visszaszáll

Visszaszáll is a Hungarian term used mainly in logistics and supply chain management to describe the act of transporting goods back to their origin or to a designated location, as part of reverse logistics. The concept covers movements from a customer or retail location back to a supplier, distribution center, or disposal/refurbishment facility.

Etymology and related forms: the word is formed from vissza (back) and száll (to carry). The related noun visszaszállítás refers to the return shipment itself or to the process of returning goods. In practice, the broader concept is often described in Hungarian as fordított logisztika (reverse logistics).

Usage and contexts: visszaszállítás occurs in various scenarios, such as customer product returns, recalls, warranty-related returns, refurbishment programs, or disposal of end-of-life goods. It is typically governed by contracts, service level agreements, and regulatory requirements that specify responsibilities, timelines, and handling of returned items.

Operational considerations: the management of visszaszállítás involves coordination among retailers, carriers, warehouses, and manufacturers. Key considerations include documentation (returns authorizations, packing lists), transport conditions, compliance with environmental or safety regulations, and integration with inventory systems to reintegrate or properly dispose of returned items.

Related concepts: the term is closely linked to reverse logistics, returns management, and recall or warranty processes. In Hungarian industry literature, fordított logisztika is often used as the broader name for the field.