Essays about: "Technology Shifts"

Showing result 21 - 25 of 184 essays containing the words Technology Shifts.

  1. 21. From Cubicles to Collaboration : A study on the Transformation of Government Office Spaces Driven by Cost-Efficiency, Digitalization, and Modernization

    University essay from KTH/Fastighetsföretagande och finansiella system

    Author : Sara Ghaemi Flores; [2023]
    Keywords : Authorities premises; The Principal-Agent theory; New Institutional Organization theory; Activity-Based Offices; Myndigheters lokaler; Principal-Agentteori; Teorin om nya instituionella organisationer; Aktivitetsbaserade kontor;

    Abstract : Over time, the office spaces of authorities have evolved, with external influences like pandemics accelerating the transition towards flexible, activity-based workplaces. Despite resistance, attitudes are slowly becoming positive towards modern, adaptable offices. READ MORE

  3. 22. Changes in Energy Efficiency Implementation due to the EU Taxonomy : An Analysis of Shifts in Property Owning Companies’ Strategies

    University essay from KTH/Fastighetsföretagande och finansiella system

    Author : Benjamin Wiphagen; Sergiu Farcas Lohan; [2023]
    Keywords : ESG; EU-Taxonomy; Framework; Real Estate Companies; Energy Efficiency; Incentives; Drivers; Green Financing; Brand Equity; ESG; EU-Taxonomi; Ramverk; Fastighetsbolag; Energieffektivitet; Incitament; Drivkrafter; Varumärkeskapital;

    Abstract : This study examines the impact of the EU Taxonomy on the goals, strategies andimplementation of energy efficiency measures of two property-owning companies. Acomparative analysis examines how these goals, strategies and implementations have changedbefore and after the taxonomy came into effect. To do this, a before-after perspective has beenchosen. READ MORE

  4. 23. Reclaiming rhythm and control : - Practising digital minimalism in a speeding society

    University essay from Örebro universitet/Institutionen för humaniora, utbildnings- och samhällsvetenskap

    Author : Lisa Elliot; [2023]
    Keywords : Digital minimalism; disconnection; resistance; control; social acceleration; attention economy; smartphone;

    Abstract : Many individuals in late modern society share experiences of an accelerating pace of life, time scarcity, and a pressure to keep up with the fast pace of change as well as a necessity to stay digitally connected. As a reaction to this, some individuals engage in attempts to disconnect from the online world and their digital devices as they seek to regain control and slow down the pace in life. READ MORE

  5. 24. When is Electric Freight Cost Competitive? : Computational modeling and simulation of total cost of ownership for electric truck fleets

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

    Author : Anton Zackrisson; [2023]
    Keywords : electric freight; battery-electric trucks; total cost of ownership; decision making under deep uncertainty DMDU ; cost-competitiveness; exploratory modeling and analysis EMA ; EMA workbench; quasi-Monte Carlo method; VRP; EVRP; elektrifiering; godstransport; elektriska lastbilar; total ägandekostnad; kostnadskonkurrenskraft; ruttoptimering;

    Abstract : Battery electric trucks (BETs) offer environmental benefits in terms of reduced carbon emissions and enhanced energy efficiency but have been challenged with economic viability compared to conventional internal combustion engine trucks (ICETs) caused by substantial acquisition costs, limited charging infrastructure, and concerns regarding range and payload capacity.  Previous studies focus on TCO at the vehicle or policy level but overlook the system and firm-level impacts. READ MORE

  6. 25. Living Forms

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Industridesign

    Author : Zhijian Xiong; [2023]
    Keywords : Arts and Architecture; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : This project is about imagining new ways we live at home, and new objects to take place. The project is based on personal interests, short case studies, and observation on current human conditions. READ MORE