Essays about: "bridging social gaps"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 16 essays containing the words bridging social gaps.

  1. 1. Accelerating Regions: How Accelerators Adapt to Institutional, Social, and Spatial Contexts

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionen

    Author : Niaz Patwary; Melissa Mae Cruz; [2023]
    Keywords : accelerators; regional context; Dhaka; Bangladesh; Skåne; Sweden; social; spatial; institutional; constraints; emerging ecosystems; emerging regions; Business and Economics;

    Abstract : Given the calls to examine accelerators across different regions and contexts, we ask the research question: How do accelerators adapt to institutional, social, and spatial constraints of emerging and established ecosystems? With this research question, we conduct qualitative research to understand how two different accelerators, one located in Skåne, Sweden and another located in Dhaka, Bangladesh, are affected and shaped by their contexts. These cases were deliberately selected to contrast the regional constraints stemming from established and emerging regions (Eisenhardt and Gaebner, 2007). READ MORE

  2. 2. The Fashion Consumer's Conundrum : Bridging the gap between expectations and experiences in E-commerce and physical shopping in connection with sustainability

    University essay from Mälardalens universitet/Akademin för ekonomi, samhälle och teknik

    Author : Ella Lindell; Rebecka Nilsson; [2023]
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    Abstract : Date: 2023-05-30 Level: Bachelor/Master thesis in Business Administration, 15 cr Institution: School of Business, Society and Engineering, Mälardalen University Authors: Ella Lindell, Rebecka Nilsson Title: The fashion Consumer’s Condrum: Bridging the gap between expectations and experiences in E-commerce and physical shopping in connection with sustainability Supervisor: Edward Gillmore Keywords: Consumer behavior, E-commerce, Physical store, CSR, Sustainability, Sufficientconsumption Research question: How do the organization’s activities in the fashion industry influence consumptionwithin E-commerce and physical shopping from a sustainability perspective? Purpose:This thesis aims to investigate the gaps in consumer experiences and expectations betweenphysical shopping and E-commerce, specifically in the context of sustainable consumption. The research seeks to understand how consumers perceive and evaluate their experiences in both settings, includingtheir expectations of retailers and whether they meet sustainability requirements. READ MORE

  3. 3. Towards a Competency Framework for Bridging Skill Gaps in the European Li-ion Battery Industry : A case study on a leading European battery player

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

    Author : Nadja Zahiraldinni; [2022]
    Keywords : occupational competence; skill gaps; competence framework; HRD; battery industry; yrkeskompetens; kompetensgap; kompetensramverk; HRD; batteri-industri;

    Abstract : While human capital is repeatedly recognized as the most critical source of organizational capabilities, transformational changes to business environments are causing challenges related to human resource development. Against the backdrop of this, the emerging European Lithium-ion battery industry is facing headwinds in supplying critical engineering talent with the right skill set to enable the significant predicted growth of the industry. READ MORE

  4. 4. Green infrastructure planning for social equity : Utilizing resilience to facilitate implementation in the City of Vancouver, Canada

    University essay from Stockholms universitet/Institutionen för naturgeografi

    Author : Nicole Jang; [2021]
    Keywords : Green infrastructure; equity; resilience; urban planning; knowledge co-production; Vancouver;

    Abstract : Green infrastructure (GI) is increasingly being adopted in urban planning as its multifunctionality presents opportunities to address several environmental issues faced by cities. However, significant barriers remain to the widespread implementation of GI. READ MORE

  5. 5. Canvas of dissent : a study of visuals and its significance in group formations and communications during the 2019 Hong Kong Anti-ELAB movement

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Medie- och kommunikationsvetenskap; Lunds universitet/Institutionen för kommunikation och medier

    Author : Wing Lam Cheryl Fung; [2020]
    Keywords : Visual culture; Social Movements; Group Formations; Hong Kong; Anti-Extradition Bill Movement; Social Sciences;

    Abstract : Beginning from June 2019, the streets of Hong Kong have been turned into a theatre of protests. Together with their banners and umbrellas, protesters took to the street to protest against the proposed extradition bill that allows the government to send suspected criminals to mainland China. READ MORE