Essays about: "supply chain planning challenges"

Showing result 6 - 10 of 42 essays containing the words supply chain planning challenges.

1. 6. Inventory management: A high-level analysis of selected process elements, and factors impacting plan performance - A case study at Alfa Laval

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Teknisk logistik

   Author : Danielle Schiro; Lucas Librelotto Rubin; [2023]
   Keywords : Inventory Management; Make-to-Order; Forecasting; Collaboration; Strategic Alignment; KPIs; Organizational Structures; Alfa Laval; Technology and Engineering;

   Abstract : Purpose: The purpose of this thesis is to increase the effectiveness of the case company, Alfa Laval’s, inventory management by finding challenges, opportunities, and gaps within its current inventory management practices. Background: An essential part of an organization’s planning and control is inventory management, which helps manage supply and demand uncertainty as well as mismatches in upstream and downstream variables, as small changes in inventory management practices can greatly impact an organization's efficiency and responsiveness. READ MORE

3. 7. Purchasing and Digitalization in an era of Turbulence

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Teknisk logistik

   Author : Emil Sarajlic; Vishal Natesan; [2023]
   Keywords : Supplying; digitisation; digitalization; Artificial Intelligence; Turbulence; Delivery performance; Duni Group; Technology and Engineering;

   Abstract : 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

4. 8. Exploration of the Strategic Sourcing Orientation in Automotive Industry - A Study Examining the Strategic Sourcing Orientation for Original Equipment Manufacturers in the Automotive Industry and Connecting it with the Agility of the Firms’ Supply Chain

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

   Author : Ali Ahmed; Lina Nashabat; [2022-07-05]
   Keywords : Electric Vehicle; Strategic Sourcing; Strategic Sourcing Orientation; Original Equipment Manufacturer; Research and Development; Supply Chain Management; Firm’s Supply Chain Agility; Transaction Cost Theory; Internal Combustion Engine; Key Performance Indicator;

   Abstract : Automotive industry is constantly changing, which has put an excessive stress on processes within the Original Equipment Manufacturers supply chain. The process of sourcing strategies is one major source to a firm’s supply chain agility. READ MORE

5. 9. Immunization supply chain of India

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Teknisk logistik

   Author : Mahesh Praveen Kashyap; [2021]
   Keywords : Immunization supply chain; COVID-19 vaccination; Routine immunization; Vaccine distribution in developing countries; Health care workers for COVID-19 vaccination; Vaccine administration.; Technology and Engineering;

   Abstract : Background The COVID 19 pandemic has subjected a lot of countries to economic and social turmoil. This has contributed to socio economic as well as psychological challenges undermining the economies of many countries. Immunization is the key in this crucial phase of pandemic that can save a lot of precious lives. READ MORE

6. 10. Data-Driven Decision-Making for Sustainable Manufacturing Operations : An empirical study of supply chain operations within the Swedish manufacturing industry

   University essay from KTH/Industriell ekonomi och organisation (Inst.)

   Author : Viktor Nilsson; Arvid Westbroek; [2021]
   Keywords : Data-Driven Decision-Making; Industry 4.0; Digital Supply Chain; Sustainable Manufacturing; Datadriven beslutsfattning; Industri 4.0; digital försörjningskedja; hållbar tillverkning;

   Abstract : A paradigm shift is taking place in the manufacturing industry, where companies strive for adopting digital tools to be able to compete against their competitors. The endeavor of becoming digitized is taking place simultaneously as the global awareness of sustainability increases. READ MORE