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