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  1. 1. Variation Management Strategies for Future Construction Sites: A study to address role of an equipment rental business in the energy transition

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    Author : Ellen Blanksvärd; Frida Svensson; [2023-09-21T12:07:03Z 2023-09-21T12:07:03Z 2023 2023]
    Keywords : battery storage; variation management; flexibility services; peak shaving; load shifting; demand side management; rental business; electrification; construction equipment; construction sites;

    Abstract : Construction sites are facing challenges with high power peaks due to electrificationof heavy equipment where potential consequences are increased power tariffs locallyand risk of limited power supply. Another development is an increased intermittentpower supply due to more wind- and solar power in the electricity system, whichcauses price fluctuations. READ MORE

  3. 2. Digitalization and Electrification´s Transformational Impact on the Automotive Mobility Industry - A multiple case study on the Swedish automotive mobility industry facing changing business models, challenges, and future opportunities

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

    Author : Max Guron; [2023-07-19]
    Keywords : Digitalization; Electrification; Business model; Business model framework; Business model innovation; Technological Change; Industrial Change; Disruptive technology; Automotive Mobility; Automotive Industry; Mobility services; Car-sharing; Automotive manufacturers; Car-sharing providers; ride-hailing providers;

    Abstract : The automotive mobility industry, including car manufactures, car-sharing, and ride-hailing companies, is experiencing technological change through electrification and digitalization. These two trends can potentially disrupt the whole industry through, i.e. READ MORE

  4. 3. Business Model Changes in the Automobile Industry - A Single Case Study of Volvo Cars

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

    Author : Nahid Salehi; [2023-07-19]
    Keywords : Business model; business model changes; strategy; automotive industry; Volvo Cars;

    Abstract : The automotive industry's fast-paced environment, digitalization, and electrification have shed light on the significance of the business model (BM) changes. Responding effectively and promptly to the initiative changes and trends is needed for the firms to have profitability. READ MORE

  5. 4. How do firms acquire strategic human resources for facilitating innovation - A multiple-case study of MNCs which have headquarters in European context

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

    Author : Zhixing Zhao; Alessia Mazzalai; [2023-07-19]
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    Abstract : Nowadays, firms are required to adapt to new innovations trend which is driven by technology, products and business mode. Organizations are facing the challenge of both electrification and automation. As big players, multinational corporations (MNCs) are facing global competition in their business. READ MORE

  6. 5. Evaluating suppliers - A case study of plastic component suppliers at ABB Electrification Sweden AB

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

    Author : Luisa Elke; Annkatrin Radecke; [2023-07-03]
    Keywords : Supplier selection; Plastic component supplier; Plastic specific criteria; BWM – SMART;

    Abstract : Choosing the right supplier is essential. Hence, supplier evaluation is of great importance for companies. However, it is associated with a high degree of complexity and is under-researched for plastic component suppliers. Therefore, this thesis studies supplier evaluation in the context of plastic component suppliers. READ MORE