The implementation of reverse logistics for the development of e-waste distribution centre for small electronic devices users Jeanne Svensky Ligte
Sampoerna University, L Avenue Building, Jl. Raya Pasar Minggu No.Kav. 16, Pancoran, Kec. Pancoran, Kota Jakarta Selatan, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta 12780
Abstract
The development of small electronic devices manufacturer is currently expanding the business at the global level. Specifically, in Indonesia, in 2015, the accumulation of electronic waste, known as e-waste, from the household was about 285,000 tonnes, and it is estimated that it will be increased up to 622,000 tonnes in 2025. Following the law regulations, the manufacturer is obliged to promote e-waste recycling. Hence, a new distribution network is searched to enable this activity. This study aims to develop a comprehensive strategic plan to establish the collection centers for e-waste management by considering the strategies and operational levels regarding the collection process (reverse logistics) and consumer behavior. The optimization of modelling applied in this research to find the appropriate possible location for the collection centers. The result developed a simple mathematical formulation to seek further research to establish the collection centers, which brings to the conclusion that the amount of the electronic users as the customers and cost of distribution are the major factors that are impacting the decision for the locations selected.
Keywords: E-waste; Reverse logistics; Small electronic devices
