Essays about: "shipping inventory management"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 9 essays containing the words shipping inventory management.

1. 1. Procurement riskmanagement to reducesupply disruptions : A qualitative study of Swedishapparel brands during COVID-19

   University essay from Umeå universitet/Företagsekonomi

   Author : David Lundin; Sebastian Wennberg; [2022]
   Keywords : Procurment risk management;

   Abstract : The COVID-19 outbreak has brought disturbances to a large number business as well as whole industries disrupting their supply chains, proving that most of today's companies don't have sufficient systems or strategies to evade or reduce major supply chain disruptions. One industry that was affected heavily is the fashion industry who is characterized by short lead times, globalized supply chains and volatile customer demand. READ MORE

3. 2. Exploring Managerial Challenges Emerging from Procurement of Mineral Concentrates : Case study on Boliden

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

   Author : SANJIN PEPIC; BABACK ZARIF; [2021]
   Keywords : Mining; refining; procurement; copper; complex concentrate; challenges; Gruvindustrin; raffinering; inköp; koppar; komplex koncentrat; utmaningar;

   Abstract : Procurement of copper concentrate is becoming increasingly more challenging as the general quality of concentrates are decreasing. Concentrates are now coming with higher shares of impurities and secondary materials, which makes them harder to process. READ MORE

4. 3. Analysing the Impacts of Using Direct Shipments in the Distribution Network for Spare Parts

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Teknisk logistik

   Author : Hugo Hedin; [2020]
   Keywords : Technology and Engineering;

   Abstract : Distribution is a part of the supply chain and refers to the steps taken to move and store a product from the supplier stage to the customer stage in the supply chain. Direct shipment is a concept within distribution and refers to shipping direct between a supplier and a retailer or customer. READ MORE

5. 4. Understanding supply chain uncertainties that might hinder an expansion of coffee husk-biochar production in Vietnam

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Teknisk logistik; Lunds universitet/Institutionen för teknisk ekonomi och logistik

   Author : Rikard Grill; Erik Brundin; [2020]
   Keywords : Supply chain uncertainties; supply chain responsiveness; biochar; Vietnamese coffee industry; activated carbon.; Technology and Engineering;

   Abstract : Purpose - The purpose of this thesis is to increase the understanding of supply chain uncertainties that might hinder an expansion of coffee husk-biochar production in Vietnam, and understand how the coffee husk-biochar supply chain can be configured to address these uncertainties. Methodology - A case study regarding the potential use of coffee husk-biochar as raw material for activated carbon was used to conduct this research. READ MORE

6. 5. Availability vs. Cost Efficiency : A Case Study Taking on an Integrated Approach to Spare Part Distribution in the High-Tech Industry

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

   Author : Emma Boström; Julia Lundell; [2020]
   Keywords : Spare part management; Inventory; Classification; Demand Forecasting; Distribution Network; Integrated approach; Aftermarket supply; Reservdelshantering; Lager; Klassificering; Efterfrågeprognoser; Distributionsnätverk; Integrerad strategi; Eftermarknadsförsörjning;

   Abstract : Finding the proper balance between availability and cost efficiency is an important concern within spare part management. Spare part suppliers need to respond quickly to customer demand as a stock-out can have severe consequences for both the customer and the supplier. READ MORE