Return Merchandise Authorization case end-to-end workflow

  • Release version: Zurich
  • Updated October 29, 2025
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  • The Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) end-to-end process is structured into a four-stage playbook that provides structured guidance and oversight throughout each phase. The RMA case workflow initiates when a customer logs an issue for their products.

    The following are the different phase involved in RMA case end-to-end workflow.

    Initiate case

    • Agent action: Navigate to the RMA Case list and select New to open the RMA Case form.
    • System action:
      • The playbook record generator renders the RMA Case form.
      • And once the RMA Case form is rendered, Agent fills the customer details and Request Source fields, and select Save.
      • The system creates the RMA Case in the Draft State.
    • Agent action: Add defective install base items as RMA Case Lines.
    • System action: Create RMA Case Lines for each selected item.
    • Agent action: Update each line with request reason code and customer-expected resolution, then submit.

    Review case

    Agent action:
    • Assign the case to an agent, moving it to Work In Progress (WIP).
    • Perform warranty and entitlement checks for each case line.
    • Update proposed resolution sales return cases.

    Resolve case

    Agent action:
    • Create tasks for support teams if needed.
    • Place case lines in the Awaiting Info state if more information is required.
    • Communicate with the customer as needed.
    • Update resolution codes and state for all case lines once resolved.

    Close case

    Agent action:
    • Put the RMA case in Resolved state and formally close the case after all lines are resolved.
    • Send a final communication to the customer confirming the closure.