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1. 1. A maturity Assessment for Strategic and Sustainable Sourcing : A case study of a Swedish IT consultancy firm

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

   Author : Hjalmar Thiman; Patrik Marco Karlsson; [2022]
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   Abstract : In recent years, the purchasing volume, measured as the percentage of a company's total turnover, has grown substantially and the competition expands over supply chains and external parties. As a result of this, the process of procuring goods and services provides businesses with the opportunity to add value through efficient strategies, resulting in excellent control over the sourcing process. READ MORE

3. 2. Orchestrating ecosystem and organizational transformation for digital servitization : A dynamic capabilities perspective on the evolving strategic role of procurement

   University essay from Luleå tekniska universitet/Institutionen för ekonomi, teknik, konst och samhälle

   Author : Sermed Mutter; Alexander Liljeborg; [2022]
   Keywords : Advanced services and solutions; Digital Servitization; Ecosystems; Ecosystem orchestration; Procurement; Dynamic capabilities;

   Abstract : Purpose - The purpose of the thesis is to attend to apparent knowledge gaps in digital servitization andecosystem orchestration literature concerning: (1) understanding of the internal role distribution when orchestrating ecosystems in digital servitization; (2) need for increased knowledge on the capabilities required for ecosystem orchestration. To fulfill this purpose, the following objective was derived: how procurement can develop dynamic capabilities to orchestrate ecosystem-organization collaboration in digital servitization. READ MORE

4. 3. HIGH RISK, LOW REWARD. A DEEP DIVE INTO THE PRINTING INDUSTRY : A qualitative study of procurement risk management within Swedish printing corporations

   University essay from Umeå universitet/Företagsekonomi

   Author : Malcolm Jakobsson; Carl Nensén; [2021]
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   Abstract : Globalization and digitalization are trends that are everlasting affecting the world economy. This has allowed businesses to capitalize on markets that would be impossible to reach, without a physical move, but have also resulted in new obstacles. These two trends are intertwined and come with a multitude of new risks. READ MORE

5. 4. Blockchain Smart Contracts, the new rebar in the construction industry?

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

   Author : Viktor Björklund; Tim Vincze; [2019-07-02]
   Keywords : Blockchain; Smart contracts; Construction industry; Concrete industry; Supply chain management; Supply chain financing;

   Abstract : Problem discussion and purpose - The blockchain technology, and its subset technology - smart contracts, has the potential to redefine the structure of future networks. Due to its underlying technology and its characteristics, there is a potential that blockchain smart contracts could provide benefits both within supply chain management as well as supply chain financing. READ MORE

6. 5. How to Integrate Purchasing with the Sales and Operations Planning Process

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Teknisk logistik

   Author : Matilda Davidsson; Frida Hansson; [2019]
   Keywords : Technology and Engineering;

   Abstract : Sales and Operations Planning, S&OP, is a cross-functional, collaborative business manage- ment process where the goal is to balance demand and supply through an operational plan, aligned with the strategy of the company. Alfa Laval, a Swedish manufacturer founded 1883, has during the last year implemented Sales and Operations Planning at their business unit Gasketed Plate Heat Exchangers. READ MORE