Essays about: "logistics problem"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 289 essays containing the words logistics problem.

  1. 1. Investigating successful performance measures for spare part providers operating as cost centers – based on the case study in an international organization

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

    Author : Emil Strand; Shikhar Agnihotri; [2023-06-29]
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    Abstract : The research finds a solution to the problem of measuring performance for a cost center that is in the aftermarket supply business. It is based on a case study at Volvo Group’s Service Market Logistics division responsible for supplying spare parts to its dealers. READ MORE

  3. 2. Exploring the use of mobile warehouses in midsized urban and rural regions for last-mile transportation

    University essay from Högskolan Dalarna/Institutionen för information och teknik

    Author : Mfon Etuk; Radu Ștefan Mihai; [2023]
    Keywords : Mobile Warehouse; Last-Mile Logistics; Supply Chain; Logistics; Distribution;

    Abstract : Abstract: Efficient last-mile transportation is a continuous difficulty for businesses, particularly in e-commerce, necessitating the development of creative solutions. This thesis investigates the use of mobile warehouses in mid-sized urban and rural areas to help with this problem. 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. Healthcare Production Control Maturity Model

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Teknisk logistik

    Author : Fredrik Elsnitz; Filippa Ramberg; [2023]
    Keywords : Healthcare; maturity model; production control; resource planning; capacity planning; Swedish healthcare.; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : Sweden has been struggling with bad access to healthcare. The National Healthcare Guarantee is not fulfilled, and Sweden has low productivity numbers. One suggested solution to deal with this issue is increased healthcare production control. READ MORE

  6. 5. Optimizing E-commerce Logistics: A Multi-Metric Approach to the Bin Packing Problem

    University essay from Linköpings universitet/Institutionen för datavetenskap

    Author : Vilhelm Melkstam; Anton Magnusson; [2023]
    Keywords : bin packing problem; logistics; order partitioning; e-commerce;

    Abstract : The optimization of package selection in logistics, particularly within the realm of e-commerce, offers numerous potential advantages, such as a reduction in environmental impact and decreased costs. This thesis addresses the problem of allocating items to the minimum number of packages, known as the bin packing problem, by proposing various heuristics. READ MORE