Essays about: "Logistics Cost"

Showing result 16 - 20 of 374 essays containing the words Logistics Cost.

1. 16. Supply Chain Management: Increasing Performance and Coordination in a Sales & Operations Planning Context

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Teknisk logistik

   Author : Jacob Knutsson; Theodor Jener; [2023]
   Keywords : S OP; Strategy; Inventory; Operations; Strategic alignment; Technology and Engineering;

   Abstract : Alfa Laval’s business unit Gasketed Plate Heat Exchanger uses Sales and Operations Planning to balance supply with demand to ensure profitable growth. Currently, the business unit is experiencing inefficiencies as they fail to execute the plans from Sales and Operations Planning. READ MORE

3. 17. Value Proposition of Autonomous Electric Trucks in the Freight Industry : A Qualitative Study of Transport Buyers

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

   Author : Emilia Nordström; Edvin Ramberg; [2023]
   Keywords : Autonomous Electric Truck logistics; Customer-centric Value Proposition; Digitisation; Transport buyers’ needs and pain points; Autonom elektrisk lastbilslogistik; kundcentrerat värdeerbjudande; digitalisering; transportköpares behov och utmaningar;

   Abstract : This study explores the value proposition of Autonomous Battery Electric Trucks (ABETs) in the transportation industry, and offers insights into customer perceptions and potential challenges regarding this emergent technology. The aim of the study is to understand customer needs, address implementation issues, and evaluate opportunities for Logistics Service Providers (LSP) to adopt ABETs. READ MORE

4. 18. Reuse and recycling of concrete : Economic barriers and possible opportunities for future profitability

   University essay from KTH/Hållbar utveckling, miljövetenskap och teknik

   Author : Julia Knutsson; [2023]
   Keywords : Reuse; Recycling; Circular economy; Construction industry; Building material; Concrete industry;

   Abstract : Today, the world's natural ecosystems are threatened by increased extraction of raw materials andgreenhouse gas emissions to the atmosphere. One of the drivers of this problem is the impact fromindustries through their production. A possible strategy to reduce pressure on natural ecosystems is toincrease the use of industrial ecosystems. READ MORE

5. 19. Think inside the box : 3D bin packing visualized with spatial AR andautomated depth feedback

   University essay from KTH/Skolan för elektroteknik och datavetenskap (EECS)

   Author : Konrad Wihl; [2023]
   Keywords : Logistics; Augmented Reality; 3D bin packing; Logistik; Augmented Reality; 3D-lådpackning;

   Abstract : In modern day logistics, small and medium sized consumer goods are often manually handled and packaged in fulfillment centres and warehouses. When time efficiency is prioritised, there exists the risk to pick too big a package and thus waste space which can naturally lead to unwanted consequences such as unnecessary transports being booked and excess package material being used. READ MORE

6. 20. A Simulation-Based Decision Support for Reverse Logistics of Remanufactured Spare Parts : A Case study of Diesel Particle Filters

   University essay from KTH/Produktionsutveckling

   Author : Thordis Tryggvadottir; [2023]
   Keywords : Circular Business Models; Reverse Logistics; Simulation; Remanufacturing; Agent Based Method; Discrete Event Method;

   Abstract : Remanufacturing plays a crucial role in circular business models as it offers a sustainable approach to restoring products while reducing energy and resource consumption. In the automotive industry, remanufactured parts are widely used for spare parts, although their usage is still limited compared to newly produced parts. READ MORE