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Advancements in Building Resilient Reverse Supply Chains: Strategies, Technologies, and Sustainable Practices

A special issue of Logistics (ISSN 2305-6290). This special issue belongs to the section "Sustainable Supply Chains and Logistics".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 December 2025 | Viewed by 9501

Special Issue Editors

Dr. P. Carmona Marques

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1. Faculty of Engineering, Lúsofona University, Lisbon, Portugal
2. Polytechnic Institute of Lisbon, Lisbon, Portugal
Interests: engineering education; computer programming; electromagnetism; electric and magnetic field; laser welding; manufacturing; sustainability; industrial/mechanical engineering; creativity
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Dr. Marcele Elisa Fontana

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Department of Mechanical Engineering, Technology and Geosciences Center, Federal University of Pernambuco (UFPE), Recife 50740-550, PE, Brazil
Interests: supply chain management; logistics; circular economy; modelling for decision making
Dr. Wesley Douglas Silva

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Department of Management Engineering, Federal University of Alagoas, Alagoas 57309-005, Brazil
Interests: multicriteria decision support; reverse logistics; negotiation and group decision making; circular economy

Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

The concept of reverse supply chains, which involves managing the flow of products, materials, and information in reverse, has become increasingly important in the global trade landscape. Resilient reverse supply chains are crucial for achieving sustainability and reducing environmental impact. The implementation of these systems requires unique strategies to address challenges such as varying product conditions, fluctuating return volumes, and the need for sustainable practices. Key components of resilient reverse supply chains include efficient returns management, remanufacturing and renovation processes, responsible recycling and waste management, technological integration for real-time monitoring, and collaboration with stakeholders. These components help organizations to respond to disruptions, while maintaining the integrity and efficiency of their reverse supply chain processes.

In today's business environment, where sustainability is a central focus, establishing resilient reverse supply chains is not just a choice, but a necessity. These practices not only ensure operational continuity, but also position organizations as responsible stewards of resources and contributors to a circular and sustainable economy. By adopting resilient reverse supply chains, organizations can achieve environmental goals, reduce costs, satisfy customers, and comply with regulations.

It is in this context that we are promoting this Special Issue, where we welcome original articles on the subject. In particular, the most important topics center on, but are not limited to:

  • Risk mitigation;
  • Adaptive and flexible logistics;
  • Blockchaun and traceability;
  • IoT and real-time monitoring;
  • Remanufactuting and circular design
  • Waste reduction and recycling
  • Case studies and industry applications

Dr. P. Carmona Marques
Dr. Marcele Elisa Fontana
Dr. Wesley Douglas Silva
Guest Editors

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Submitted manuscripts should not have been published previously, nor be under consideration for publication elsewhere (except conference proceedings papers). All manuscripts are thoroughly refereed through a single-blind peer-review process. A guide for authors and other relevant information for submission of manuscripts is available on the Instructions for Authors page. Logistics is an international peer-reviewed open access quarterly journal published by MDPI.

Please visit the Instructions for Authors page before submitting a manuscript. The Article Processing Charge (APC) for publication in this open access journal is 1400 CHF (Swiss Francs). Submitted papers should be well formatted and use good English. Authors may use MDPI's English editing service prior to publication or during author revisions.

Keywords

  • resilient reverse supply chains
  • circular economy
  • sustainable supply chain
  • remanufacturing
  • technology integration in supply chains
  • IoT (Internet of Things) in supply chains
  • reverse logistics
  • product life cycle management

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Should Recovery Strategies Be Reuse or Recycling Based? A Case Study on Discarded Electronics in Melbourne, Australia
by Hans Ronald Krikke, Mark Sayers and Lizzie Smith
Logistics 2025, 9(2), 58; https://doi.org/10.3390/logistics9020058 (registering DOI) - 25 Apr 2025
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Background: Optimizing reverse chains is more difficult than forward linear supply chains. Careful consideration should be given to recovery strategies to optimize product reuse as well as recycling. Methods: Using a 450-product dataset from the Melbourne area collection project and literature sources, we [...] Read more.
Background: Optimizing reverse chains is more difficult than forward linear supply chains. Careful consideration should be given to recovery strategies to optimize product reuse as well as recycling. Methods: Using a 450-product dataset from the Melbourne area collection project and literature sources, we applied a calculation model with four recovery options. It modeled different return quality levels, three market segments, cost structures, buy-back and resell prices, carbon emissions, and the percentage of reuse and recycling for the four Rs (volume-based). We compared fifteen recovery strategies with one, two, three, or four recovery options and carried out sensitivity analyses to explore the impact of return volumes and quality, recovery cost, and market prices. Results: The main findings are as follows: (i) Product reuse has a lot of potential, but currently only for premium brands and requires the returned products to be of good quality. (ii) Environmental footprints are reduced in almost all scenarios, so economic viability is the main bottleneck in applying (more) reuse. (iii) Eco-design and circular business models may pave the way to reduce costs and increase market acceptance. Conclusions: We conclude with three suggested strategies for promoting reuse of electronic equipment: 1. Collecting discarded products earlier; 2. Incentivizing modular product design; 3. Greater consistency in asset management and refurbishment operations. Full article
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Synergizing TQM, JIT, and Green Supply Chain Practices: Strategic Insights for Enhanced Environmental Performance
by Aamir Rashid, Rizwana Rasheed and Noor Aina Amirah
Logistics 2025, 9(1), 18; https://doi.org/10.3390/logistics9010018 - 28 Jan 2025
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Background: This study examined the role of total quality management, just-in-time, and green supply chain management practices to improve environmental performance. Methods: Data from 207 manufacturing industry respondents from a developing economy were tested through a quantitative method using PLS-SEM with the help [...] Read more.
Background: This study examined the role of total quality management, just-in-time, and green supply chain management practices to improve environmental performance. Methods: Data from 207 manufacturing industry respondents from a developing economy were tested through a quantitative method using PLS-SEM with the help of SmartPLS to validate the measurement model. Results: The results show that just-in-time significantly impacts total quality management and green supply chain management practices. Similarly, total quality management significantly affects environmental performance. However, just-in-time insignificantly affects the environment. Likewise, total quality management is insignificant and negatively affects green supply chain practices. Conclusions: This research provides practical insight to practitioners for understanding and implementing practices in their supply chain networks. These findings support the strategic use of just-in-time and total quality management to promote green supply chain practices as a core skill to improve environmental performance. The findings are also helpful for supply chain practitioners, policymakers, and industrialists. This research enriches the literature in the supply chain. Full article
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Critical Factors for Green Public Procurement: The Case of Greece
by Varvara S. Orfanidou, Dimitrios J. Dimitriou, Nikolaos P. Rachaniotis and Giannis T. Tsoulfas
Logistics 2024, 8(4), 127; https://doi.org/10.3390/logistics8040127 - 5 Dec 2024
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Background: Green Public Procurement (GPP) is a sector that has been growing in recent years through policies encouraged by the European Union. In the Greek public sector, the respective National Action Plan (NAP), which sets specific targets for GPP, has very recently [...] Read more.
Background: Green Public Procurement (GPP) is a sector that has been growing in recent years through policies encouraged by the European Union. In the Greek public sector, the respective National Action Plan (NAP), which sets specific targets for GPP, has very recently come into force. However, although the influencing factors that contribute to the success of the implementation of green procurement are a crucial element of this policy, they have not yet been explored for the Greek public sector. Methods: This study applied data collection and a combined qualitative and quantitative data analysis. The research was divided into two phases: (i) the identification of critical factors (CFs) based on the literature, and (ii) an analysis of fourteen experts’ insights into those factors employing the Grey DEMATEL approach. Results: Based on the surveyed literature, fourteen CFs that contribute to the successful implementation of GPP were identified. From the analysis of the experts’ views, the factors were classified into two groups. Each group contains seven CFs. The CFs in the first group (causes) affect the CFs in the second group (effects). Conclusions: This study of the success factors in implementing green procurement in Greek public organizations can be further improved by incorporating new factors, as well as by utilizing the presented results in the follow-up of the NAP. Full article
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Lean and Agile Supply Strategies in Distribution Centres to Deliver Value-Added Services (VAS)
by Eduard Klundt, Neil Towers and Kamal Bechkoum
Logistics 2024, 8(3), 67; https://doi.org/10.3390/logistics8030067 - 3 Jul 2024
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Background: This paper examines how logistics mangers increase performance by incorporating VAS in their distribution centres in the context of different natures of customer demand. The study is underpinned by the principles of lean and agile strategies as two key concepts that can [...] Read more.
Background: This paper examines how logistics mangers increase performance by incorporating VAS in their distribution centres in the context of different natures of customer demand. The study is underpinned by the principles of lean and agile strategies as two key concepts that can be applied to respond to different customer expectations. Methods: Based on the phenomenological interpretivist paradigm, an empirical multiple-case study was conducted in German distribution centres operated by six companies. The empirical data were collected through semi-structured interviews, built on the triangulation of sources. Open, axial, and selective coding were employed to analyse data collected through eighteen in-depth interviews with managers from the distribution centres. Results: The findings indicated that the construct of customer demand forms different benefits that the logistics service providers can achieve through VAS. Simultaneously, various customer demands on VAS requires the distribution centres to focus on developing different operational capabilities to gain superior performance. Conclusions: Based on the research findings, a conceptual model was created. This model can support logistics service providers in improving company performance through effectively managing VAS in their distribution centres. The high dynamic VAS customer demand can bring more financial and non-financial benefits but needs higher flexibility in the warehouse operation system. Stable and predictable VAS, in turn, require a higher degree of standardisation. Full article
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Impacts of Brazilian Green Coffee Production and Its Logistical Corridors on the International Coffee Market
by Paula Ferreira da Cruz Correia, João Gilberto Mendes dos Reis, Pedro Sanches Amorim, Jaqueline Severino da Costa and Márcia Terra da Silva
Logistics 2024, 8(2), 39; https://doi.org/10.3390/logistics8020039 - 9 Apr 2024
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Background: The coffee industry is one of the most important world supply chains, with an estimated consumption of two billion cups daily, making it the most consumed beverage worldwide. Coffee beans are primarily grown in tropical countries, with Brazil accounting for almost 50% [...] Read more.
Background: The coffee industry is one of the most important world supply chains, with an estimated consumption of two billion cups daily, making it the most consumed beverage worldwide. Coffee beans are primarily grown in tropical countries, with Brazil accounting for almost 50% of the production. The objective of this study is to examine the Brazilian trade between 2018 and 2022, focusing on state producers, logistical corridors, and importer countries. Methods: The methodology approach revolves around a quantitative method using Social Network Analysis measures. Results: The results reveal a massive concentration in local production (99.5%—Minas Gerais), port movements (99.9%—Santos, Itaguai, and Rio de Janeiro), and country buyers (80.9%—the United States, United Kingdon, and Japan). Conclusions: The study concludes that the Brazilian green coffee supply chain relies on a fragile and overloaded logistical network. Due to that, this study indicates that the stakeholders and decision-makers involved must consider this high concentration of production in some areas and companies. They must also address the bottlenecks in logistical corridors and the fierce competition involved in acquiring and processing Brazilian coffee production because these factors can drastically affect the revenue of the companies operating in this sector. Full article
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