Essays about: "social innovation projects"

Showing result 6 - 10 of 66 essays containing the words social innovation projects.

  1. 6. The Nature of Digital Extension Services in the Developing World

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Ekonomisk-historiska institutionen

    Author : Elliot Mackenzie; [2022]
    Keywords : Business and Economics;

    Abstract : The rapid diffusion of mobile phones and the internet in Kenya is hoped to be an effective solution to meeting the crucial information needs of smallholder farmers to improve their economic and environmental resilience. This thesis conducts a case study based on interviews with actors who provide digital agricultural extension services to farmers in Kenya to assess the Agricultural Innovation System (AIS), and its features and current trajectory. READ MORE

  3. 7. Digital Transformation and Agency in Construction Companies' Journey Toward Sustainability : A study of the Swedish construction industry

    University essay from Jönköping University/Internationella Handelshögskolan

    Author : Mathijs Daemen; Fanny Hansson; [2022]
    Keywords : Digital Transformation; Business Models; Sustainability; Socio-Technical Transitions; Construction Industry;

    Abstract : Background: Digital transformation is an important step in businesses’ quest for environmental sustainability, that changes their business models to create, deliver, and capture value from the use of digital technologies. Another field of research that concerns transformations, is research on socio-technical systems. READ MORE

  4. 8. Fashion Entrepreneurship in Mexico : Barriers and Opportunities to Entrepreneurship and Sustainable Practices

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Industriell teknik

    Author : Anastasia Malavolti; [2022]
    Keywords : sustainable fashion; entrepreneurship; Mexico;

    Abstract : This Master’s thesis aims at defining the opportunities and barriers to fashion entrepreneurship and sustainable practices in Mexico. Using the recent development in the studies regarding barriers and opportunities to entrepreneurship and innovation, this investigation seeks to expand on the topic and shed some light on how a particular context can affect the success of entrepreneurs in the fashion industry. READ MORE

  5. 9. IKEA’s Social Innovation Strategy at H22 : Understanding the Narrative of Social Innovation in Cities Through Living Laboratories and Communicating CSR

    University essay from Malmö universitet/Institutionen för konst, kultur och kommunikation (K3)

    Author : Magdalena Dimitrova; [2022]
    Keywords : sustainable development; corporate social responsibility; development communication; public-private partnership; storytelling;

    Abstract : To increase the understanding of the role of CSR in global development practice, this study examined ‘The Oracle’ podcast series, one of IKEA’s projects at H22, Helsingborg’s open innovation platform and city expo. The current transformations in our communities are met with traditional CSR approaches which are being exchanged for innovative models that encourage participation, consultation and engagement. READ MORE

  6. 10. The New Life Across IJ--Shaping an Innovative Community Model in Amsterdam Noord- IJ Plein in 2050

    University essay from KTH/Arkitektur

    Author : Qiwei Sun; [2022]
    Keywords : Urban Regeneration; Student Housing; Social-cultural Development; Innovative Community Design;

    Abstract : After Brexit, the city of Amsterdam has been boosting its attractive power for people around the world, becoming a major international centre in Europe and one of the most interesting social-cultural and innovation hubs of the globe. While the city grows, it pursues ambitious objectives related to sustainable development, social inclusion, housing shortage and heritage protection. READ MORE