Essays about: "Volvo"
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11. Factors influencing effective safety stock dimensioning in inventory management - A case study within the automotive industry
University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate SchoolAbstract : Poor inventory management affects many companies today which has a negative impact on both company profits and the level of customer service provided. A critical aspect of inventory management involves maintaining a balance between safety stock levels and customer service level. READ MORE
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12. Investigating successful performance measures for spare part providers operating as cost centers – based on the case study in an international organization
University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate SchoolAbstract : The research finds a solution to the problem of measuring performance for a cost center that is in the aftermarket supply business. It is based on a case study at Volvo Group’s Service Market Logistics division responsible for supplying spare parts to its dealers. READ MORE
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13. The Potential of Intentional Ambiguity: The Role of Leadership Development Programmes in Organisational Change
University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate SchoolAbstract : This paper examines the role of leadership development programmes (LDPs) in organisational change, through a case study of Volvo Group's Exploration programme aimed at emerging leaders. Through 27 interviews divided between executive members, programme facilitators and former programme participants, a more detailed picture is painted about the programme and the organisation’s change effort from a rule-based to a value-based approach to leadership. READ MORE
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14. Talent Retention: Retaining Young Employees in a Large and Established Organization with an Aging Workforce - A case study within Volvo Group Digital & IT
University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate SchoolAbstract : Talent retention has become an increasingly important issue in recent years, especially when young people are entering the job market. Those young employees are more likely to switch jobs and at the same time place higher expectations on their employers. READ MORE
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15. DIRECT-TO-COMSUMER MODEL IN THE AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY The impact of transition to a direct-to consumer business model by an incumbent manufacturer on its retailers: a case study of Volvo Cars
University essay from Institutionen för tillämpad informationsteknologiAbstract : Digitalisation has enabled and shown the opportunity to car manufacturers. They are transforming themselves and a by-product of change is the transformation of their business model. Digital technologies have enabled manufacturers to connect directly with consumers. READ MORE