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  1. 1. LEAN In The Swedish Armed Forces

    University essay from Mälardalens universitet/Akademin för innovation, design och teknik

    Author : Nadia Al-Hakim; [2023]
    Keywords : Lean Philosophy; Lean Thinking; Military logistics; JIT; Lean; Försvarslogistik; JIT;

    Abstract : Date: 4th of June 2023 Level: Master thesis within Industrial Engineering and Management, Product and Process development – 30 credits. Institution: School of Innovation, Design, and Engineering at Mälardalen’s University Author: Nadia Al-Hakim Title: Lean in the Swedish Armed Forces Keywords: Lean Philosophy; Lean Thinking; Military logistics; JIT Research Question: What are the potential enablers and barriers to adapting the Lean philosophy in military logistics operations? Purpose: This study aims to investigate the potential challenges of implementing the Lean philosophy in the Swedish Armed Forces’ logistics. READ MORE

  2. 2. Purchasing and digitalization in an era of turbulence

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Teknisk logistik

    Author : Vishal Natesan; Emil Sarajlic; [2023]
    Keywords : Supplying; digitisation; digitalization; Artificial Intelligence; Turbulence; Delivery performance; Duni Group; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : Abstract Title: Purchasing and digitalization in an era of turbulence Authors: Emil Sarajlic & Vishal Natesan Supervisor: Wilbert Baerwaldt, Director Sourcing and Value Chain at Duni AB Louise Bildsten, Department of Industrial Management & Logistics, Faculty of Engineering, Lund University Examiner: Jan Olhager, Department of Industrial Management & Logistics, Faculty of Engineering, Lund University Background: This research delves into the uncertainties and challenges encountered in global supply chain operations, exacerbated by unpredictable events such as the COVID-19 pandemic and the 2021 Suez Canal obstruction. These disruptions can lead to stock-outs, poor capacity utilization, and the need for expensive buffers. READ MORE

  3. 3. Exploring Circular BESS for the Commercial and Industrial Sector: A customer-centric perspective

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Internationella miljöinstitutet

    Author : Luca Schumann; [2023]
    Keywords : BESS; Circular Economy; Circularity strategies; Customer journey; Digital enabler; Earth and Environmental Sciences;

    Abstract : In recent years, battery energy storage systems (BESS) have gained prominence as a key technology enabling much needed electricity grid flexibility while simultaneously providing distinct value to its end-users. With the anticipated increase of residual value holding used batteries from mobility applications entering the market, more and more companies are looking to construct BESS offers around these second-life batteries in an attempt to unlock the potential of circular business offers. READ MORE

  4. 4. Achieving enhanced integration of sustainability into supply chain through implementation of effective strategies in environmental, economic, and social fronts

    University essay from Mälardalens universitet/Akademin för innovation, design och teknik

    Author : Heor Aula; [2022]
    Keywords : Globalization; Sustainability; Supply chain network; firm performance; Governance gaps; Innovative sustainable strategies; Integration;

    Abstract : Manufacturing industries have adopted globalization as a strategy to improve the reach of their products/services, bringing them closer to the customer and utilizing the cost advantage in emerging economies, better availability of resources such as raw materials, and cheaper workforce. However, with globalization came a fair share of obstacles in effectively managing the operations of a complex supply chain network spread across the globe. READ MORE

  5. 5. Design and Implementation of Downtime Management System for Assembly Production : Software specification and practical challenges

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för elektroteknik och datavetenskap (EECS)

    Author : Gustav Dowling; [2022]
    Keywords : Overall equipment efficiency; Assembly manufacturing; Automotive Industry; Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition; Information Systems; Downtime management; Overall Equipment Efficiency; Monterings produktion; Fordonsindustri; Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition; Information Systems; Stopptidshantering;

    Abstract : The usage of information technology (IT) systems has become an integral part of assembly manufacturing. Supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems are widely used in order to control production cycles and monitor equipment such as conveyor belts. READ MORE