Essays about: "procurement, logistics and supply chain management"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 24 essays containing the words procurement, logistics and supply chain management.

  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

  2. 2. Adapting the New Procurement Strategies in the Face of Disruption:How organizational ambidexterity enhanced the SCRES during Covid-19?

    University essay from Jönköping University/IHH, Centre of Logistics and Supply Chain Management (CeLS)

    Author : Atakan Durmaz; [2023]
    Keywords : Supply chain management; procurement; supply chain resilience; socio-ecological resilience; adaptive cycle; organizational ambidexterity; Covid-19; manufacturing.;

    Abstract : Background: Organizations have established risk management strategies to prevent disruptions; nevertheless, the disruptions created by Covid-19 proved that existing risk management procedures are insufficient to absorb that kind of disruption. As these supply chain activities were mainly scattered across a limited geographical region, they substantially impacted businesses' procurement operations. READ MORE

  3. 3. Digital transformation in interior design industry using human-centered design : Addressing internal limitations in the furniture, fixtures, and equipment department and enhancing satisfaction of corporate clients and interior design professionals of UAE-based interior design company

    University essay from Mälardalens universitet/Akademin för innovation, design och teknik

    Author : Yuliya Urban; [2023]
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    Abstract : This research provides a comprehensive analysis of the commercial furniture sales industry, with a focus on identifying how digital technologies can be utilized to improve customer satisfaction. The study explores the various internal limitations that can impact customer satisfaction, such as communication breakdowns, lack of collaboration, and inefficient project management processes. READ MORE

  4. 4. Wood procurement using harvest measurment : for improved management of forest operations

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Forest Economics

    Author : Per Eriksson; [2021]
    Keywords : Lean; supply chain management; supplier relationship management; total cost of ownership; value stream mapping; Flödesekonomi; leverantörsrelationer; total ägandekostnad; värdeflödesanalys;

    Abstract : Sweden is a world-leading actor in the global forest sector and remains in the top league of trading, research, and business operations. Despite being ahead of its competitors, several forest actors struggle with low profitability levels. The profitability index for private wood suppliers decreased by 0. READ MORE

  5. 5. Optimization of aftermarket logistics with dual supply chains for Sandvik AB

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Institutionen för teknisk ekonomi och logistik; Lunds universitet/Teknisk logistik

    Author : Gopalakrishnan Srinivasan; Akshay Hingmire; [2020]
    Keywords : Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : Background: Aftermarket logistics is important for a manufacturing company to maintain customer satisfaction in the long run. However, the supply chain set for aftermarket parts is equally crucial as the original equipment. Modification or optimization of the logistics systems for slow-moving aftermarket items is inevitable. READ MORE