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Extending is a sub-strategy of the Circular Economics Supply Chain Configuration Strategy where the lifespan of the product at the user is extended.
Use Cases
- Software updates to consumer electronics (smart phones, automotive software updates)
- Modular design (Design for Repair)
- Fairphone (modularity)
- Historic: Shoe sole replacement
Extending is a subclass of Circular Economics.
Hierarchy
| ID | Name | Level | x | | CE | Circular Economics | 2 | CE |
| CE1 | Extending | 3 | CE1 |
Process(es)
| ID | Name | Level | x | | D4 | Deliver Returns | 2 | D4 |
Term(s)
| ID | Name | Clear | x | | MRO | Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul | | MRO |
Extending Loop Circular Economics 51 3 Circular, Economics, Extending, Lifespan, Logistics, Supply Chain The sub-strategy to extend the lifespan of the product at the user