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  1. 1. Controlling or compensating? A qualitative study of how organizational actors' different perceptions affect the design and evaluation of training initiatives within a company

    University essay from Handelshögskolan i Stockholm/Institutionen för redovisning och finansiering

    Author : Moa Bernard; Nicholas Nikander; [2024]
    Keywords : Human capital; Personnel controls; MCS; Competence development; Cognitive frames;

    Abstract : Competent and talented employees are important for most companies. Despite their importance, there is a difference in research on whether employees are seen as assets or investors of human capital. READ MORE

  3. 2. Experiences and challenges of Collaboration between Civil Society Organizations and the United Nations

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Institutionen för socialt arbete

    Author : Mina Mirzakhani-Moghaddam; [2023-11-17]
    Keywords : Interorganizational collaboration; civil society organization; CSO; United Nations; UN; civil society participation; CSO and the UN collaboration;

    Abstract : Interorganizational collaboration is defined by Phillips, Lawrence and Hardy (2000) as “a co-operative relationship among organizations that relies on neither market nor hierarchical mechanisms of control” (pp. 24). READ MORE

  4. 3. Prototyping and Evaluation of a Lightweight Simulator Concept Combining Physical and Digital Assets

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Institutionen för data- och informationsteknik

    Author : Nicke Carlsson; Carl Månsson; [2023-09-27]
    Keywords : Virtual reality; extended reality; mixed reality; tactical training; simulation; combat; medical; treatment; tccc; unreal engine;

    Abstract : Serious injuries often occur in high-risk environments such as warfare, urban combat, and traffic accidents. The medical proficiency of soldiers and first responders in these situations is paramount. READ MORE

  5. 4. Planning for heat resilience - A comparative study between Greater Gothenburg´s and Skåne´s work on heat

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Institutionen för geovetenskaper

    Author : Rebecca Johansson; [2023-08-17]
    Keywords : climate adaptation; heat mitigation; heat stress; urban planning;

    Abstract : Due to climate change, it is expected that heat waves will be intensified and occur more frequently in Sweden; hence, heat-related risks are anticipated to increase, i.e., morbidity and mortality. Through heat mitigation strategies, risks associated with heat can be prevented. READ MORE

  6. 5. The road to an accurate cost estimation in engineer-to-order manufacturing - A case study of cost estimation accuracy within advanced technology development in a defence and security company

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

    Author : Lawin Anwar; Sandra Barría Colliander; [2023-07-03]
    Keywords : Engineer-to-order; new product development; cost management; cost engineering; cost estimation error; cost overruns; cost estimation accuracy; project management;

    Abstract : Estimating the costs of a project is a vital part of manufacturing organisations as estimations are what set the basis for the price of the products. Precise estimates allow for effective planning and resource allocation, ensuring that the necessary materials, equipment, and personnel are available to complete the project on time and within budget. READ MORE