Essays about: "logistics KPIs"
Showing result 6 - 10 of 14 essays containing the words logistics KPIs.
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6. Sustainable logistics service providers : A qualitative case study of future technology and IT solutions attributes for 3PL clients
University essay from KTH/Skolan för industriell teknik och management (ITM)Abstract : The growing demand for commerce has disrupted the market's supply chains. To manage the customer demands, contracting a third-party logistics (3PL) can help make the chain more resource efficient. Actions such as implementing sustainable technology and IT infrastructure are important to invest in. READ MORE
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7. Modelling and Optimization of Simultaneous Froward- and Reverse Logistics as Capacitated Vehicle Routing Problem : An optimization simulation model problem
University essay from KTH/Skolan för elektroteknik och datavetenskap (EECS)Abstract : Environmental issues are a vital concern in today’s world. The Swedish government and local businesses are developing a sustainable business and eco-friendly environment for city inhabitants. Last-mile pickup and delivery services are a key concern, which significantly impacts the environment and society. READ MORE
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8. Sustainable transportation and mapping of logistics activities - With the goal of having fossil-free transportation by 2030
University essay from Lunds universitet/Teknisk logistik; Lunds universitet/Institutionen för teknisk ekonomi och logistikAbstract : Today’s supply chains have become more global than ever before, which has brought out an enormous increase in environmental damage such as CO2 emissions. In an initiative to become more environmentally friendly, Swedish Food Federation has launched a joint sustainability manifest. READ MORE
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9. Managing the bi-directional flow of materials to increase customer satisfaction and reduce cost : A case study at Sandvik Mining and Rock Technology
University essay from Högskolan i Gävle/Industriell ekonomiAbstract : Purpose: This thesis explores the bi-directional flows of material perceived by manufacturing firms in the supply chain and accordingly derive suggestions to properly manage these flows to increase customer satisfaction and reduce cost. Methods: A literature review was summarized in a conceptual framework. READ MORE
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10. Fostering Innovation and Trust when Contracting Service Suppliers : A Case Study at a Retail Company
University essay from KTH/Industriell produktionAbstract : Manufacturing and retail companies outsource their logistics activities to third party logisticsproviders to focus on, and enhance, core competencies. Outsourcing is associated with severalbenefits, e.g. decreasing costs and more flexibility, but it also inherent risks. READ MORE