Frequently Asked Questions
Cross Boarder Returns
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Can you automate cross-border returns?
Yes — either through local return hubs that keep returns within the country, or bulk returns that avoid cost-heavy one-by-one handling.
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Do you support VOEC for returns to Norway?
Yes — VOEC logic for Norway is built into Inretrn.
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Can you automate proforma handling for international returns?
Yes — Inretrn can automate customs data, proforma documents and other required export information.
Customer Service 6
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Can customer service manage repair flows?
Yes — customer service can initiate and manage repair cases including routing and logistics.
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Does customer service have full search access to orders and cases?
Yes — your team can search and view all connected orders, returns and tickets in one interface.
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Can we offer compensation or discounts for support cases?
Yes — Inretrn supports compensation and discount scenarios based on your rules and order data.
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How are claims handled internally?
Claims are handled as structured cases where your team can review, assess and close them based on your rules.
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Can customer service adjust refunds, shipping options or destinations?
Yes — customer service can edit refund values, charges, carriers and destinations directly in the system.
General
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How long does an implementation project take?
A project can start quickly and be rolled out in clear phases. Timing depends on your systems and markets, but you get value early through a step-by-step rollout.
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Which systems do you have ready-made integrations with?
The platform is open by design — we can integrate with any ERP, WMS, OMS or Commerce system, either via existing connectors or through a complementary integration. And with all major global carriers.
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Can the platform handle second-hand and recommerce flows?
Yes — Inretrn can automate flows toward outlet, second-hand, re-circle and recommerce based on your rules.
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Can Inretrn handle both B2C and B2B returns?
Yes — the platform supports both B2C and B2B return flows with rules adapted to each model.
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How quickly can we get started with Inretrn?
You can be up and running from around two weeks depending on your integrations and scope. The platform is modular, so you can launch fast and scale step by step.
Insights
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Can we export all data to our own BI system?
Yes — all data can be integrated into your BI tools or data lake for deeper analysis.
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How can we see how profitable our products and customers are?
Inretrn calculates profitability based on sales price, cost price, refund rules, handling costs and logistics.
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How can we track patterns and performance in our return flow?
You get overviews, top lists and analytics tools that show which products or customers drive returns.
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What insights do we get from Inretrn?
Inretrn gathers all returns and claims data and presents KPIs, trends and analysis in ready-made dashboards and via APIs.
Instore Returns
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Can we manage returns digitally in-store?
Yes — Inretrn provides a digital in-store returns flow with full traceability, control and consistent processes.
Product Routing
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Can the system automatically choose the best return shipping option?
Yes — Inretrn can automatically suggest or select the right service based on your rules and the customer’s situation.
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Can we optimize return freight with Inretrn?
Yes — Inretrn can automatically select a cheaper freight service based on weight and dimensions, reducing costs without affecting customer experience.
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Can we control where a returned product should be sent — like warehouse, outlet, second-hand or recycling?
Yes — Inretrn lets you automatically route returns to any destination such as warehouse, store, outlet, second hand or re-circle.
Return Experience 13
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Can we offer early refunds to customers?
Yes — you can trigger early refunds either when the return is registered or when the parcel is handed over to the carrier, depending on your integration setup.
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Does the platform support repair flows?
Yes — Inretrn supports repair flows where customer service can decide to repair, route items to repair partners and manage the return shipment back to the customer.
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Can we handle exceptions in claims, like manual vouchers or manual exchanges?
Yes — you can manage exceptions and manual decisions in the claims flow based on your process.
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Can we offer vouchers instead of refunds?
Yes — Inretrn can generate vouchers connected to your existing voucher or discount system.
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Can we offer exchanges instead of refunds?
Yes — with Inretrn you can offer exchanges directly in the returns flow, based on stock availability and your rules.
Supplier Claims
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Do we get a complete supplier claims report?
Yes — you get a full claims report with all details, comments and images.
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Can we connect claims to suppliers?
Yes — Inretrn supports supplier claim processes for multibrand retailers.
Warehouse Returns 6
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Can we set rules for how customers are charged for worn or used items?
Yes — you set the rules for condition-based charges, and Inretrn applies them automatically.
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Can customers get a notification when the parcel is on its way in?
Yes — Inretrn can trigger notifications based on the carrier’s tracking status before the warehouse processes the parcel.
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Will the customer be notified when their return is received at the warehouse?
Yes — customers automatically receive a “return received” notification once the warehouse registers the item.
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Can customer service and warehouse collaborate when something deviates?
Yes — deviations in the warehouse can automatically create customer service tickets for quick resolution.
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Can we automate handling of uncollected parcels?
Yes — uncollected parcels can be handled automatically within the same returns flow.