Title: Opportunities for research in Reverse Logistics networks: a literature review

Authors: Pia Jamsa

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Abstract: Studies in Reverse Logistics (RL) have expanded since the first studies in 1950s. The author identifies 45 papers dealing with issues of RL networks providing either environmental or operational view. The papers were examined by the use of topics, methodologies and findings. Few papers concentrated on case studies. They highlight the complexity and uncertainty of the network. In addition, possible directions for future research are presented.

Keywords: enterprise development; recovery networks; reverse logistics networks; reverse networks; literature review.

DOI: 10.1504/IJMED.2009.024234

International Journal of Management and Enterprise Development, 2009 Vol.6 No.4, pp.433 - 454

Published online: 30 Mar 2009 *

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