Essays about: "procurement purchasing"

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1. 1. 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

3. 2. 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

4. 3. Estimating Impacts Using LCA in Procurement Processes : A case study for a multinational networking and telecommunications company

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

   Author : Gustav Westling; [2023]
   Keywords : Procurement; Sustainability; Sourcing; Life Cycle Analysis; Life Cycle Assessment; LCA; SCM; Supply Chain Management; Inköp; Hållbarhet; Strategiskt inköp; Livscykelanalys; LCA; SCM; Försörjningskedjehantering; Supply chain-hantering;

   Abstract : This thesis investigates how a company can implement life cycle analysis (LCA) into procurement. The thesis also explores the potential synergies between the LCA and procurement. A single casestudy was utilized for this purpose. It uses LCAs using a simplified methodology, interviews, and a literature review to carry out the study. READ MORE

5. 4. A Logistical Perspective on Dynamic Purchasing Systems : Investigating the Supplier Perspective

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

   Author : Charlie Barron; [2023]
   Keywords : Dynamic Purchasing Systems; Public Procurement;

   Abstract : This study investigates Dynamic Purchasing Systems’ (DPS) supplier perspectiveand frameworks’ supplier perspective. DPSs were introduced in to the Swedish 2016procurement laws and few studies have been conducted looking into the procedurein a logistical view. READ MORE

6. 5. Operational resilience strategies in times of global disruptions : A study of a Swedish national energy company

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

   Author : Gustav Lindstrand; Anna Oldestam; [2023]
   Keywords : operational resilience; procurement strategy; supply chain disruptions.; operational resilience; inköpsstrategi; supply chain disruptions.;

   Abstract : This study investigates strategies for improving the operational resilience, i.e. an organisation’s capacity to minimise, manage, and recover from disruptions quickly, ensuring continuity in its primary business processes. READ MORE