Essays about: "Offshoring strategies"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 15 essays containing the words Offshoring strategies.

1. 1. Exploring nearshoring opportunities in a low-cost country : a case study of nearshoring between Sweden and Morocco

   University essay from Högskolan i Borås/Akademin för textil, teknik och ekonomi

   Author : Lovisa Hillberg; Jenny Gustafsson; Märta Huldén; [2023]
   Keywords : Sourcing strategies; Nearshoring; Textile industry; Production; Sustainability;

   Abstract : The purpose of this study is to explore possibilities for textile companies in European high-cost countries to relocate production to low-cost countries in North Africa by performing a case study on Sweden and Morocco. The study will thereby contribute to increased understanding of nearshoring opportunities in low-cost countries. READ MORE

3. 2. The impact of COVID-19 and the importance of supply chain resilience building : Case study of Swedish firms using offshoring for finished goods

   University essay from Högskolan i Gävle/Industriell ekonomi

   Author : Isak Prytz-Sund; [2023]
   Keywords : Qualitative; Case study; Supply chain; Risk management; Resilience; COVID-19; Offshoring; Finished goods;

   Abstract : Purpose: This study aims to look deeper at how Swedish firms using offshoring have dealt with the COVID-19 pandemic regarding their supply chains and make them more resilient. Design/methodology/approach: This study is a case study that examines two Swedish companies that have outsourced their production processes to other countries. READ MORE

4. 3. GREEN GROWTH – A TECHNOLOGICAL SUCCESS OR AN OFFSHORING STORY? : Investigating Ecological Footprints of Production and Consumption

   University essay from Umeå universitet/Nationalekonomi

   Author : Linnea Casselryd; [2022]
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   Abstract : With the green growth strategies that are currently dominating the environmental agenda, the ability to decouple economic growth from environmental pressure is a condition for these to succeed. The vast body of literature that examine this relationship typically rely on narrow indicators of environmental pressure and neglect the environmental impact embodied in international trade. READ MORE

5. 4. The Influence of Industry 4.0 on Globalisation Strategies of Multinational Enterprises : A Qualitative Study of MNEs and Their Business Decisions Regarding Offshoring and Reshoring Strategies

   University essay from Jönköping University/Internationella Handelshögskolan

   Author : Minna Sivertsson; Julian-Marcell Utz; [2021]
   Keywords : Industry 4.0; Globalisation; Offshoring; Reshoring; Manufacturing Industry; MNEs;

   Abstract : Background: Historically, industrial revolutions enabled societal shifts in conjunction with technological advancements. The currently ongoing industrial revolution is the fourth, namely Industry 4.0. Industry 4. READ MORE

6. 5. Reshoring: Evolution and Implementation

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

   Author : Janet Rasaei; Midhuna Manoharan; [2020-06-29]
   Keywords : Offshoring; Reshoring; Project implementation; Transaction cost economics; Resource-based view; The eclectic model; Project management process groups;

   Abstract : Background: For decades, the phenomenon of offshoring in the realm of production and business services have become an industry mantra and one of primary strategies for many companies. However, after years of offshoring, there emerged a slowdown or reversal in the trend and global business observes a reshoring phenomenon. READ MORE