Essays about: "service contracts"

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1. 1. A case study on Trucks’Crossmembers at Volvo Group

   University essay from KTH/Produktionsutveckling

   Author : Aman Sultania; [2023]
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   Abstract : This thesis aims at investigating the crossmember business within the context of Volvo Trucks, with a focus on identifying standardization opportunities and optimizing the supply chain for improved efficiency and cost savings. The objectives of this study include mapping commonalities in design, raw material grade, surface finish, and thickness across different trucks and brands. READ MORE

3. 2. Exploring the conditions for a shift to Continuous Cover Forestry in Sweden : a practice-based approach to understanding what enables and challenges forest management practitioners to practice Continuous Cover Forestry

   University essay from SLU/Dept. of Urban and Rural Development

   Author : Filippa Morner; [2023]
   Keywords : environmental communication; social practice theory; practice based approach; Continuous Cover Forestry; forest management practices; Swedish forestry;

   Abstract : This thesis investigates the adoption of Continuous Cover Forestry (CCF) in response to mounting environmental concerns stemming from conventional forestry in Sweden. Utilising a social practice-based approach with qualitative interviews and observations of forest managers who engage in CCF “on the ground”, the study uncovers a complex of practices connected to CCF, encompassing policy and regulation, research, advice, services, and forest ownership. READ MORE

4. 3. Locating the Unlocated : An Examination of Choice of Law and Consumer Protection in Cryptocurrency Trading

   University essay from Uppsala universitet/Juridiska institutionen

   Author : Laura Fernandez Gomero; [2023]
   Keywords : Private International Law; Conflicts of Laws; Rome I Regulation; Choice of Law; Qualification; Applicable Law; Crypto-assets; Cryptocurrency; Blockchain; Decentralized Ledger Technology; Crypto Exchanges; Crypto Trading; Consumer Contracts; Consumer Protection; Cross-border Contracts; Lunar Block; MiCA; Internationell privaträtt; IP-rätt; lagval; gränsöverskridande avtal; kryptotillgångar; kryptovalutor; Bitcoin; blockkedjeteknologi; kryptohandel; kvalifikation; konsumentskydd; Lunar Block; Rom I-förordningen; MiFID II; MiCA;

   Abstract : Disputes involving emerging technology, often leave a grey area on applicable law, as it is unlocated in the physical world. The problem with crypto-assets is partly driven by their underlying technology, allowing for the assets to be distributed in an international, digital sphere, and making it hard to pinpoint their territorial location and solve legal issues. READ MORE

5. 4. Waiting for the Magic Bus: Unravelling the Impact of Bus Design on Station Dwell Time : A Comprehensive Analysis and Case Study

   University essay from KTH/Transportplanering

   Author : Efrat Aviad; [2023]
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   Abstract : With the continuous decrease in average speed in cities, public transport operators need to think of new ways to improve operation efficiency and shorten total trip durations. This thesis investigates how bus design aspects, like door configuration and engine type, can affect the station dwell time, in this case, service time per passenger. READ MORE

6. 5. The Reverse Supply Chains of the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods : The Impacts of Product Returns on Reverse Supply Chains in Sweden

   University essay from Jönköping University/IHH, Företagsekonomi

   Author : M. Hassan Dachan; Shengyun Sherif; [2023]
   Keywords : Supply chain management; supply chain disturbance; product returns; reverse logistics; business-to-business; fast moving consumer goods.;

   Abstract : The unceasing ambition of companies to enhance their profitability, capture novel markets, and address the diverse and evolving needs of customers has led to an irrational surge in production and the exploitative depletion of natural resources. This unwarranted increase in production has, in turn, been accompanied by a rise in product returns by consumers, which, upon reverting to their original sources through the supply chain, has compounded the complexities of the supply chains and precipitated new pressures and burdens on the companies and their supply chains, necessitating their adept management. READ MORE