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1. 1. MOVING FORWARD IN INDIA An Analysis of IKEA’s Indian Distribution Network Development

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

   Author : Gunnar Löfstedt; [2018-07-02]
   Keywords : ;

   Abstract : Warehouses and distribution centers form an integral part of the supply chain. However, determining how many are needed to effectively supply a market is a complex question. This is especially true when entering a new market. READ MORE

3. 2. Combination of Sustainable Supply Chain Management and Green Marketing: Customer Expectations in Furniture Retail

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

   Author : Katharina Arnold Veronika; [2016-07-04]
   Keywords : sustainable supply chain management; green supply chain management; green marketing; sustainability; retail; furniture;

   Abstract : Sustainable supply chain management contributes significantly to make a product more sustainable, like by the use of raw materials from more sustainable, decrease in carbon footprint due to lighter material weight or increased transport efficiency and new technologies, or recyclability. With the emergence of an increasing demand for sustainable performance in the corporate world, and thus more sustainability communication, surprisingly sustainable supply chain or logistics related information is rarely included into a green marketing strategy. READ MORE

4. 3. Towards Efficient Road Transport in Logistics Operations : A Case Study of IKEA China

   University essay from IHH, Företagsekonomi

   Author : Zhu Dong; Zhou Haoqi; [2010]
   Keywords : Efficient road transport; Logistics operations; Cost;

   Abstract : Purpose- The purpose of this research is to explore the role of road transport in logistics operations, and to investigate and analyze how IKEA China does operate on road transport in logistics operations. Design/methodology/approach- A single case study has been conducted at IKEA China, including semi-structured interviews and review of internal documents. READ MORE

5. 4. Consequences of the implementation of the Loading Ledge - A descriptive case study at IKEA

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Förpackningslogistik

   Author : André Jonsson; Björn Mathiasen; [2004]
   Keywords : Unit load; packaging logistics; logistics; supply chain; wooden pallet; material handling; new unit load concept; Technological sciences; Teknik; Technology and Engineering;

   Abstract : Title: Consequences of the implementation of the Loading Ledge Authors: André Jonsson and Björn Mathiasen. Supervisors: Daniel Hellström - Division of Packaging Logistics, LTH. Mazen Saghir - Division of Packaging Logistics, LTH. Rickard Andersson - IKEA. READ MORE