Glossary

What Is RTV (Return to Vendor)?

RTV, or Return to Vendor, refers to the process of sending unsold, damaged, defective, or excess inventory back to the supplier or manufacturer.

RTV is commonly used in retail and supply chain operations to recover value, reduce storage costs, and maintain inventory accuracy.

RTV helps brands and retailers manage inventory health and supplier accountability.

Effective RTV processes reduce operational waste.

Products are returned to vendors due to:

Clear RTV policies help streamline these returns.

RTV workflows often connect with:

How it fits together

Together, these systems ensure returns are tracked and reconciled properly.

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