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  1. 1. Supporting servitization via the Internet of Things: the ES provider viewpoint : A case study of the multinational ES provider IFS and its customers

    University essay from Linköpings universitet/Industriell ekonomi

    Author : Fredrik Oskarsson; Joakim Gernelin Wallin; [2018]
    Keywords : ES provider; servitization; IoT; Internet of Things; Enterprise System; ERP; Enterprise Resource Planning; Product Service System; Integrated Product Service Offering; IPSO; PSS;

    Abstract : Servitization is a popular term referring to the innovation of an organization’s capabilities and processes to better create mutual value through a shift from selling products to selling Product-Service Systems. It is generally regarded as an innovative business model with great potential for smoother revenue streams, higher profit margins and longer, more closely-knit customer relationships. READ MORE

  3. 2. R&D efficiency and Ownership: Evidence from the Biotechnology Sector in China

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Nationalekonomiska institutionen

    Author : Mårten Berg; [2012]
    Keywords : Data envelopment analysis; Biotechnology; R D efficiency; China; Ownership; Business and Economics;

    Abstract : In the west, out-innovating China has been a frequent proposal to deal with the feared threat posed by China’s rapid industrialization. However, China is not content with being only a manufacturing economy and has subsequently introduced multiple programs to foster research and development domestically. READ MORE

  4. 3. Low Cost Country Sourcing: An introduction for companies on the verge of starting their LCC sourcing initiatives

    University essay from Handelshögskolan i Stockholm/Institutionen för marknadsföring och strategi

    Author : Shirin Javaheri; [2007]
    Keywords : Low-cost country sourcing; Global sourcing; Outsourcing; Low-cost countries;

    Abstract : This thesis was originally written on behalf of ASSA ABLOY AB, a company on the verge of increasing its low-cost country sourcing. The main purpose of this thesis was to investigate which type of products are most suitable to source in low-cost countries and which type of contractual business form that is most suitable for sourcing in low-cost countries. READ MORE

  5. 4. Strategic alliances in the dairy industry : with special reference to Arla Foods

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Economics

    Author : Sofia Hedberg; [2004]
    Keywords : co-operatives; cooperatives; dairy industry; strategic alliances; acquisitions; mergers; joint ventures; Arla Foods; Campina; Danone; Friesland Coberco; Resource-Based Theory;

    Abstract : European dairy firms face intensified competition and continuously new challenges raised by a more dynamic business environment. Many important market players affect the dairy business environment; retailers are subject to structural changes as they are internationalizing and consolidating, food service is a fast growing sector, consumer demand is shifting and changes in the agricultural policy will influence future strategies. READ MORE