Abstract: An exemplary embodiment of the invention relates to a method, system, and storage medium for integrating returned products into a forward supply chain manufacturing process. The method comprises forecasting returns for at least one product by quantity for a given time period. The product includes a product identifier. Based upon the forecasting returns, determining raw component supply for at least one constituent component of the at least one product utilizing a Bill of Material for the product and the product identifier. The method also includes analyzing raw component supply data in conjunction with supply suitability analysis data. The raw component supply comprises a component identifier, a potential quantity, and a time period operable for identifying when a component is anticipated to be available for return. Other embodiments of the invention include a system, and a storage medium.