Reverse Logistics: A view from the circular economy and the business environment

Abstract

Electronical waste has become an important issue given the global environmental impact that represents; this research aims to examinate the main effects of a diversity of factors bearing the implementation of reverse logistics in electronic companies located in Mexico. The analysis is carried out using a forgotten effects methodology. Thus, the research problem is approached from the perspective of the elements that are included in theory and academic research as factors that should be considered for a successful implementation. The results showed that not considering formalization has a significative effect in the reverse logistics implementation process. This article contributes to the understanding of the way that using expert valuations can represent a useful approach to identify the factors that affect the implementation of reverse logistics in electronic companies.