Essays about: "Digital Supply Chain"

Showing result 11 - 15 of 117 essays containing the words Digital Supply Chain.

  1. 11. Smart Locks – A case study for comparing Digital and Mechanical Locks from a Sustainable Perspective

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Teknisk logistik

    Author : Rebecca Grenthe; Madeleine Andersson; [2023]
    Keywords : Sustainable supply chain; Life cycle assessment; Sustainability; Digitalization; Smart City Development; Environmental impact of digitalization; Sustainability reporting; Avoided emissions; Manufacturing process keys; digital locks; digital locks in a smart city.; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : As carbon dioxide emissions increase along with the global average temperature, sustainable development is becoming more and more important in all sectors, and it is essential to act toward the reduction of emissions to counteract these dire consequences. Companies are expected to operate sustainably and responsibly with a minimized negative environmental impact alongside accelerating their digitalization journey to stay competitive in a rapidly changing environment. READ MORE

  3. 12. Enabling a Circular Economy with Digital Product Passports: Information Requirements and Data Collection Practices

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för industriell teknik och management (ITM)

    Author : Lovisa Westerlund; [2023]
    Keywords : Digital Product Passports; Circular Economy; Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation; European Commission; Information Requirements; Data Collection; Digitala Produktpass; Cirkulär Ekonomi; Förordning om Ekodesign för Hållbara Produkter; Europeiska Kommissionen; Informationskrav; Datainsamling;

    Abstract : Circular and digital transformations are key focal points in the European Commission's regulations and directives, as evidenced by the proposed Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation. This regulation aims to reduce the environmental impact of products throughout their life cycles. READ MORE

  4. 13. Harboring the Future: Examining the Digitalization Challenges and Opportunities for Small and Medium-Sized Ports in Sweden

    University essay from Jönköping University/Internationella Handelshögskolan

    Author : Thomas Rabot; Shuhan Wang; Niklas Henesey; [2023]
    Keywords : Industry 4.0; Ports digitalization; Stakeholder theory; Port logistics;

    Abstract : Background: In the context of the latest fourth Industrial Revolution, more and more people have a growing awareness of the concept of Industry 4.0. It has a wide range of applications in various fields and is also particularly important in port logistics. READ MORE

  5. 14. Sustainability and circularity metrics for EV batteries: Enabling circular economy strategy decision making and value communication

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Internationella miljöinstitutet

    Author : Gunjan Kolhe; [2023]
    Keywords : Sustainability metrics; Circularity metrics; LIB CE strategies; Second life battery energy storage system; Product service system; Earth and Environmental Sciences;

    Abstract : The increasing focus on lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) in the context of electrification of transport sector has raised concerns about their high costs, resource and energy demands, environmental impact, and social supply chain risks. To address these challenges and maximize the value of LIBs throughout their lifecycle, circular economy (CE) strategies, such as reusing and repurposing, are being explored. READ MORE

  6. 15. Achieving Sustainability in Complex Multi-Tier Supply Chains: The Role of Supply Chain Visibility and Transparency in Responsible Sourcing of Critical Minerals

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Internationella miljöinstitutet

    Author : Ekaterina Pikuleva; [2023]
    Keywords : critical minerals; supply chain transparency; supply chain visibility; sustainable supply chain management; traceability; Social Sciences;

    Abstract : There is growing pressure from stakeholders on global corporations to ensure the sustainability of their products throughout the supply chain. At the same time, due to the high complexity and dynamism of supply chains, companies often do not know what actors operate in their supply chains beyond direct suppliers. READ MORE