closed-loop logistics
[/ˈkloʊzd luːp ləˈdʒɪstɪks/]
nounpl: closed-loop logistics systems
logística de circuito fechado
1. A supply chain management system where products, materials, or packaging are returned to the manufacturer or distributor for reuse, recycling, or proper disposal, creating a circular flow rather than linear waste
The company implemented closed-loop logistics to reduce waste and improve sustainability by collecting used products from customers.
A empresa implementou logística de circuito fechado para reduzir resíduos e melhorar a sustentabilidade, coletando produtos usados dos clientes.
2. An operational model where reverse logistics and forward logistics are integrated to maximize resource efficiency and minimize environmental impact
Closed-loop logistics allows retailers to recover value from returned items through refurbishment or material recovery.
A logística de circuito fechado permite que varejistas recuperem valor de itens devolvidos através de recondicionamento ou recuperação de materiais.
Closed-loop logistics has gained significant importance in Brazil due to increasing environmental regulations and corporate sustainability commitments. Major retailers and manufacturers in São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro have adopted these systems to comply with environmental laws and meet consumer expectations for responsible business practices. In the USA, this concept is closely associated with the circular economy movement and corporate ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) initiatives.
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