Essays about: "OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT critical"

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  1. 1. Factors influencing effective safety stock dimensioning in inventory management - A case study within the automotive industry

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

    Author : Ikram Saady; Melisa Petkovska; [2023-07-03]
    Keywords : Safety stock; Inventory management; Safety stock uncertainties; Safety stock level challenges; Safety stock level factors;

    Abstract : Poor inventory management affects many companies today which has a negative impact on both company profits and the level of customer service provided. A critical aspect of inventory management involves maintaining a balance between safety stock levels and customer service level. READ MORE

  3. 2. Leveraging Technologies of Industry 4.0 for risk management in Sea Freight Forwarding Operations

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

    Author : Angelina Biiak; Yijuan Lindskog; [2023-07-03]
    Keywords : Risk; Risk Management Mitigation; Maritime Logistics Shipping Industry; Sea Freight Forwarder; Industry 4.0; Technologies Pillars;

    Abstract : Maritime logistics dominates the goods transportation market and is continuously growing along with the growth of global trade. However, a variety of risks continuously occur and significantly affect the maritime logistics industry, and thus the sea freight forwarding operations. READ MORE

  4. 3. The Importance of a well-functioning management System and Communication in Achieving Organizational Success

    University essay from Mittuniversitetet/Institutionen för kommunikation, kvalitetsteknik och informationssystem (2023-)

    Author : Victoria Löfgren; [2023]
    Keywords : Communication; continuous improvements; management system; quality; leadership; organizational structure; organizational strategy; Kommunikation; ständiga förbättringar; ledningssystem; kvalitet; ledarskap; organisationsstruktur; organisationsstrategi;

    Abstract : The thesis aims to investigate the various factors that impact the management system, organizational structure, communication, and growth and how the management system can improve organizational outcomes. To achieve this, a case study approach was used, with 134 employees from the organization invited to participate in the questionnaire to share their perceptions of the management system. READ MORE

  5. 4. 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

  6. 5. Purchasing and digitalization in an era of turbulence

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Teknisk logistik

    Author : Vishal Natesan; Emil Sarajlic; [2023]
    Keywords : Supplying; digitisation; digitalization; Artificial Intelligence; Turbulence; Delivery performance; Duni Group; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : Abstract Title: Purchasing and digitalization in an era of turbulence Authors: Emil Sarajlic & Vishal Natesan Supervisor: Wilbert Baerwaldt, Director Sourcing and Value Chain at Duni AB Louise Bildsten, Department of Industrial Management & Logistics, Faculty of Engineering, Lund University Examiner: Jan Olhager, Department of Industrial Management & Logistics, Faculty of Engineering, Lund University Background: This research delves into the uncertainties and challenges encountered in global supply chain operations, exacerbated by unpredictable events such as the COVID-19 pandemic and the 2021 Suez Canal obstruction. These disruptions can lead to stock-outs, poor capacity utilization, and the need for expensive buffers. READ MORE