Essays about: "effects of globalization on companies"

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1. 1. Insuring the Future: Managing Risks and Disruptions within the Insurance Value Chain - A multiple case study on the commercial insurance industry

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

   Author : Ezabella Kwok; Sarah Pramle; [2023-07-19]
   Keywords : Risk; Risk Management; Commercial Insurance; Insurance Value Chain; Global Disruption; Covid-19 Pandemic;

   Abstract : Globalization has resulted in the fragmentation of business activities and participation in cross-border networks, giving rise to Global Value Chains, thus increasing vulnerability to risks and disruptions. While there is existing research on risk management in tangible product production within GVCs, there is a scarcity of literature on risk management in service industries, particularly on the Insurance Value Chain. READ MORE

3. 2. The disruption of political instability and disease on local growth : An exploratory study of Swedish SMEs´ growth during a time of decrease in globalization

   University essay from Jönköping University/Internationella Handelshögskolan

   Author : Moa Kölevik; Mikael Thompsson; [2023]
   Keywords : De-globalization; External Enabler; Globalization; SME growth;

   Abstract : Background: The current trend of a decrease in globalization has created a new scenario for SMEs, with increased protectionist measures and delivery issues, acting as an enabler or a disabler for growth. Therefore, understanding how SMEs are affected is vital, as 99. READ MORE

4. 3. The Effects of National and Organizational Culture on the Onboarding Process for Engineers in Multinational Midsize Companies : A Qualitative Analysis of the Onboarding Process at Zound Industries

   University essay from KTH/Lärande

   Author : Sabina Permats; Olle Östman Ellisson; [2021]
   Keywords : Engineers; identity; leadership; multinational midsize companies; onboarding process; organizational culture; organizational structure;

   Abstract : The necessity for a cohesive onboarding process in multinational, midsize companies has become increasingly apparent as globalization and professionalization makes requests for key talents more demanding. This study has focused on how national, and organizational culture affect the onboarding process, and how it can be adapted to increase cohesiveness on a multinational level, with respect to technology-oriented professions. READ MORE

5. 4. Working From Home, The New Normal? : A qualitative study of the working from home phenomenon’s future, through an international perspective.

   University essay from Linnéuniversitetet/Institutionen för marknadsföring (MF)

   Author : Tanya Ottosson; Emelie Back; [2021]
   Keywords : Working from home; working remote; SARS-CoV-2; COVID-19; leadership; motivation; efficiency; gender; sustainability; internationalization; globalization;

   Abstract : During the past two years, the pandemic of the SARS-CoV-2 virus has impacted where a big share of the world’s employees conducts their work. Governments around the world have encouraged people to stay at home as much as possible, in the hope of slowing down the infection rate of the virus. READ MORE

6. 5. Sourcing Globally in a Locked World - : A qualitative study of the Covid-19 Pandemic Effects on Swedish LSEs Global Sourcing Operations

   University essay from Linnéuniversitetet/Institutionen för marknadsföring (MF)

   Author : Johan Frykman Järlefelt; Emil Svensk; [2021]
   Keywords : Global Sourcing;

   Abstract : Global sourcing has made it possible for companies to purchase components from suppliers all over the world. The intention nowadays is to find the best quality at the most competitive price, distance is not as important in today’s society. Sourcing globally is natural to many companies today and has increased in recent years. READ MORE