Search for essays about: "master thesis in sustainable development"

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  2. 1. Enhanced knowledge utilization for increased project efficiency : A study of knowledge management in a project environment at Siemens Industrial Turbomachinery

    University essay from Linköpings universitet/Ekonomiska informationssystem; Linköpings universitet/Ekonomiska informationssystem

    Author : Magnus Alder; Jimmy Peterson; [2010]
    Keywords : Knowledge management; Project management; Knowledge; Kunskap; Kunskapshantering;

    Abstract : In the prevailing uncertain and ever-changing business environment knowledge has become the single certain source for sustainable competitive advantage. Learning from past mistakes and avoiding reinventing the wheel are crucial tasks and no organization can today afford not to look for ways to make the best use of its knowledge. READ MORE

  4. 2. Landskapskaraktärsanalys som verktyg för hållbar byutveckling - exemplet Flädie

    University essay from SLU/Landscape Architecture

    Author : Daniel Mathiasson; [2010]
    Keywords : Flädie; bykänsla; landskapskaraktärsanalys; Landscape Character Assessment; Thomas Thiis-Evensen; ortsanalys; delområde; klassificering; bykaraktär; riktlinjer; utbyggnadsförslag;

    Abstract : There are numerous questions to be asked when your task is to plan a small community’s future development. Is it possible to suggest something new and modern? What considerations should be taken concerning the existing situation? What is an appropriate size for the new development? Where is it possible to build and what is the most appropriate method to use? In this master´s thesis I have tried to develop and describe a working-process where I execute a complete landscape character analysis for the whole community in question to get the answers to where and how it would be most appropriate to develop a village like Flädie without destroying its current character. READ MORE

  5. 3. Exploring the Benefits of Implementing CSR Practices: from a Supplier Perspective -A case study of IKEA and its Vietnamese Suppliers

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

    Author : Yifan Zhang; Carl Johan Hed; [2009-08-24]
    Keywords : Corporate social responsibility; supply chain; policy implementation; supplier benefits; social and environmental conditions; Vietnam;

    Abstract : Master of Science in International Business and Trade.... READ MORE

  6. 4. GIS model for the Land Use and Development Master Plan in Rwanda

    University essay from Högskolan i Gävle/Ämnesavdelningen för samhällsbyggnad

    Author : Willem Tims; [2009]
    Keywords : GIS; Multicriteria Decision Analysis; AHP; Stakeholders; Decision-support system; Land-use suitability; Rwanda;

    Abstract : This thesis was aimed at the development of a Geographical Information System (GIS) based model to support the Rwanda Land Use and Development Master Plan. Developing sustainable land management is the main task of this master plan. Stakeholder’s involvement was of key importance. READ MORE

  7. 5. Environmental Performance : Content and Context

    University essay from Högskolan i Kalmar/Handelshögskolan BBS; Högskolan i Kalmar/Handelshögskolan BBS

    Author : Gitte Dreyer Jakobsen; Andreas Persson; [2009]
    Keywords : Environmental Performance; Environmental Strategy; Eco-Sustainability;

    Abstract : We started out with a focus on how companies act when considering the environment in business, but the research took us further than that and led us to the root of our research focus. We are discussing aspects pertaining to the relation of society – and business life, and how human beings perceive the connection to nature. READ MORE