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  1. 1. Resilient Horizons: Identifying and Overcoming Disruptions in the Semiconductor Supply Chain : From Chip Woes to Chip Wows: Establishing Resilience Strategies in a World of Semiconductors

    University essay from Linköpings universitet/Logistik- och kvalitetsutveckling

    Author : Clara Hallin; Marcus Höök; [2023]
    Keywords : Resilience; Strategy; Disruption; Semiconductor; Supply Chain;

    Abstract : Disruptions such as pandemics, demand changes, and geopolitical tensions in the semiconductor supply chain are essential due to their significant impact on all industries and economies worldwide. The semiconductor industry is vital for modern technology, but disruptions can interfere with production and availability. READ MORE

  3. 2. Inventory management: A high-level analysis of selected process elements, and factors impacting plan performance - A case study at Alfa Laval

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Teknisk logistik

    Author : Danielle Schiro; Lucas Librelotto Rubin; [2023]
    Keywords : Inventory Management; Make-to-Order; Forecasting; Collaboration; Strategic Alignment; KPIs; Organizational Structures; Alfa Laval; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : Purpose: The purpose of this thesis is to increase the effectiveness of the case company, Alfa Laval’s, inventory management by finding challenges, opportunities, and gaps within its current inventory management practices. Background: An essential part of an organization’s planning and control is inventory management, which helps manage supply and demand uncertainty as well as mismatches in upstream and downstream variables, as small changes in inventory management practices can greatly impact an organization's efficiency and responsiveness. READ MORE

  4. 3. Car Dealership Markups

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Nationalekonomiska institutionen

    Author : Philip Svärd; [2022]
    Keywords : Markups; Arbitrage; Dealership; Business and Economics;

    Abstract : The scope of this analysis is to evaluate what may affect the percentage markup on new and used cars sold by dealerships across the United States. The essay will also take into account shocks to market demand and supply as relevant factors that may affect markup. READ MORE

  5. 4. Jute Farmers in Bangladesh : a study on institutional influences

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Economics

    Author : Pia Sophie Paulsen; [2022]
    Keywords : Jute farmers; Jute industry; institutional influences; Bangladesh;

    Abstract : Jute is an important cash crop in Bangladesh that provides livelihoods for millions of workers. In recent years, jute received growing attention and faced a higher global demand, due to its positive environmental attributes and its ability to replace plastics in many products. Hence, the industry has the possibility to grow. READ MORE

  6. 5. Value chain analysis : Searching for upstream value-adding in the Kenyan seaweed industry

    University essay from KTH/Hållbar utveckling, miljövetenskap och teknik

    Author : Anton Dahlberg; [2022]
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    Abstract : Growing interest for seaweed derived products in industrial applications have driven demand for tropical seaweeds in recent decades. To take part of this development, Kenya has incorporated a target of expanding its existing yet small-scale seaweed industry through the Kenyan Blue Economy agenda. READ MORE