reverse shipments

[rɪˈvɜːrs ˈʃɪpmənts]
nounpl: reverse shipments
remessas reversas
1. The return or movement of goods from a customer or destination back to the supplier, manufacturer, or warehouse, typically for reasons such as defects, returns, or excess inventory
The company implemented a reverse shipment process to handle product returns more efficiently.
A empresa implementou um processo de remessa reversa para lidar com devoluções de produtos de forma mais eficiente.
2. In supply chain management, the logistics operation that moves products backward through the supply chain
Reverse shipments are crucial for managing warranty claims and customer dissatisfaction.
As remessas reversas são cruciais para gerenciar reclamações de garantia e insatisfação do cliente.
In Brazil, reverse shipments have become increasingly important with the growth of e-commerce and consumer protection regulations. Companies like B2Brazil and major retailers have invested heavily in reverse logistics infrastructure. In the USA, reverse shipments are a standard operational cost, particularly in industries with high return rates like fashion and electronics, reflecting consumer expectations for hassle-free returns.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
return shipmentsproduct returnsreverse logisticsinbound returnsmerchandise returns
Antonyms / Antônimos
forward shipmentsoutbound shipmentsdirect shipments

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
remessas reversas
Most common term used in Brazilian logistics and e-commerce sectors
São Paulo
devoluções de mercadoria
Alternative term emphasizing the return aspect; common in commercial hubs
Portugal
envios reversos
European Portuguese variant, sometimes used interchangeably with remessas reversas

Related Words

logisticssupply chain managementinventory managementreturns processingreverse logistics networkproduct recall

Related Idioms & Phrases

reverse the flow of goods
handle the reverse pipeline
manage backward logistics
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