Essays about: "Purchasing strategic management"

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  1. 16. Strategic Proposals for Sustainable Supply Chains in the Fast Fashion Industry : Exploring ways to incorporate concepts and methods to confront the damaging effects of the industry

    University essay from KTH/Industriell ekonomi och organisation (Inst.)

    Author : Adil Abdulgadir; Imad Abdulgadir; [2020]
    Keywords : Fast Fashion; Supply Chain; Sustainability; Sustainable Fashion; Slow Fashion; Supply Chain Management; Snabbmode; Försörjningskedja; Hållbarhet; Hållbar mode; Långsam mode; Ledning av försörjningskedja;

    Abstract : Accounted as the second largest cause of pollution, the fashion industry is only behind the petroleum industry worldwide. In recent decades, the supply chains of retail companies have become international with the growth of a global economy. READ MORE

  3. 17. Implementation of Category Management in Procurement within Public Sectors - The Case of the City of Gothenburg

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

    Author : Natalia Ugriumova; Mathias Skoglund; [2019-07-02]
    Keywords : Category Management; Implementation; Public Procurement; EU Procurement Directives;

    Abstract : Public sectors increased their focus on procurement processes, emphasizing a strategic importance as a key enabler of business performance. Category management is recognized as a new strategic approach in managing procurement operations in order to bring value for taxpayers´ money and improve overall businesses activities. READ MORE

  4. 18. Cost Engineering Strategies for Industrial Sourcing

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

    Author : Erik Lindved; Jakob Rolén; [2019]
    Keywords : Cost Engineering; Cost Estimation; Procurement; Industrial Sourcing; Manufacturing Industry.; Kostnadsestimeringsteknik; kostnadsestimat; anskaffning; industriellt inköp; tillverkningsindustri.;

    Abstract : The art of estimating and managing costs is commonly referred to as cost engineering which is a vital tool to counteract cost uncertainty. Current research within the area mainly focuses on the cost estimation techniques themselves and the strategic implications have not yet been studied in-depth, nor been set into relation to traditional sourcing strategies. READ MORE

  5. 19. Assessing the supplier selection problem for raw materials of different strategic importance. : Case study of a lithium-ion battery manufacturer in Sweden

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

    Author : Manuel Palacios; Bill Thernström; [2019]
    Keywords : Analytical Hierarchy Process; Supplier selection; Purchasing; Lithium-ion batteries;

    Abstract : Many sectors and industries are being pushed by policymakers and consumers towards an industrial transformation to become more sustainable. This in order to reduce the negative impact on the environment caused by the emissions of toxic substances and greenhouse gases, as well to promote more efficient use of resources. READ MORE

  6. 20. Strategic Procurement in the German Automotive Industry

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionen

    Author : Lea-Victoria Leibinger; Marina Montalvo; [2019]
    Keywords : Strategic management; Purchasing; Supplier Selection; Selection Criteria; German Automotive; Truck Industry.; Business and Economics;

    Abstract : In the automotive sector purchasing plays a key role in strategic management, as most companies are pressured by constant innovation and cost pressure. Hence, most companies focus on lean management and outsource many of their business activities to stay competitive. READ MORE