Returns are a fact of business—but for many, they’ve quietly become one of the biggest profit drains in their operations. The true cost of returns isn't just the postage or restocking fees. It’s the warehouse space, the damaged inventory, the environmental toll, and perhaps most critically, the lost opportunity.
At Circular Innovations, we've seen countless businesses underestimate how much returns are costing them. That’s why we built our free Returns ROI Calculator: a simple, data-driven tool that helps organisations identify their hidden costs and reveal potential profit areas.
This tool is about putting power back into the hands of businesses. By entering basic return-related data—like return rates, average order value, and logistics costs—our calculator reveals just how much money could be saved or recouped with smarter return strategies. It’s not just a spreadsheet—it’s a strategic eye-opener.
We’ve long said: returns are killing your margins.
Now, you don’t have to take our word for it. You can see for yourself.
The ROI Calculator is part of a broader suite of tools available on our circularity platform. These tools are designed to help businesses make smarter decisions, not just in returns, but across their entire value chain—from resale to repair to rental.
If your returns are creeping above industry averages—or if you simply suspect there’s room for improvement—our platform is a no-brainer starting point. It’s free to join, easy to use, and designed with business results in mind. More than just an efficiency play, returns strategies are now core to sustainability goals. By reducing unnecessary transport and waste, you’re not only saving money—you’re shrinking your footprint and building brand trust.
Don’t let returns remain a silent killer. Uncover the profit potential hiding in your reverse logistics. Try the calculator today and take the first step toward a circular, more profitable future.
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France is taking a strong stance against ultra-fast fashion by proposing laws that penalize brands selling cheap, disposable clothing and banning ads for their lowest-cost items. This move tackles the environmental damage caused by ultra-fast fashion and promotes circularity, transparency, and quality in the industry. As other countries watch closely, regulation may become a key driver in accelerating the shift to sustainable, circular business models. At Circular Innovations, we offer tools to help brands adapt to this change and turn circular strategies into profitable growth.
