Analysis and evaluation of waste management logistics and improvement proposals
Analysis and evaluation of waste management logistics and improvement proposals

Summary/Abstract: The growing volume and complexity of industrial waste streams present a significant challenge for enterprises, which must simultaneously comply with strict environmental regulations and maintain operational efficiency. Waste management logistics, a specialised branch of reverse logistics, plays a key role in organising processes related to the collection, segregation, storage, and transfer of waste for further processing or disposal. The research niche of this article lies in the limited operational assessment of how FMEA-based risk identification can support the integration of waste records, warehouse location management and digital tracking tools in industrial waste management logistics. The research problem addressed in this study concerns the insufficient integration and efficiency of waste management logistics systems in medium-sized manufacturing enterprises operating in the household chemicals industry. The research hypothesis assumes that improving waste logistics through the implementation of digital tools, standardisation, and process integration may significantly enhance the efficiency, transparency, and safety of waste management processes. The main objective of the article is to analyse and evaluate the functioning of the waste management logistics system in a selected enterprise and to develop practical improvement measures at the organisational, technological, and IT levels. The research employed the FMEA (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) method, process documentation analysis, and direct observation. The results of the study support the research hypothesis, showing that the integration of digital tools, automation, and employee training may contribute to reducing operational risk, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations, and improving overall process efficiency. The findings highlight the strategic importance of waste logistics as a key component of sustainable development and corporate environmental responsibility in modern industrial enterprises.

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