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  1. 1. An exploration of how the national culture in which a company operates affects the choice of Management Control Systems

    University essay from Handelshögskolan i Stockholm/Institutionen för redovisning och finansiering

    Author : Selemon Setaregu; Mateo Murra; [2024]
    Keywords : National culture; Management control systems;

    Abstract : Throughout this thesis, our research dives into the intricate relationship between national culture and management control systems (MCSs) in multinational corporations. In an increasingly globalized business world, understanding this relationship is pivotal for companies operating across diverse cultural landscapes. READ MORE

  3. 2. Risk in the Private Military Industry : Risk-Transfer Dynamics in Globalized Private Military and Security Companies’ Recruitment Processes

    University essay from Umeå universitet/Statsvetenskapliga institutionen

    Author : Sofie Ådén; [2023]
    Keywords : Global North; Global South; globalization; military outsourcing; private military and security companies PMSCs ; private military contractors PMCs ; private military industry; recruitment processes; Risk-Transfer War;

    Abstract : Private military and security companies (PMSCs) are established actors in the global militaryindustry. The adaptation to utilize PMSCs as a complement to national militaries has increased their importance significantly. READ MORE

  4. 3. Procurement riskmanagement to reducesupply disruptions : A qualitative study of Swedishapparel brands during COVID-19

    University essay from Umeå universitet/Företagsekonomi

    Author : David Lundin; Sebastian Wennberg; [2022]
    Keywords : Procurment risk management;

    Abstract : The COVID-19 outbreak has brought disturbances to a large number business as well as whole industries disrupting their supply chains, proving that most of today's companies don't have sufficient systems or strategies to evade or reduce major supply chain disruptions. One industry that was affected heavily is the fashion industry who is characterized by short lead times, globalized supply chains and volatile customer demand. READ MORE

  5. 4. "Communication is key to understand who we are dealing with" : A case study of managers' internal communication when leading in multicultural settings

    University essay from Linnéuniversitetet/Institutionen för organisation och entreprenörskap (OE)

    Author : Hannah Cangemark; David Pettersson; [2022]
    Keywords : Leadership; Communication; Internal communication; Multicultural teams; Culture; Communication channels; Communication style; Cultural diversity; Management;

    Abstract : Introduction: Communication is said to be one of the most important yet most challenging aspects of leadership. Today's globalized world creates new dimensions, requirements and higher demands are placed on managers' internal communication in order to be able to handle different cultural aspects and employees. READ MORE

  6. 5. The effects of telecommuting on teamwork efficiency in a context of new product development

    University essay from Umeå universitet/Företagsekonomi

    Author : Juliette Hacquard; Justine Montabone; [2022]
    Keywords : teleworking; telecommuting; telework; NPD; team; teamwork; efficiency;

    Abstract : Telecommuting has become a globalized phenomenon after the Covid-19 pandemic. Itallowed technological improvements which made this context easier to handle forcoworkers. Because it can improve personal comfort and quality of life, and allowflexibility, companies are adopting this way of working widely so it makes it aninteresting topic to study. READ MORE