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1. 1. The road to an accurate cost estimation in engineer-to-order manufacturing - A case study of cost estimation accuracy within advanced technology development in a defence and security company

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

   Author : Lawin Anwar; Sandra Barría Colliander; [2023-07-03]
   Keywords : Engineer-to-order; new product development; cost management; cost engineering; cost estimation error; cost overruns; cost estimation accuracy; project management;

   Abstract : Estimating the costs of a project is a vital part of manufacturing organisations as estimations are what set the basis for the price of the products. Precise estimates allow for effective planning and resource allocation, ensuring that the necessary materials, equipment, and personnel are available to complete the project on time and within budget. READ MORE

3. 2. 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

4. 3. Barriers and Enablers for Repurposing Vehicle Components in Cross-Sector Collaborations : A Case Study of a Swedish Vehicle Manufacturer

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

   Author : Elin Kjellberg; Violet Mirgati; [2023]
   Keywords : circular economy; circular business model; cross-sector collaboration; transportation industry; repurpose; circulär ekonomi; cirkulär affärsmodell; tvärsektionella samarbeten; transportindustrin; repurpose; återbruk;

   Abstract : Sweden's economy is currently heavily dependent on a linear economy model, where raw material ultimately is discarded as waste. The linear approach is unsustainable for manufacturing companies in the long term. READ MORE

5. 4. Managing the Implementation of Metal Additive Manufacturing : A Case Study at SAAB

   University essay from Högskolan i Halmstad/Akademin för företagande, innovation och hållbarhet

   Author : Emily Weimar; Eric Antila; [2023]
   Keywords : Metal Additive Manufacturing; MAM; Implementation; Diffusion; Adoption; Innovation; Challenges; Overcoming; Immature Technology; Product Development;

   Abstract : As industries are transitioning towards mass customisation, manufacturers are looking for alternative techniques that can support the need for a more innovative, flexible, and sustainable production process. One such technique that is currently gaining a lot of momentum is Additive Manufacturing (AM). READ MORE

6. 5. Circular Construction : A Study of Reuse Practices in the Construction Industry from a Consultant´s Perspective

   University essay from KTH/Skolan för arkitektur och samhällsbyggnad (ABE)

   Author : Johan Åberg; Jacob Foconi; [2023]
   Keywords : Reuse; Circular Economy; Construction Industry; Resource Use; Embodied Environmental Impact; Återbruk; Cirkulär Ekonomi; Byggbranschen; Resursanvändning; Inbäddad Miljöpåverkan;

   Abstract : In light of the need to reduce resource usage and mitigate the climate impact of the Swedish construction industry, the adoption of reusing secondary materials has gained significant attention as an alternative construction process. This approach not only addresses environmental concerns, but also aims to transition from the prevailing "make-take-waste" system of resource management. READ MORE