Study goals
The present study aims to analyze the remanufacturing process. Consider its economic, social and environmental advantages. Its main obstacles faced by companies that carry out remanufacturing.
Relevance / originality
Today's society is looking for ways to reduce the impact generated by the production and consumption of goods. Remanufacturing is a way to generate a reduction in environmental impact, adding value to the good and reducing production costs.
Methodology / approach
The article was prepared through a literature review of the main concepts on the topic, its advantages and theoretical barriers. Case studies were also analyzed in order to analyze the application of the theory, its real advantages and what are the main barriers faced by companies that carry out such an operation.
Main results
After the analysis of the theory and its applications, it was possible to observe that there is no great difference between the theory. It is worth mentioning that the operation reduces the environmental impact generated and generates other benefits in the scope of innovation, it was also possible to notice a difficulty on the part of the companies regarding the uncertainty in the quantity and quality of the goods received so that it is possible to carry out the operation. Another important limiting factor is the market's lack of recognition of accepting remanufactured goods.
Theoretical / methodological contributions
The article brings an applied analysis of the theory, showing the relationship between both. Serving as a basis for future studies on the same theme. Companies from different sectors were analyzed, enabling a greater variety of case studies.
Social / management contributions
A better understanding of remanufacturing and its main barrels will help future studies on the subject. Facilitating its application and possible improvements in the processes, solving several barriers resulting from the remanufacturing operation. The understanding of the barriers provided by this article, may serve as an aid to managers. Using the article as a basis for a better understanding of the process so that they can carry out the process in an optimal way.