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1. Collaboration for Environmental Sustainability on Gotland, Sweden. Nature’s Blueprint: Biomimicry as a Potential Strategy.
University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för samhällsbyggnad och industriell teknikAbstract : This master's thesis explores the potential for collaboration among diverse actors on the island of Gotland to achieve environmental sustainability. The study employs the concept of biomimicry, utilising selected natural phenomena as a source of inspiration. READ MORE
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2. 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)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
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3. Middle Ground, Major Impact: The Enabling Role of Middle Managers in Digital Transformation
University essay from Handelshögskolan i Stockholm/Institutionen för företagande och ledningAbstract : In the digital age, incumbent firms must evolve to stay competitive and face the disruption brought by technological change. Companies wishing to undertake this shift not only need to acquire new digital technologies, but significantly reshape their processes and their human resources. READ MORE
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4. R&D Integration Between Subsidiary Companies : A Case Study in the Commercial Vehicle Industry
University essay from KTH/Skolan för industriell teknik och management (ITM)Abstract : Through mergers and acquisitions, automotive manufacturers can gain access to intellectual property and the ability to release advanced products and services at a faster pace and a decreased cost. This is achieved through integrating the product development capabilities of the merged or acquired companies. READ MORE
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5. Enhancing circular economy through circular public procurement : A case study within the Swedish railway industry
University essay from Luleå tekniska universitet/Industriell ekonomiAbstract : Purpose: The study aims to identify essential barriers, enablers, and incentives for including circular requirements in tender specification, to facilitate the transition from linear to circular public procurement within the railway industry, thus enhancing a circular economy. This by answering the following research questions: RQ1: What barriers and enablers for circular public procurement within the railway industry exist, and how can the enablers overcome the barriers to facilitate the transition from linear to circular public procurement to enhance a circular economy? RQ2: How can public procurers be incentivized to undergo a transition from linear to circular public procurement within the railway industry? Method: To fulfill the purpose a qualitative case study has been carried out within the Swedish railway industry, focusing on rail vehicle procurement. READ MORE