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1. 1. Circular economy of spare parts and data-driven analytics - “Unlocking Sustainable Value: Analyzing Buyback Policy Circularity Performance in Volvo Group’s Reverse Supply Chain - A Renault Trucks Case Study”

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

   Author : Vladyslav Zahladko; [2023-07-20]
   Keywords : closed-loop supply chain; reverse logistics; buyback policy; circular economy; performance measurement; supply chain analytics;

   Abstract : To address the current environmental challenges, companies are steadily shifting from a linear to a circular model in their daily operations. This process implies supplementing the traditional forward logistics with a reverse flow, enabling the reuse, remanufacturing, and recycling of existing products. READ MORE

3. 2. Supply Chain Transparency in the Scandinavian Automotive Industry

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

   Author : Ali Alipourfallahpasand; Erik Örjas; [2023-07-19]
   Keywords : Supply Chain Management; complexity; transparency; information flow; collaboration; stakeholders; technological advancements; sustainability; procurement;

   Abstract : The automotive industry can be characterized as a highly competitive and dynamic landscape, where effective supply chain management practices are crucial for meeting consumer demands and ensuring sustainable operations. Transparency across the supply chain is vital for building trust and collaboration among supply chain stakeholders. READ MORE

4. 3. Increasing Supply Chain Sustainability Performance through Suppliers : Increasing Supply Chain Sustainability Performance through Suppliers

   University essay from Jönköping University/JTH, Industriell organisation och produktion

   Author : Yunyi Xu; Matilda Svensson Duric; [2023]
   Keywords : Environmental Sustainability; Environmental Sustainability Performance; Supply Chain; Supply Chain Management; Supplier; Supplier Management; Performance;

   Abstract : Purpose: The purpose of this study is to explore how a multinational company in the automotive industry manages its suppliers in order to increase the environmental sustainability performance of its supply chain. To fulfill this purpose, a research question has been established: 1. READ MORE

5. 4. Exploration of the Strategic Sourcing Orientation in Automotive Industry - A Study Examining the Strategic Sourcing Orientation for Original Equipment Manufacturers in the Automotive Industry and Connecting it with the Agility of the Firms’ Supply Chain

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

   Author : Ali Ahmed; Lina Nashabat; [2022-07-05]
   Keywords : Electric Vehicle; Strategic Sourcing; Strategic Sourcing Orientation; Original Equipment Manufacturer; Research and Development; Supply Chain Management; Firm’s Supply Chain Agility; Transaction Cost Theory; Internal Combustion Engine; Key Performance Indicator;

   Abstract : Automotive industry is constantly changing, which has put an excessive stress on processes within the Original Equipment Manufacturers supply chain. The process of sourcing strategies is one major source to a firm’s supply chain agility. READ MORE

6. 5. Backshore Once Offshored Manufacturing? : Exploring Sustainability as a Driver for Backshoring Decisions in Sweden

   University essay from KTH/Hållbar utveckling, miljövetenskap och teknik

   Author : Valeria Bracamonte Nuñez; [2022]
   Keywords : offshoring; backshoring; sustainability; environmental system analysis tools; environmental decision making; Swedish automotive industry and global steel industry;

   Abstract : This master thesis has been conducted for Hanza Holding AB which is a global company with production facilities grouped into local clusters in proximity to its clients. The company has experienced an increased demand from companies seeking to relocate their production back to their home countries to be closer to their end markets. READ MORE