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  1. 1. Optimization of aftermarket logistics with dual supply chains for Sandvik AB

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

    Author : Gopalakrishnan Srinivasan; Akshay Hingmire; [2020]
    Keywords : Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : Background: Aftermarket logistics is important for a manufacturing company to maintain customer satisfaction in the long run. However, the supply chain set for aftermarket parts is equally crucial as the original equipment. Modification or optimization of the logistics systems for slow-moving aftermarket items is inevitable. READ MORE

  3. 2. Mining under the Sustainable Development Framework

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Statsvetenskapliga institutionen

    Author : Sophia Hallqvist; [2019]
    Keywords : local economic development; sustainable development; human capital; community development; mining companies; diversification; employment; Social Sciences;

    Abstract : Up until the late 1990s, the mining industry as a whole has been scrutinised for being unsuitable. In response to heavy criticism, nowadays several mining companies has adopted sustainable development principles, namely the ICMM sustainable development Framework. READ MORE

  4. 3. Sub-Saharan Africa and the 4th Industrial Revolution Technological Leapfrogging as a Strategy to enhance Economic Growth?

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Ekonomisk-historiska institutionen

    Author : Ann-Kristin Gross; [2019]
    Keywords : 4th Industrial Revolution; Sub-Saharan Africa; Economic Growth; East Asian Miracle; Technological Leapfrogging; Business and Economics;

    Abstract : The 4th Industrial Revolution provides a window of opportunity for the developing world and in particular, Sub-Saharan Africa to catch-up in terms of social and economic development by enhancing growth through technological advances. At the same time, it bears the risk for Sub-Saharan Africa to fall even further behind if technological advances cannot be absorbed into the region’s economies. READ MORE

  5. 4. Analysis of forest industry exports with RoRo ships - Port of Gothenburg

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

    Author : Henrik Kappelin; [2018-07-02]
    Keywords : ;

    Abstract : The forestry industry play a significant role for Swedish exports, where the sector produce a large variety of products, including paper, pulp and sawn timber. By nature of the products, the industry export large physical volumes of low value goods, adding increasing demands on transport providers. READ MORE

  6. 5. An Explorative study into growth strategies used for developing a large-scale niche dairy Industry in Ireland

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Förpackningslogistik

    Author : Brendan Crosse; [2017]
    Keywords : Organic milk; sheep milk; goat milk; Irish dairy; core competencies; growth strategies; SWOT analysis; VRIO analysis; collaboration; Packaging and Product selection; Business and Economics; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : The Irish dairy industry has seen significant growth in recent times. It is also seen as one of key drivers in the Irish government’s plans to grow food and drink exports. However, there is an environmental cost to this. The niche dairy industry has been stagnant for years. READ MORE