Essays about: "Closed-Loop Supply Chain"

Showing result 21 - 25 of 33 essays containing the words Closed-Loop Supply Chain.

  1. 21. Transition to a circular economy : the intersection of business and user enablement

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Forest Economics

    Author : Miriam Eimannsberger; [2019]
    Keywords : barriers; closed loop system; consumer; EU waste directive; sustainable design; sustainable business models; waste management; barriärer; EU-avfallsdirektiv; företagsmodell; hållbar utveckling; resursförvaltning; slutna system; återvinning;

    Abstract : In light of increased environmental destruction, resource scarcity and increased waste production the concept of circular economy has gained attention. The aim of this work is to give an insight into the perspectives of businesses and consumers in a circular economy (CE). READ MORE

  3. 22. Creating a closed-loop supply chain model and evaluating it through a business case for sustainability.

    University essay from Linnéuniversitetet/Institutionen för ekonomistyrning och logistik (ELO)

    Author : Lola Girot; Claudia Kopf; [2018]
    Keywords : Closed-loop Supply Chain – Reverse Logistics – Online subscription boxes – Sustainability – Reusable packaging – Waste reduction – Business Case for Sustainability;

    Abstract : Purpose The purpose of this thesis is to set up a closed-loop supply chain model for B2C online subscription box retailers and to develop a business case evaluating the model’s sustainability. Method This explorative thesis has an abductive research approach. READ MORE

  4. 23. Understanding logistics capabilities in a transition towards supply chain agility in charity retailing : A Minor Field Study on a recovery program forpost-consumer goods in Argentina

    University essay from KTH/Industriell ekonomi och organisation (Inst.)

    Author : Carolina Myrin; [2018]
    Keywords : Charity shop; Charity shop logistics; Supply Chain Agility;

    Abstract : Problem: The interest for sustainable business models is continuously increasing. In recent years closed-loop supply chain management and reverse logistics have gained ground in literature and in practice. One way of giving a product a new life is through charity shops. READ MORE

  5. 24. Barriers and opportunities for implementation of a return system for industrial packaging : A case study at Valmet AB

    University essay from Karlstads universitet/Fakulteten för hälsa, natur- och teknikvetenskap (from 2013)

    Author : Lucas Lundin; Simon Karlsson; [2018]
    Keywords : Reverse Logistics; Return System; Circular Economy; Barriers; Opportunities; Sustainability; Life-Cycle Assessment; Omvänd Logistik; Retursystem; Cirkulär Ekonomi; Barriärer; Möjligheter; Hållbarhet; Livscykelanalys;

    Abstract : Sustainability has become a more and more important aspect within companies worldwide. Environmental aspects within companies are often connected to higher profits and increased corporate image. One field of importance, to create a more effective supply chain within companies, regards to the logistic process. READ MORE

  6. 25. Packaging Operations in the Automotive Industry - Revealing Operational Gaps Related to Network Inefficiency, using Volvo Cars Packaging Operations as an Example

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

    Author : Marjan Kouchek; Alexandra Stojanoska; [2017-06-29]
    Keywords : Automotive Industry; Packaging; Packaging Operations; Loop-Time; Inventory Management; Network Balancing; Supplier Relationship; Volvo Cars; Closed-Loop Supply Chain;

    Abstract : The automotive industry has evolved into an industry of complex supply chains and networks, requiring many activities to be aligned and well-managed in order to avoid abnormalities in both the material flow and information flow. The car assembly requires many different components and material, which also in turn require different types of packaging when being transported to the production plants. READ MORE