Many returns take 30 to 45 days to make it back into inventory, even when they're in perfect condition, the CEO of a returns-management software company said. Speeding that up is a goal of industry leaders.

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Americans will return more than $816 billion worth of merchandise in 2022, according to the NRF. Apparel is a large source of e-commerce returns. Shaving valuable time off clothing-returns processing is important to consumers and retailers.

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