Essays about: "Conservative industry"

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  1. 1. Enabling Collaboration for Industrial Symbiosis Formation between Manufacturing Firms : A Study of the Norrbotten & Västerbotten Region

    University essay from Luleå tekniska universitet/Institutionen för ekonomi, teknik, konst och samhälle

    Author : Anton Nygårdh; [2023]
    Keywords : Industrial symbiosis; Collaboration; Challenges; Strategies; Manufacturing industry; Norrland; Industriell Symbios; Samarbete; Utmaningar; Strategier; Tillverkningsindustri; Norrland;

    Abstract : Purpose: The purpose of this thesis is to enhance the understanding of how collaboration in the manufacturing industry can enable the formation of industrial symbiosis by identifying challenges and strategies. To fulfill this purpose, two research questions has been addressed: What are the factors hindering collaboration and thus IS formation between companies in Norr- & Västerbotten? and What are the enabling strategies allowing collaboration for IS formation in Norr- & Västerbotten? Method: The research was conducted as a qualitative, inductive study of exploratory nature. READ MORE

  3. 2. Developing a Cost Model For Combined Offshore Farms : The Advantages of Co-Located Wind and Wave Energy

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för industriell teknik och management (ITM)

    Author : Eva Blech; [2023]
    Keywords : Wave Energy; Floating Offshore Wind; Co-located Wind-Wave Farm; Levelized Cost of Energy; Multi-Source Offshore Farm; Vågenergi; flytande havsbaserad vindkraft; samlokaliserad vind- och vågpark; nivellerad energikostnad; havsbaserad park med flera källor;

    Abstract : Previous research has displayed that multi-source farms provide an opportunity to reduce the cost of energy and improve the energy output quality. This thesis assesses the cost competitiveness of co-located wind-wave farms, specifically floating offshore wind (FLOW) turbines and CorPower’s wave energy converters (WEC). READ MORE

  4. 3. Examining the adoption of blockchain technology in the diamond industry : Benefits and challenges of embracing disruptive innovation in conservative sectors

    University essay from Linnéuniversitetet/Institutionen för management (MAN)

    Author : Carl Cardone; Anna Zavjalova; [2023]
    Keywords : Conservative sector; diamond industry; disruptive innovation; blockchain technology; technology acceptance;

    Abstract : Industries with conservative mindsets are known for being reluctant toward adoption of new technologies and resistant to change. The diamond business is one of those examples that encounter challenges in implementing disruptive innovations like blockchain technology despite its potential benefits. READ MORE

  5. 4. Marking tags within the construction industry : A qualitative case study of the Swedish construction industry regarding implementing technical standardizations to promote circularity

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för samhällsbyggnad och industriell teknik

    Author : Markus Eriksson; Casper Norberg; [2023]
    Keywords : Sustainability; Construction industry; Radio frequency identification; Circularity; Attitude; Environment; Socio-technical transition theory; multi-level perspective.;

    Abstract : The construction industry is vital in meeting humanity's infrastructure and essential building needs. However, its current practices contribute significantly to environmental challenges such as global warming, deforestation, and biodiversity loss. The current study points out the need for a more sustainable approach in the construction sector. READ MORE

  6. 5. Blockchain Adoption is an Evolution – not a Revolution: : Advantages and Challenges of Blockchain in Real Estate Transaction in Sweden

    University essay from KTH/Fastighetsföretagande och finansiella system

    Author : Ludwig Djursén; Theo Björk; [2022]
    Keywords : Blockchain; real estate; transaction; information asymmetry; blockchain implementation; residential real estate; smart contract; tokenization; Blockchain; fastigheter; transaktion; informationsasymmetri; blockchain-implementering; bostadsfastigheter; smart kontrakt; tokenisering;

    Abstract : The real estate sector has a large impact on the economy and a significant impact on financialmarket stability. Several unique features characterize the real estate market assets; these arestable cash flow, a stable demand, and low volatility, contributing to the underlying value. READ MORE