Use case

Returns Processing Control

Capture dispositions, recoup inventory, and trigger refunds without silos.

Standardize returns with workflows, metrics, and coaching prompts your team can trust.

When to use returns processing control

Use returns processing when you receive customer returns and need to inspect, grade, and route items to appropriate inventory or disposal.

Returns Processing Control interface
Returns Processing Control interface

How to implement

Follow these steps to configure returns processing control in your warehouse.

  1. 1

    Create or scan RMA to open return receipt

  2. 2

    Inspect each item and assign condition code

  3. 3

    Route sellable items to inventory, damaged to hold

  4. 4

    Process refund or exchange based on inspection

Expected results

<24 hrs

Return processing time

80%

Items returned to sellable inventory

100%

Return reason tracking

Best practices

Lessons learned from successful implementations.

Do

  • Create RMAs before shipments arrive
  • Photograph damaged items for dispute resolution
  • Track return reasons to identify product issues

Don't

  • Skip inspection to speed up refunds
  • Mix returned and new inventory without grading
  • Discard items without documenting reason

Frequently asked questions

How do we handle exchanges?

Process the return, then create a new order for the exchange item. Links both transactions for reporting.

Can we track return reasons?

Yes. Capture reason codes during inspection. Reports show trends by product, customer, and carrier.

What about restocking fees?

Configure fee rules by condition or reason. System calculates and applies fees automatically.

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