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1. 1. Understanding the Success Factors of Car Free Development: A Case Study of Stakeholder Interrelations and Management in Car Free Development

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionen

   Author : Luisa Rensing; Andrea Wessels; [2023]
   Keywords : Social Sustainability; Sustainable Urban Mobility; Car Free Development; Stakeholder Management; Business and Economics;

   Abstract : The social, environmental, and economic impact of cars in urban areas are a rising concern of the public and policy makers since motorized vehicles have several negative impacts on individual health and climate change. Car free developments have induced positive changes in all three dimensions of sustainability. READ MORE

3. 2. The Dark Side of Entrepreneurial Work: Towards an Integrative Framework of Stressors of Mental Well-being & Preventative Strategies

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionen

   Author : Sophia Horst de Cuestas; Thi Ngoc Trinh Le; [2023]
   Keywords : Mental well-being; Mental ill-being; Entrepreneurship; Preventative strategies; Integrative framework; Work stressors; Business and Economics;

   Abstract : Entrepreneurial work and the mental well-being of entrepreneurs often receive positive attention, despite evidence indicating a high prevalence of mental illness among entrepreneurs. This highlights the importance of understanding the stressors arising from entrepreneurial work that can contribute to mental ill-being as well as identifying strategies to mitigate their effects. READ MORE

4. 3. Bringing it back home? : The effects of Industry 4.0 on backshoring to the home country: A qualitative study

   University essay from Linnéuniversitetet/Institutionen för marknadsföring och turismvetenskap (MTS)

   Author : Selina Jordi; Sina Roth; [2023]
   Keywords : International Business; Backshoring; Industry 4.0; Internationalization; Offshoring; Technologies;

   Abstract : The purpose of this thesis is to study the impact of Industry 4.0 on the backshoring of international companies. As well, this thesis will provide an in-depth look of how backshoring is being carried out under the wave of Industry 4.0. READ MORE

5. 4. Struggle for Survival : A Case Study of the Reindeer Industry in Sweden

   University essay from Jönköping University/Internationella Handelshögskolan

   Author : Jury Flickenschild; Carlotta Schäfer; Matilda Östlund; [2023]
   Keywords : Reindeer Herding; Sami; Challenges; Indigenous Business; Industry Survival;

   Abstract : Background: Within capitalistic economies the notion persists that only the most efficient and profit-maximizing companies and industries, that withstand the market mechanisms, should sustain. However, market mechanisms currently do not sufficiently consider non-monetary value creation such as social and environmental contributions. READ MORE

6. 5. Challenges in establishing flexible work arrangements: an exploratory study on managers' and employees' perspectives

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionen

   Author : Liana Lammerant; Viet Tran; [2023]
   Keywords : flexible work arrangements; alternative work arrangements; new ways of working NWW ; hybrid work; COVID-19 pandemic; work policies; challenges; managers; employees; Sweden; Business and Economics;

   Abstract : The increased adoption of flexible work arrangements and changes in the habits and behaviors of employees since the COVID-19 pandemic have prompted companies to adapt their policies to accommodate these developments in the conditions of work. Despite being pioneers in flexible work arrangements, companies in Sweden still need to continuously refine their policies to meet the changing needs of their managers and employees. READ MORE