Context: Reverse logistics involves the process of moving goods from their final destination for the purpose of capturing value or proper disposal.

Options Breakdown:

A. Offering a discount on new purchases when used products are returned: Encourages the return of used products for recycling or remanufacturing.

B. Reducing the amount of packaging material used in shipping: This is a sustainability effort, not specifically reverse logistics.

C. Manufacturing products in batches consistent with full-truckload shipments: Relates to production and shipping efficiency.

D. Batching returns of defective components to the suppliers: Part of reverse logistics but less common than offering incentives for returns.

Correct Answer Justification: Incentivizing customers to return used products is a common reverse logistics strategy aimed at reclaiming products for recycling or refurbishment.

References:

Reverse logistics and supply chain management publications

Case studies on effective reverse logistics strategies