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Third-Party Reverse Logistics Selection: A Literature Review

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  • Samin Yaser Anon

    (Department of Mechanical, Industrial, & Mechatronics Engineering, Toronto Metropolitan University, Toronto, ON M5B 2K3, Canada)

  • Saman Hassanzadeh Amin

    (Department of Mechanical, Industrial, & Mechatronics Engineering, Toronto Metropolitan University, Toronto, ON M5B 2K3, Canada)

  • Fazle Baki

    (Odette School of Business, University of Windsor, Windsor, ON N9B 3P4, Canada)

Abstract

Background : This literature review delves into the concept of ‘Third-party Reverse Logistics selection’, focusing on its process and functionality using deterministic and uncertain decision-making models. In an increasingly globalized world, Reverse Logistics (RL) plays a vital role in optimizing supply chain management, reducing waste, and achieving sustainability objectives. Deterministic decision-making models employ predefined criteria and variables, utilizing mathematical algorithms to assess factors such as cost, reliability, and capacity across various geographical regions. Uncertain decision-making models, on the other hand, incorporate the unpredictability of real-world scenarios by considering the uncertainties and consequences of decision making and choices based on incomplete information, ambiguity, unreliability, and the option for multiple probable outcomes. Methods : Through an examination of 41 peer-reviewed journal publications between the years 2020 and 2023, this review paper explores these concepts and problem domains within three categories: Literature Reviews (LR), Deterministic Decision-Making (DDM) models, and Uncertain Decision-Making (UDM) models. Results : In this paper, observations and future research directions are discussed. Conclusions : This paper provides a comprehensive review of third-party reverse logistics selection papers.

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  • Samin Yaser Anon & Saman Hassanzadeh Amin & Fazle Baki, 2024. "Third-Party Reverse Logistics Selection: A Literature Review," Logistics, MDPI, vol. 8(2), pages 1-14, April.
    • Handle: RePEc:gam:jlogis:v:8:y:2024:i:2:p:35-:d:1369291
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    1. Aguezzoul, Aicha, 2014. "Third-party logistics selection problem: A literature review on criteria and methods," Omega, Elsevier, vol. 49(C), pages 69-78.
    2. Ahmed Dabees & Mahmoud Barakat & Sahar Sobhy Elbarky & Andrej Lisec, 2023. "A Framework for Adopting a Sustainable Reverse Logistics Service Quality for Reverse Logistics Service Providers: A Systematic Literature Review," Sustainability, MDPI, vol. 15(3), pages 1-16, January.
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