Essays about: "digital sourcing"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 24 essays containing the words digital sourcing.

1. 1. Purchasing and digitalization in an era of turbulence

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Teknisk logistik

   Author : Vishal Natesan; Emil Sarajlic; [2023]
   Keywords : Supplying; digitisation; digitalization; Artificial Intelligence; Turbulence; Delivery performance; Duni Group; Technology and Engineering;

   Abstract : Abstract Title: Purchasing and digitalization in an era of turbulence Authors: Emil Sarajlic & Vishal Natesan Supervisor: Wilbert Baerwaldt, Director Sourcing and Value Chain at Duni AB Louise Bildsten, Department of Industrial Management & Logistics, Faculty of Engineering, Lund University Examiner: Jan Olhager, Department of Industrial Management & Logistics, Faculty of Engineering, Lund University Background: This research delves into the uncertainties and challenges encountered in global supply chain operations, exacerbated by unpredictable events such as the COVID-19 pandemic and the 2021 Suez Canal obstruction. These disruptions can lead to stock-outs, poor capacity utilization, and the need for expensive buffers. READ MORE

3. 2. Global Impact Investors’ Assessment of Early-Stage Social Ventures Through Digital Signals

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionen

   Author : Ayesha Khalid; Dian Anindya Pramudito; [2023]
   Keywords : Impact Investing; Impact Investor; Social Venture; Social Entrepreneurship; Investment Decision Making; Digital Signalling; Early Stage Venture; Business and Economics;

   Abstract : Over the past decades, social impact investment has become popular because of its potential to solve pertinent world problems by financing social enterprises. This study focuses on assessing the influence of digital signals towards impact investors’ decision-making process when evaluating early-stage social ventures using digital media, by conducting exploratory qualitative research (semi-structured interviews) with 14 global impact investors (equity) who are investing in social ventures from pre-seed to series A stage. READ MORE

4. 3. 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

5. 4. Entrepreneurship Challenges: Overpricing and Technological Roadblocks : An Analysis of Pakistan's Clothing Industry

   University essay from Högskolan i Halmstad

   Author : Jincy Kaleekal; Syed Shah Hassan; [2023]
   Keywords : Entrepreneurship; Challenges; Overpricing; Technological Roadblocks; Clothing Industries in Pakistan;

   Abstract : Background and Problem Pakistan's clothing industry plays an important role in the country's economy; more than 60% of total exports and job possibilities are provided by the clothing industry in Pakistan. Small and medium-sized industries (SMEs) have increased in recent years, contributing to the industry's overall development (SMEs) throughout the last decade. READ MORE

6. 5. The Dark Side of Mineral Sourcing : The Responsible Sourcing Practices of Industrial Manufacturing Firms

   University essay from Karlstads universitet/Handelshögskolan (from 2013)

   Author : Ajnur Mujanovic; Erik Österberg; [2022]
   Keywords : Responsible sourcing; supply chain due diligence; supply chain visibility; traceability; supply chain management; Digital Twin; Etiskt inköp; supply chain due diligence; supply chain visibility; spårbarhet; supply chain management; Digital Twin;

   Abstract : In order to succeed with the Sustainable Development Goals, the mining of minerals will need to not only continue, but increase in the coming years. The extraction of minerals such as gold and cobalt is often associated with human rights violations and the financing of criminal enterprises. READ MORE