Essays about: "characteristics of Global business environment"

Showing result 21 - 25 of 33 essays containing the words characteristics of Global business environment.

  1. 21. Flexibility in Supply Chain. A case study of ICA AB (Non-Food/Clothing) and sub-case of ZARA

    University essay from IHH, Centre of Logistics and Supply Chain Management

    Author : Nastassia Povarava; Natalija Borovkova; [2012]
    Keywords : Supply Chain Flexibility; Uncertainty; Supply Chain Characteristics; Firm Performance; Textile Industry; Fast Fashion; ICA AB; ZARA.;

    Abstract : Problem – The essential problem being analyzed in the research paper is the methods of improving supply chain flexibility under certain circumstances and constrains that are imposed on the company. Purpose - The paper aims at providing suggestions on improvement of supply chain flexibility for ICA AB (Clothing) based on comparative analysis on sub-case study of ZARA. READ MORE

  3. 22. Improved Sourcing Flexibility through Strategic Procurement : A Case Study in a Global Manufacturing Company

    University essay from KTH/Industriell ekonomi och organisation (Avd.)

    Author : Arian Borhanazad; Martin Tran; [2012]
    Keywords : Sourcing flexibility; Strategic procurement; Sourcing strategies; Purchasing portfolio models;

    Abstract : Background – Increase in global competition, technological changes and demanding customers have resulted in more knowledge-intensive, unstable, complicated and an uncertain environment. In order to overcome these demand uncertainties and tough circumstances, manufacturers are required to investigate methods to increase flexibility. READ MORE

  4. 23. Pre-Internationalization Process of SMEs

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

    Author : Boris Simic; [2011-07-21]
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    Abstract : Although there has been a considerable amount of research focused on explaining SME internationalization behavior, the pre-internationalization phase has been left relatively ignored. This paper has recognized the need for a new, and more updated, pre-export model which more accurately explains the pre-export behavior of Born Globals as well as the impact of technological advancements on a decision-makers' perception of stimuli. READ MORE

  5. 24. Nordic Air Freight Market Visions for Cargo Business Development from Airport Management view-point -Based on a case study of Swedish LFV Landvetter Airport and their industry network

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

    Author : Satu Kettunen; Li Pengfei; [2010-06-23]
    Keywords : Nordic Air freight; Air cargo industry; Air freight Development; Aviation Industry; services; Airport Management; Airport Development; business development; Airport Marketing; Airport systems; market situation; competition; market forces; Competitive analysis; Strategy;

    Abstract : Severe financial crisis sweeping the world causes international trade to fall down sharper than expected in 2009. As taking care of goods physical movement, the transportation industry has been severely impacted and the air freight business with it. READ MORE

  6. 25. The rural agribusiness development and environmental conservation in highland areas of Peru : An analysis of the current and future situation of organic farming in three districts of the Lurin River Basin

    University essay from KTH/Industriell ekologi

    Author : Guido Atilio Vega Moreno; [2010]
    Keywords : rural agribusiness; agroecology; environmental conservation; small-farmers;

    Abstract : Rural agro-industry gives added value to peasant’s agricultural production. In Peru, many small farmers from highland areas are linked in this activity as a means of subsistence. These farmers, since ancient times, have performed all their field activities in balance with nature. READ MORE