Reducing E-Waste of Consumer Electronics Through Reverse Logistics

With the increasing innovation of new
electronic devices continually entering the
marketplace, manufacturers and retailers are
seeking partnerships with third party logistics
(3PL) providers that can decrease e-waste
through reverse logistics for end-of-life devices.
With the general public’s sentiment to preserve
the environment for future generations,
manufacturers and retailers as well as their
supply chain partners have a commitment to
reducing negative impact on the environment.
This paper specifically focuses on how
partnership with a 3PL (Third Party Logistics)
provider can decrease e-waste through reverse
logistics for consumer electronics manufacturers
(OEM – original equipment manufacturer, ODM
– original device manufacturer) and retailers.