Essays about: "Functional silos"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 7 essays containing the words Functional silos.

  1. 1. Conquering the Knowledge Gaps in Hyperautomation

    University essay from Handelshögskolan i Stockholm/Institutionen för företagande och ledning

    Author : Annie Dahlemar; Karin Ericsson; [2022]
    Keywords : Digital transformation; Hyperautomation; Agile methodologies; Knowledge management;

    Abstract : Digital transformation (DT) has evolved rapidly during the last decade, and now businesses are about to face a new type of DT, namely hyperautomation. Hyperautomation differs from regular DT in that it combines several existing complex technologies to automate extensive processes that stretch cross-functional, resulting in a complex and agile type of DT. READ MORE

  3. 2. Sales and Operations Planning : A study into managing the silo culture in an ETO manufacturing

    University essay from Blekinge Tekniska Högskola/Institutionen för industriell ekonomi

    Author : Amina Glavas; Fares Abugharbia; [2021]
    Keywords : Sales and Operations Planning; Organizational theory; Silo culture; Complex planning process; Engineering-to-order.; Sälj- och Verksamhetsplanering; Organisationsteori; Silo kultur; Komplex planerings process; Kunderorderstyrt.;

    Abstract : Background: Over the past years, companies have competed in a globalized and dynamic environment which has forced them to implement various incentives in order to gain cost advantages. Companies have tried to implement Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) but many have not managed to get the expected results. READ MORE

  4. 3. Cross-functional challenges : a case study of a project in a Swedish retail company

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionen

    Author : Oskar Lundgren; Philip Sinclair; [2019]
    Keywords : project management; cross-functional projects; coordination; cooperation; project competence;

    Abstract : It has shown to be a challenge for many actors in the retail industry to adapt to the constantly changing consumer behavior. This challenge is argued to partly be caused by the industry’s pattern to work in silos. READ MORE

  5. 4. Fostering Proactiveness in Data-Driven Matrix Organizations : A Study of Alfa Laval's Distribution Center in Tumba

    University essay from KTH/Industriell produktion

    Author : Johanna Falkenstrand; Camilla Lemos; [2019]
    Keywords : Functional silos; reactive work; matrix organization; spare parts; Lean Six Sigma; decisionmaking process; Funktionella silos; reaktivt arbete; matrisorganisation; reservdelar; Lean Six Sigma; beslutsfattandeprocess;

    Abstract : Globalization has increased the complexity of the business world, as it adds new dimensions to companies’ operations, such as global suppliers and customers, and competition from global actors. To handle the complexity, companies are pressured to become more data-driven to be able to measure and align their operations, and create possibilities for efficiency and competitiveness [Skjott-Larsen etal. READ MORE

  6. 5. Organizational and managerial challenges for public actors working towards becoming a smart city - A case study of the City of Stockholm

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Innovationsteknik

    Author : Erika Björck; Filippa Österlin; [2018]
    Keywords : Smart City; Innovation Mangement; Public Actor; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : Cities are becoming smart to cope with the challenges associated with urban development. One of the cities trying to become smart is the City of Stockholm, which in 2017 adopted a strategy to become the world’s smartest and most connected city. However, becoming a smart city is not easy. READ MORE