Essays about: "diffusion of innovation"

Showing result 6 - 10 of 281 essays containing the words diffusion of innovation.

1. 6. HR Analytics for Competitive Advantage: Bringing organisational value while empowering the HR profession

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionen

   Author : Elin Engsfelt; Louise Rosén Fång; [2023]
   Keywords : HR Analytics; Artificial Intelligence AI ; Human Resources HR ; Legitimacy; HR Profession; HR Processes; Organisational Processes; Diffusion of Innovation Theory DOI ; Four Stages of Analytics; Isomorphism; Functions; Challenges; Business and Economics;

   Abstract : Title: HR Analytics for Competitive Advantage: Bringing organisational value while empowering the HR profession Authors: Elin Engsfelt & Louise Rosén Fång Supervisor: Rikard Larsson Problem definition: The HR profession has throughout history, and still has, a legitimacy problem, where the HR department typically becomes administrative support, rather than a strategic business partner. Purpose: Explore HR professionals' perceptions and opinions on the use of HR Analytics in their work and identify the functions and challenges that HR Analytics brings to the organisation, the HR department, and the HR profession. READ MORE

3. 7. Centering farmer perspectives on a dry-fertiliser made from human urine: a case study on Gotland, Sweden

   University essay from Lunds universitet/LUCSUS

   Author : Nicola Parfitt; [2023]
   Keywords : circular nutrient economy; human urine fertiliser; ecological sanitation; eutrophication; sustainability science; Social Sciences;

   Abstract : To reduce eutrophication and close the nutrient loop between sanitation and agriculture, innovations to recycle human waste are being further developed. As there is little research on Swedish farmer perspectives towards human urine fertilisers, this study investigates Gotlandic farmer perspectives on a dry-fertiliser derived from human urine, developed by Sanitation360. READ MORE

4. 8. Blended Finance and the Diffusion of Renewable Energy Innovation : An exploratory study on bridging the commercialization fundinggap of renewable energy projects in Southeast Asia

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

   Author : Alma Berggren Ek; [2023]
   Keywords : Blended finance; climate finance; renewable energy investments; diffusion of innovation; Southeast Asia; Blandfinansiering; klimatfinansiering; förnyelsebar energi; Sydostasien;

   Abstract : Blended finance has the past decade become an increasingly popular way for development banks in Southeast Asia to invest in renewable energy projects with the aim of mobilizing additional private investments. Although definitions of the method differ among stakeholders, blended finance is a way of blending development loans with below-market-rate funds to lower risks experienced by private investors. READ MORE

5. 9. 3D Bioprinting : Future Challenges and Entrepreneurial Possibilities of a Growing Technology

   University essay from Uppsala universitet/Tillämpad materialvetenskap

   Author : Olivia Nilsson; [2023]
   Keywords : 3D Bioprinting; Disruptive innovation; Trends; Uncertain Markets; Bioprinter; Bioink; Tissue Engineering; Drug Development; Patent; CAGR;

   Abstract : Bioprinting is one of the most promising technologies for future healthcare as it may benefit the repairing of wounds and injuries, disease modeling and development, transplantation of organs and reduce animal testing. This thesis aim to investigate this industry further, as there is no excessive literature on how to handle the innovation in regards to entrepreneurial and biotechnological knowledge. READ MORE

6. 10. The use and potential of Quality of Life as a Concept Innovation for municipal Sustainable Development Strategies : The case of Helsingborg municipality in Sweden

   University essay from Malmö universitet/Institutionen för Urbana Studier (US)

   Author : Anna Maria Bracio; Asma Mansour; [2023]
   Keywords : Diffusion of Innovation Theory; public sector innovation; concept innovation; sustainable development; Sweden; Quality of Life; citizen participation;

   Abstract : Our world today is facing unprecedented challenges in relation to creating a sustainable way of life. Urban areas have a significant potential to positively contribute to addressing these pressing challenges in sustainable development. The public sector plays a central role in ensuring a sustainable development of its municipality. READ MORE