Inspection & QC
Inspection determines the condition of returned goods and the proper inventory and refund outcome.
Common inspection outcomes
- Restock to sellable inventory
- Route to damaged or quarantine stock
- Return to supplier
- Scrap or write off
Inspection checklist
- Confirm the item matches the RMA
- Check packaging and product condition
- Record missing parts or damage
- Save the final disposition clearly
Why quality notes matter
- Finance can support the refund decision
- Inventory stays in the correct state
- Repeat return reasons become easier to analyze