Essays about: "purchasing department case study"

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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

  2. 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

  3. 3. Consumers’ perception of climate-smart wine packaging : a case study on Systembolaget

    University essay from SLU/Department of Molecular Sciences

    Author : Nicole Chidiac; Iris Lundquist; [2023]
    Keywords : Wine packaging; climate impact; consumer behavior; sustainability labels; ; CSR; Alpabeth Theory;

    Abstract : Environmental concerns in the wine industry are getting more attention worldwide, making it important to shift to more sustainable practices. One of the most significant CO2e emissions originates from wine glass bottles as packaging material. READ MORE

  4. 4. Applying Purchasing Category Management on a purchasing department to increase its performances : A case study with a luxury automotive manufacturer

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

    Author : Victor Erik Vincent Cardenas; [2021]
    Keywords : Supply-chain; Purchasing; Purchasing Category Management; Purchasing performance; Automotive Manufacturer;

    Abstract : Nowadays, manufacturing companies compete as much with their products as with their supply-chain. Within the overarching stages of supply-chain, purchasing is a process that responds to the organizations needs of acquiring raw materials, components and semi-finished products in order to enable the execution of operations. READ MORE

  5. 5. An Exploratory Study of Sourcing Options for Alternative Materials to Leather - A Case Study at IKEA of Sweden

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Teknisk logistik

    Author : Akashdeep Maheshwari; David Marriaga Diaz; [2021]
    Keywords : Sustainability; Corporate Sustainability; Leather; Coated fabrics; Leather alternatives; Circular supply chain; Sustainable supply chain management; Purchasing strategic management; Supplier selection; LCA.; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : Abstract Title: An exploratory study of sourcing options for alternative materials to leather. Authors: Akashdeep Maheshwari and David Marriaga Diaz – Master Students in Logistics & Supply Chain Management. Division of Engineering Logistics. Lunds Tekniska Högskola (LTH), Lund University. READ MORE