Essays about: "Buyer-supplier collaboration"

Showing result 11 - 15 of 16 essays containing the words Buyer-supplier collaboration.

  1. 11. The Collaborative Entrepreneurship Process : a Large Firm Perspective

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionen

    Author : Sandra Carli Karlsson; Johanna Nilsson; [2015]
    Keywords : collaborative entrepreneurship; large firm; partnerships; partner fit; relational capital; knowledge management;

    Abstract : This qualitative, single embedded case study examines collaborative entrepreneurship as a process in a large firm. Theory on corporate entrepreneurship is integrated with partnership literature to advance the understanding of collaborative entrepreneurship as a strategic decision. READ MORE

  3. 12. Differences in Lengths of Life of Production Equipment & Production Systems and their implications on Acquisition & Replacement Processes

    University essay from Mälardalens högskola/Innovation och produktrealisering

    Author : Aria Karim; Anna Schnelzer; [2015]
    Keywords : Technical length of life; conceptual length of life; economical length of life; production equipment; production system; acquisition process; replacement process; life cycle; Teknisk livslängd; konceptuell livslängd; ekonomisk livslängd; produktionsutrustning; produktionssystem; anskaffningsprocess; livscykel;

    Abstract : Nowadays usage of advanced production equipment becomes more common among production industries, future challenges in the market require flexibility in production industries due to growing competition and demand responses. Decisions regarding acquisition and replacement of production equipment have a major role in future profitability and competitiveness of production industries. READ MORE

  4. 13. Impact of Scania and MAN Merger on Swedish Automotive Suppliers : Special Focus on Sourcing Strategy, Relationship Changes, and Strategic Response Mechanisms

    University essay from Högskolan i Jönköping/IHH, Företagsekonomi

    Author : Askar Muratov; Marcelo Machado; [2015]
    Keywords : Merger effects; buyer-supplier relationships; strategic response mechanisms; sourcing strategy.;

    Abstract : By the end of 20th century many industries including automotive supply industry have undergone significant merger and acquisition activity. Mergers and acquisitions have led to geographical expansions of OEM’s (Origininal Equipment Manufacturer) across country borders and across continents. READ MORE

  5. 14. Buyer-Supplier Relationships: Factors Characterising Successful Collaborations

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

    Author : Sara Axelsson; Sofie Karlsson; [2014-12-12]
    Keywords : buyer-supplier relationships; collaborations; mutual benefits; relationship strength; economic performance; interaction; emotion and feeling; interdependence; triggers;

    Abstract : With global competition intensifying, firms are increasingly recognising that internal efficiency improvements are insufficient, and that larger gains can be achieved by enhancing the performance of the entire supply chain. This realisation, together with the potential of leveraging supplier capabilities, has resulted in a trend where customers increasingly are entering into closer collaborations with suppliers. READ MORE

  6. 15. Supplier Relationship Management in Intelbras Improving quality through buyer-supplier cooperation Fredrik

    University essay from Högskolan i Borås/Institutionen Ingenjörshögskolan

    Author : Fredrik Stålbrand; [2014]
    Keywords : Supplier Relationship Management; Strategic Segmentation; Total Cost of Ownership; Buyer-Supplier Cooperation; Quality Agreement;

    Abstract : Competitive forces in today‟s business world are putting firms under pressure to improve quality, delivery performance, and responsiveness while simultaneously reducing cost, which for many companies have resulted in increased outsourcing of activities. Consequently a greater dependency on suppliers‟ performance in terms of quality and delivery service has evolved. READ MORE