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1. 1. Supply Chain Resilience within the Automotive Industry - A single-case study on the importance of Supply Chain Resilience practices for an automotive MNC as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and the Russia-Ukraine war

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

   Author : Kawi Ali; Kevin Aslani; [2023-07-18]
   Keywords : Supply Chain Resilience; Supply Chain Management; automotive industry; COVID-19; Russia-Ukraine war; Volvo Cars–Polestar; disruptions; strategies;

   Abstract : Background: The automotive industry is a complex industry and sensitive to the business environment surrounding it. This has been shown by the last years, which have been dominated by disruptions and economic turbulence due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the war between Russia and Ukraine. READ MORE

3. 2. Mitigation of supply chain uncertainties caused by material shortage : A case study with Loccioni

   University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för samhällsbyggnad och industriell teknik

   Author : Juliane Wloch; [2023]
   Keywords : Supply chain risk management; supply disruption management; semiconductor shortage; Small- and Medium-sized Enterprises;

   Abstract : The ongoing semiconductor shortage impacts organizations throughout the supply chain operationally and financially. Limited material for a sudden increase in demand during the Covid-19 pandemic led to a heightened supplier power and result in the prioritization of customers. READ MORE

4. 3. 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

5. 4. Assessing the Impact of Centralizationon Safety Stock : A Scenario Based Case Study to Support Companies Exploring the Benefits of Utilizing a Centralized Warehouse Strategy in the Absence of Historical Data

   University essay from KTH/Produktionsutveckling

   Author : Shashank Koundinya; Emil Ekendahl; [2023]
   Keywords : Safety Stock; Centralized Warehousing; Inventory Strategy; Data Modelling; Supply Chain Management;

   Abstract : This master thesis investigates the comparison between centralized and decentralized warehousing systems, focusing on the variation in safety stock levels and the associated safety stock holding value. The aim of this research is to address the existing knowledge gap by introducing a methodology that utilizes scenario analysis in different potential locations, incorporating a range of plausible future circumstances and integrating them into a sophisticated mathematical model. READ MORE

6. 5. Logistics Structures for Global Retail Expansion : A case study of a fast-growing Swedish Fashion Company with International Presence

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

   Author : Alex Kaspo; [2023]
   Keywords : Master Thesis; Supply Chain; Strategy; Supplier; Logistics; Retail; Growth; International; Consolidation Hubs; Warehouse;

   Abstract : This qualitative research explores what logistics structures a growing retail company can employ to support its international expansion with a focus on high customer satisfaction levels. It delves into the logistics configurations for reaching efficiency in inbound logistics, especially meeting the complexities of growing volumes and extensive supplier networks. READ MORE