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  1. 1. Shop 'till the fees drop: A quantitative study on students' perceptions and attitudes towards delivery fees

    University essay from Handelshögskolan i Stockholm/Institutionen för marknadsföring och strategi

    Author : Magda Liljedahl; Ronja Svensson; [2023]
    Keywords : Delivery Fees; Mental Accounting Theory; Price Partitioning; Attitude Towards the Offer; Price Fairness Perception;

    Abstract : Due to the rapid technological developments in E-commerce, an increasing amount of the Swedish population resorts to online shopping for their necessities. Thus, the Swedish online grocery retail industry has established an online presence, leading to additional shipping and handling costs. READ MORE

  3. 2. Package Concept for High Variation Products to Improve Production : Package Development and Implementation to Improve Production of Heavy and High Variation Products

    University essay from Linköpings universitet/Produktrealisering

    Author : Oliver Hjertstedt Otterström; [2023]
    Keywords : Package; improve production; pallet; pallet handling; package in production; pallets in production; pallets;

    Abstract : Within the Master’s program in mechanical engineering at Linköping University, this thesis project unfolds in collaboration with Metso Sweden, specifically at their Sala factory. Focused on addressing challenges in packaging processes for Metso’s VASA-line slurry pumps, the project endeavors to devise a concept that not only meets global shipping requirements but also enhances factory output. READ MORE

  4. 3. Cost Efficient Scrap Metal Sourcing

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Teknisk logistik

    Author : Sophia Sandström; Sofia Ivarsson; [2022]
    Keywords : Scrap sourcing; Scrap logistics; European scrap market; Sea freight strategies; Bulk shipping; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : The steel industry in Sweden is responsible for 10% of the annual Swedish CO2 emissions. As a way to abate this sector, H2 Green Steel are establishing a new green steel production site in Boden. Their way of producing steel, through the EAF route and by using hydrogen-reduced DRI will reduce the CO2 emissions by over 90%. READ MORE

  5. 4. “I expect to get free shipping”

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

    Author : Anne-Charlotte Paas; Rebecka Melin Oscarsson; Simona Dimitrova; [2018-07-03]
    Keywords : Retail; E-tailing; Shipping Handling costs; Transaction cost; Decision-making; Online shopping; Willingness to purchase; Sustainability;

    Abstract : Online shopping is today a very popular way of purchasing goods in Sweden, and two out of three Swedes are actively shopping online. When purchasing goods from a web shop, one important part of the process involves the delivery and potential return. READ MORE

  6. 5. Allocation of a European DC to Minimize LUL Shipments for Companies within the Aged Alcoholic Beverage Industry

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Teknisk logistik

    Author : Josefin Berntson; Cecilia Flink; [2016]
    Keywords : LUL- FUL Shipments; Distribution Network Design; Distribution center; Distribution Costs; Europe; Alcoholic Beverage Industry; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : Title: Allocation of a European Distribution Center to Minimize LUL Shipments for Companies within the Aged Alcoholic Beverage Industry Authors: Josefin Berntson, Cecilia Flink Supervisor: Sebastian Pashaei, Department of Industrial Management and Logistics, Faculty of Engineering, Lund University Problem description: The increased demand for distribution as a result of the globalization has increased the distribution cost for many companies and made it crucial for companies to have a good distribution strategy. One strategy to keep down the distribution cost is to aim for full-unit-load (FUL) shipments and gain economies of scale, which companies with small order quantities often struggle with. READ MORE