Essays about: "Sourcing strategies"

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  1. 1. Supply Chain Disruptions : A case study on the effects the Covid-19 pandemic and the Ukraine conflict has had on sustainability work within supply chains in the automotive industry

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

    Author : Magnus Ramsköld; [2024]
    Keywords : Supply chain; disruptions; resilience; sustainability; automotive; Värdekedjor; störningar; resiliens; hållbarhet;

    Abstract : The invasion of Ukraine during early 2022 resulted in significant disruptions for supply chains globally. With massive delays and resource shortages, many companies have found a need to rethink their approach to resilience to not be as affected by future disruptions of similar proportions. READ MORE

  3. 2. Bridging Borders: Exploring Impacts of Cultural Differences on Achieving Cross-Border M&A Harmonization - A Case Study

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

    Author : Piervincenzo Forte; Leonard von Stackelberg; [2023-07-18]
    Keywords : Cross-border M A; Culture; HQ-subsidiary relationship; Local sourcing; Local legitimacy; Cross-border M A harmonization;

    Abstract : Cross-border M&A has become a popular strategy for firms to enter new markets. Even though the advantages of cross-border M&A are well known, it is important to gain a deeper understanding of the procedure. Therefore, our study aims to add to the body of knowledge by examining the variables that affect the harmonization of cross-border M&A. READ MORE

  4. 3. Mitigation of supply chain uncertainties caused by material shortage : A case study with Loccioni

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för samhällsbyggnad och industriell teknik

    Author : Juliane Wloch; [2023]
    Keywords : Supply chain risk management; supply disruption management; semiconductor shortage; Small- and Medium-sized Enterprises;

    Abstract : The ongoing semiconductor shortage impacts organizations throughout the supply chain operationally and financially. Limited material for a sudden increase in demand during the Covid-19 pandemic led to a heightened supplier power and result in the prioritization of customers. READ MORE

  5. 4. Managing the procurement process during scale-up: A case study of a European Battery Manufacturer

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

    Author : Lisa Bergqvist; Sofia Holm Öste; [2023]
    Keywords : procurement process; purchasing; expansion framework; battery manufactures; scale-up; ramp-up; Inköpsprocess; expansion ramverk; batteritillverkare;

    Abstract : The European battery market is in rapid growth and the industry actors are ramping up production as well as exploring international expansion opportunities. However, due to the relative novelty of the industry in Europe, there is a lack of benchmark companies and established frameworks for successful expansion. READ MORE

  6. 5. Managing supply risks post pandemic : Understanding gaps in organizational decision-making and proposing a tool to manage differences

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

    Author : Aron Joshi; [2023]
    Keywords : manufacturing; supply chain risk management; performance; decision-making; trade-offs; Tillverkning; riskhantering av försörjningskedjor; förmåga; beslutsfattande; avvägning;

    Abstract : Effective supply chain risk management has become crucial for companies as supply chains have become more complex and integrated due to decades of globalization. The outbreak of the Covid-19 pandemic has highlighted the fragility of global supply chains and the necessity of manufacturing companies to have a robust supply chain in order to be resilient towards supply chain disruptions. READ MORE