Essays about: "Purchasing and Supply Management"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 110 essays containing the words Purchasing and Supply Management.

  1. 1. 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

  3. 2. Estimating Impacts Using LCA in Procurement Processes : A case study for a multinational networking and telecommunications company

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

    Author : Gustav Westling; [2023]
    Keywords : Procurement; Sustainability; Sourcing; Life Cycle Analysis; Life Cycle Assessment; LCA; SCM; Supply Chain Management; Inköp; Hållbarhet; Strategiskt inköp; Livscykelanalys; LCA; SCM; Försörjningskedjehantering; Supply chain-hantering;

    Abstract : This thesis investigates how a company can implement life cycle analysis (LCA) into procurement. The thesis also explores the potential synergies between the LCA and procurement. A single casestudy was utilized for this purpose. It uses LCAs using a simplified methodology, interviews, and a literature review to carry out the study. READ MORE

  4. 3. The true cost of C-parts management : Quality and supply matter for Total Cost of Ownership

    University essay from Linköpings universitet/Institutionen för ekonomisk och industriell utveckling

    Author : Simon Kärrsjö; Joel Wadell; [2023]
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    Abstract : C-parts encompasses a wide variety of products, making it a complex category, withcompanies sourcing hundreds or even thousands of distinctive parts from many differentsuppliers. Yet, the area is of low focus for purchasers and researchers alike. READ MORE

  5. 4. Operational resilience strategies in times of global disruptions : A study of a Swedish national energy company

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

    Author : Gustav Lindstrand; Anna Oldestam; [2023]
    Keywords : operational resilience; procurement strategy; supply chain disruptions.; operational resilience; inköpsstrategi; supply chain disruptions.;

    Abstract : This study investigates strategies for improving the operational resilience, i.e. an organisation’s capacity to minimise, manage, and recover from disruptions quickly, ensuring continuity in its primary business processes. READ MORE

  6. 5. Assessment of the food losses and waste along the tomato and carrot value chain in Sweden: A value chain analysis approach

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för geovetenskaper

    Author : Valery Ndagijimana; [2023]
    Keywords : Carrot; food loss; food waste; sustainable development; tomato; vegetable value chain;

    Abstract : Assessing food losses and waste in the tomato and carrot value chain in Sweden is essential for achieving sustainable development.  This study uses a mixed method to analyze the extent of food loss and waste along the tomato and carrot value chain and related causing factors. READ MORE