A importância da logística reversa de eletrônicos em Manaus

Abstract

The city of Manaus is a powerful industrial and economic center in the North region and faces significant environmental challenges. In this context, this research analyzes the importance of electronics reverse logistics as a strategy for sustainable development. The main objective of this research was to describe the importance of electronics reverse logistics in Manaus, aiming to reduce environmental impact, promote sustainability and strengthen the circular economy in the region. The methodology used was defined as bibliographic, exploratory, applied, qualitative and there was also the application of a questionnaire with semi-structured questions on Google Forms that reached six respondents. The main result was identified that the majority of companies that participated in the interview have a structure that varies between small and medium size, not all of them have a reverse logistics program for electronic waste in their companies. These companies that have this program were able to answer what the objective of reverse logistics is, as well as the main benefits, how much it impacted, what challenges, expectations regarding logistics in the coming years, suggestions for improvements and those who do not have the program were able to inform whether they consider investing and how geographic location affects reverse logistics. It is concluded that electronics reverse logistics in Manaus emerges as a crucial component for the sustainable development of the city, considering the economic relevance of the Free Trade Zone and its role in the Brazilian industrial scenario.