Essays about: "international sourcing"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 36 essays containing the words international sourcing.

  1. 1. Managing International Sourcing and Manufacturing in an Allegedly Stalled Globalization - A multiple case study exploring SMEs’ international sourcing and manufacturing and the trend of the world economy

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

    Author : Elvira Tenggren; Isabella Asp; [2023-07-18]
    Keywords : SME; Sourcing; Manufacturing; Globalization; Regionalization; De-globalization; Reshoring; Network embeddedness; Efficiency-seeking; Security-seeking;

    Abstract : There have been significant events in recent years that have raised concerns about the trend of the world economy. Scholars believe these events have disrupted businesses, causing them to reconsider their GVCs, including supply chains and GPNs. READ MORE

  3. 2. Managing the procurement process during scale-up: A case study of a European Battery Manufacturer

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

    Author : Lisa Bergqvist; Sofia Holm Öste; [2023]
    Keywords : procurement process; purchasing; expansion framework; battery manufactures; scale-up; ramp-up; Inköpsprocess; expansion ramverk; batteritillverkare;

    Abstract : The European battery market is in rapid growth and the industry actors are ramping up production as well as exploring international expansion opportunities. However, due to the relative novelty of the industry in Europe, there is a lack of benchmark companies and established frameworks for successful expansion. READ MORE

  4. 3. 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

  5. 4. Stepping Outside of the Mainstream Network : The Concept of Paradiplomacy and its Relevance to Journalism

    University essay from Södertörns högskola/Institutionen för samhällsvetenskaper

    Author : Julius Harro Schmidt; [2023]
    Keywords : paradiplomacy; journalism; media; correspondent; reporting; mainstream network; Paradiplomatie; Journalismus; Medien; Korrespondent; Berichterstattung; Netzwerk;

    Abstract : This thesis explores the journalistic network, sourcing, and interactions with regard to reporting on international conflicts. As a contribution to the field of media and communication studies, this paper offers a new theoretical model of paradiplomacy in journalism and explains its relevance to the profession. READ MORE

  6. 5. The Green Road to Luxury : Insights into the Perceptions of Sustainability in the Minds of Luxury Car Consumers

    University essay from Linköpings universitet/Institutionen för ekonomisk och industriell utveckling; Linköpings universitet/Filosofiska fakulteten

    Author : Valeriia Lastovetskaia; João Pedro Alexandre Versteegen; [2023]
    Keywords : Luxury marketing; consumer behavior; decision-making; new luxury perception; automotive luxury;

    Abstract : Background The alarming speed of environmental degradation is enhancing the need to shift current production and consumption habits towards more sustainable ones. Luxury producers face the necessity to act following their responsibilities to stimulate sustainable sourcing, manufacturing, and marketing. READ MORE