Essays about: "Logistics Firms"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 88 essays containing the words Logistics Firms.

  1. 1. Product-Service Systems for Small and Medium-Sized Manufacturers: The Role of External Partnerships

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för geovetenskaper

    Author : Pedro Scherma de Carvalho; [2023]
    Keywords : Product-Service System; Collaboration; Partnership; Barriers; Small and Medium-Sized Manufacturers;

    Abstract : The current patterns of consumption are threatening the availability of natural resources. These natural resources, such as raw materials and biomass, are critical for different economic activities. ProductService System (PSS) has received attention as a solution to drive resource efficiency by extending the life cycle of products. READ MORE

  3. 2. Developing Guidelines for Proactive Supply Chain Risk Management - A Case Study at IKEA Category Food Logistic Services

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Teknisk logistik

    Author : Isabella Dahlheim; Anna Myhrman; [2023]
    Keywords : Supply Chain Risk Management SCRM ; Proactive SCRM; Risk Management Maturity; Risk Culture; Learnings Lessons Learned ; Multiple Case Study; Design Science Research Approach; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : The number of supply chain disruptions has increased over the last couple of years. The Covid-19 Pandemic, blockage of the Suez Canal and Russian invasion of Ukraine are some well-known examples of disruptions. READ MORE

  4. 3. Guidelines to align digital strategy with business strategy in a manufacturing SME

    University essay from Högskolan i Skövde/Institutionen för ingenjörsvetenskap

    Author : Marin Elizabeth Thomas; [2023]
    Keywords : Business strategy; digital strategy; manufacturing SMEs; strategy alignment;

    Abstract : The purpose of this thesis is to provide guidelines on how to align the business strategy and digital strategy in small and medium manufacturing enterprises. The research design includes a systematic-narrative literature review in which the data was collected through systematic and narrative examination followed by a qualitative analysis to identify themes and patterns. READ MORE

  5. 4. Circular Construction : A Study of Reuse Practices in the Construction Industry from a Consultant´s Perspective

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för arkitektur och samhällsbyggnad (ABE)

    Author : Johan Åberg; Jacob Foconi; [2023]
    Keywords : Reuse; Circular Economy; Construction Industry; Resource Use; Embodied Environmental Impact; Återbruk; Cirkulär Ekonomi; Byggbranschen; Resursanvändning; Inbäddad Miljöpåverkan;

    Abstract : In light of the need to reduce resource usage and mitigate the climate impact of the Swedish construction industry, the adoption of reusing secondary materials has gained significant attention as an alternative construction process. This approach not only addresses environmental concerns, but also aims to transition from the prevailing "make-take-waste" system of resource management. READ MORE

  6. 5. The Significance of Digital Transformation in the Supply Chain Management for Facilitating International Businesses : Cases from Emerging Markets

    University essay from Linnéuniversitetet/Institutionen för marknadsföring och turismvetenskap (MTS)

    Author : A K M Ezazul Haque; Khushbu Waqar; Payam Koohi Habibi Dehkordi; [2023]
    Keywords : Digital Transformation; Digital Technologies; Supply Chain; Supply Chain Management; Emerging Markets; International Business; Global Expansion; Business Process ReEngineering; Internet of Things; Cloud Computing; B2B Online Platforms; Dynamic Capabilities; Opportunities; Challenges; Competitive Advantage;

    Abstract : Technological advancements have altered all aspects of human life, undeniably impacting all domains of commercial entities. Current digital technologies have the most pre-eminent influence on the supply chain management of corporations, irrespective of their diverse industry and operations. READ MORE