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1. 21. Can a Knowledge Sharing Model be built for the Construction Industry -A Case Study of Knowledge Management at Skanska UK

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionen; Lunds universitet/Ekonomihögskolan

   Author : Robin Backebjörk; Ida Johansson; [2013]
   Keywords : Knowledge Management; Change Management; Knowledge Management System; Knowledge; Network-theory; Implementation; Technology and Engineering; Business and Economics;

   Abstract : Issue of study: Knowledge management is recognised as an essential part of company strategy, with the potential to generate significant competitive advantage. The theoretical basis of knowledge management is well developed, however the practical implementation is not well adapted with regards to construction organisations. READ MORE

3. 22. Enhanced knowledge utilization for increased project efficiency : A study of knowledge management in a project environment at Siemens Industrial Turbomachinery

   University essay from Ekonomiska informationssystem

   Author : Magnus Alder; Jimmy Peterson; [2010]
   Keywords : Knowledge management; Project management; Knowledge; Kunskap; Kunskapshantering;

   Abstract : In the prevailing uncertain and ever-changing business environment knowledge has become the single certain source for sustainable competitive advantage. Learning from past mistakes and avoiding reinventing the wheel are crucial tasks and no organization can today afford not to look for ways to make the best use of its knowledge. READ MORE

4. 23. Minimizing Transaction Costs in Project-Based Organizations: A case study on suppliers’ engagements in delivery projects in the Swedish Construction Industry

   University essay from Handelshögskolan vid Umeå universitet

   Author : Astridh Paradela Dominguez Aguilar; [2010]
   Keywords : project management; project-based organisation; project governance;

   Abstract : In this changing world, companies have had to learn how to formulate and implement their strategies through projects and organizational structures in order to successfully face threats and opportunities. However, the management of multiple projects is not easy and due to this complexity, a new type of organization has emerged, called Multiproject organization. READ MORE

5. 24. Potential cost improvements and workable form of collaboration in Alvesta steel collaborative procurement project

   University essay from Ekonomihögskolan, ELNU

   Author : Omid Sherkat; [2010]
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   Abstract : Master thesis in Business Administration, 30ECTS, School of Management and Economics at Linnaeus University, Business Process & Supply Chain Management, 5FE00E, Spring 2010 Author: Omid Sherkat Tutor: Åsa Gustafsson Title: Potential cost improvements and workable form of collaboration in Alvesta steel collaborative procurement project Background: There is an idea about starting collaborative procurement for steel-based products manufacturers in Alvesta region, Sweden. Collaborative procurement of purchasing group is an organization in which cooperative purchasing processes take place. READ MORE

6. 25. How the information flow is processed in project-based companies compared to others and how it affects strategic drift

   University essay from Handelshögskolan vid Umeå universitet

   Author : Hugues Fichet; Laurent Giraud; [2007]
   Keywords : Strategic drift; Project management; Internal communication;

   Abstract : In a competitive environment which needs constant strategic adaptation, the companies look for the best way to stick to markets’ trends. The way the company is organized can optimize both the required strategic adaptation and the performance of the human capital by enhancing the flow of information for instance. READ MORE