Essays about: "Inbound Logistics"

Showing result 11 - 15 of 38 essays containing the words Inbound Logistics.

  1. 11. The impact of additive manufacturing on sustainability of inbound transportation

    University essay from Jönköping University/IHH, Centre of Logistics and Supply Chain Management (CeLS)

    Author : Johan Carlek; Lennart de Jonge; [2020]
    Keywords : Additive manufacturing; 3D printing; sustainability; inbound transportation; triple bottom line;

    Abstract : Background: Emerging technologies enables manufacturing companies the opportunity to stay competitive and at the same time focus on increasing their sustainability impact. One such technology is additive manufacturing which has the potential to change the way manufacturing is performed and impact entire supply chains of manufacturing companies. READ MORE

  3. 12. An Investigation into the Possibilities for Cost Saving in a Distribution Network with Demand Dependencies

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Produktionsekonomi

    Author : Erik Berggren; Rawlings Nechavava; [2019]
    Keywords : Logistics; Inventory Control; Ordering; Dependencies; Demand Dependencies; coordinated Ordering; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : Inventory control is a subject that impacts more or less every section of most businesses, hence companies today view it as a crucial problem of strategic importance (Axsäter, 2015). Managing inventory is a complex task which can be made even more complex by considering multiple items interacting with each other throughout the supply network. READ MORE

  4. 13. Analyzing the Inbound Logistics Flow for a Fragile Component at Volvo Buses

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

    Author : Asanee M. Börjesson; Melanija Isaksson; [2018-07-02]
    Keywords : EOQ; Extensions of the EOQ Model; Optimal logistics flow; Optimal Call Off Volumes;

    Abstract : This thesis investigates the logistics flow for a long and fragile component at Volvo Buses. The focus is placed on six areas of the logistics flow for the component, namely, packaging, emballage, handling at the supplier (loading), transportation, handling at the buyer (unloading) and storage. READ MORE

  5. 14. Case study at Scania: How packaging options affect supply chain operations and costs

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Förpackningslogistik

    Author : Chaitanya Ramachandraiah; Arturs Rezancevs; [2018]
    Keywords : Supply chain; returnable packaging; Activity based costing; process mapping; packaging material; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : Abstract Background/introduction: Scania supply chain is responsible for packaging to protect parts during transportation from their suppliers around the world. For many years Scania has used returnable packaging for inbound logistics of automotive parts. READ MORE

  6. 15. Building a circular economy

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Avdelningen för Energi och byggnadsdesign; Lunds universitet/Institutionen för arkitektur och byggd miljö

    Author : Eray Eryilmaz; Simon Andersson; [2018]
    Keywords : Circular economy; Reuse; DfD; LCA; LCC.; Technology and Engineering; Earth and Environmental Sciences;

    Abstract : The construction sector is one of the biggest contributors to global CO2 emissions and buildings account for a significant part of the energy use in Sweden. Population growth in combination with economic development is putting more pressure on the environment, resulting in escalating consumption trends and larger quantities of raw material extraction. READ MORE