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Extending

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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

IDNameLevelx
CECircular Economics2CE
CE1Extending3CE1

Process(es)

IDNameLevelx
D4Deliver Returns2D4

Term(s)

IDNameClearx
MROMaintenance, Repair and OverhaulMRO
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