This white paper discusses the many challenges in the Reverse Logistics (RL) industry and the business case for implementing an integrated, end-to-end, enterprise system for managing reverse supply chains.  The report is supported by an extensive market research study of over 250 Reverse Logistics professionals conducted by Blumberg Advisory Group, Inc. In addition, a new holistic concept for understanding end-to-end Reverse Logistics processes is introduced - Reverse Lifecycle Management (RLM).

In this complimentary report on Reverse Logistics you will learn:

• Key characteristics of RL Supply Chains and resulting business challenges
• How to achieve end to end integration of business functions related to RL
• Critical market trends of RL and their impact on IT requirements
• Key elements and business benefits of a successful RLM system
• Ways to optimize financial and operations performance with better utilization of RL assets and resources

White paper Authored by Michael Blumberg

Michael R. Blumberg is President & CEO of Blumberg Advisory Group, Inc., Certified Management Consultant (CMC), and a respected author and speaker. His firm provides strategic and tactical assistance for improving the overall profitability and quality of aftermarket service operations.  He has also served as President of the Delaware Valley Chapter of the Association for Field Service Managers International and president of the Philadelphia Chapter of the Institute of Management Consultants. Mr. Blumberg is an industry authority on Reverse Logistics and Closed Loop Supply Chain Management.