1、2400 英文单词， 13500 英文字符 ，中文 3900 字 文献出处： Kaynak R , İpek Koolu, Ali Ekber Akgn. The Role of Reverse Logistics in the Concept of Logistics CentersJ. Procedia - Social and Behavioral Sciences, 2014, 109(2):438-442. The Role of Reverse Logistics in the Concept of Logistics Centers Ramazan Kaynak, İpek Ko
2、olu, Ali Ekber Akgn Abstract Purpose- The purpose of this research is to identify the barriers faced in the adoption of reverse logistics (RL) and the respective overcoming schemas provided by the logistics centers (LCs). However the lack of awareness on the benefits of the RL both from economic and
3、 environment angles is a major factor creating the resistance to complement the logistics activities with RL. Methodology- This study follows a literature research approach in investigating the intersecting and mutually constitutive aspects of LCs and RL and offers a theoretical systematic infrastru
4、cture for the firms to be encouraged in engaging with RL through the establishment of LCs. Findings- The consolidation of RL functions under the organized structure of LC would provide a wide range of opportunities and benefits for the organizations. The five major aspects endowed by the constructio
5、n of a logistics village and the inclusion of RL activities in this central organizing, operational and administrative hub are; coordination and cooperation, centralization, consolidation, 3rd party RL collaboration and integration. Conclusion- Along with the opportunities, the barriers in front of
6、the establishment of a RL system and the contribution of LCs in overcoming these challenges are discussed. Keywords: Logistics centers, reverse logistics, coordination, cooperation; 1. Introduction Supply chains are undergoing radical transformations due to the mega-competition taking place on a global scale (Ravi and Shankar, 2005). Firms are finding that they must deal with a high level of uncertainty, which is not only technical in nature. It has been observed by companies that the
