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To formulate an integrated optimization framework coordinating used-product acquisition, quality grading, and disposition decisions under both deterministic and stochastic demand.

August 30, 2019International Journal of Production ResearchOpen Access

Integrated decision-making in reverse logistics: an optimisation of interacting acquisition, grading and disposition processes

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GLGernot LechnerUniversity of Graz MRMarc ReimannUniversity of Graz

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Modeling study demonstrates optimal acquisition and disposition strategies in reverse logistics systems, highlighting practical pathways for circular economy operations.

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To formulate an integrated optimization framework coordinating used-product acquisition, quality grading, and disposition decisions under both deterministic and stochastic demand.
Developed a non-linear optimization model coupling acquisition effort, condition-based grading, and reprocessing disposition.
Derived analytical decision policies across operational scenarios and performed sensitivity analyses using case study parameters from an independent reprocessing firm.
Provided complete analytical decision strategies identifying optimal acquisition effort and remanufacturing batch sizes across variable demand settings.
Showed that heterogeneous incoming product quality directly determines cost-effective acquisition intensity and target reprocessed inventory volumes.

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Lechner et al. (2019) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a7464d684fffe492cdbd132 https://doi.org/10.1080/00207543.2019.1659518

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Modeling study demonstrates optimal acquisition and disposition strategies in reverse logistics systems, highlighting practical pathways for circular economy operations.

Integrated decision-making in reverse logistics: an optimisation of interacting acquisition, grading and disposition processes

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Integrated decision-making in reverse logistics: an optimisation of interacting acquisition, grading and disposition processes

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