Essays about: "value chains"

Showing result 31 - 35 of 308 essays containing the words value chains.

  1. 31. The European Commission’s approach to combatting forced labour in global supply chains : Critical frame analysis of the Proposal by the European Commission for a ban on products made with forced labour

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Teologiska institutionen

    Author : Clara Selderman; [2023]
    Keywords : Forced labour; human rights; European Union; European Commission; unfair competition; economic operator; remedy; framing; policy problem; supply chain; value chain; corporate responsibility; business and human rights;

    Abstract : Forced labour presents a severe human rights violation and affects about 27.6 million people worldwide. Most forced labour in the private economy takes place in businesses linked to the global market economy. In efforts against forced labour, it is therefore crucial to address the role of business operations in global supply chains. READ MORE

  3. 32. Net-zero transition for companies– hindering and supporting factors : The influence of SBTi, sustainability reporting, and ratings

    University essay from Högskolan Dalarna/Institutionen för kultur och samhälle

    Author : Johanna Flood; [2023]
    Keywords : Net-zero; transition; SBTi; sustainability reporting; sustainability ratings; CDP;

    Abstract : The emissions of greenhouse gases need to be cut by 45% between 2010 and 2030 and reach net-zero by around 2050 (IPCC, 2018) to limit global temperature-rise to 1,5 degrees C. More companies are committing to net-zero emissions, but the overall emissions of greenhouse gases in the world are still going up, and previous research shows that there is an implementation gap and lack of plans in companies. READ MORE

  4. 33. Assessing the Impact of Centralizationon Safety Stock : A Scenario Based Case Study to Support Companies Exploring the Benefits of Utilizing a Centralized Warehouse Strategy in the Absence of Historical Data

    University essay from KTH/Produktionsutveckling

    Author : Shashank Koundinya; Emil Ekendahl; [2023]
    Keywords : Safety Stock; Centralized Warehousing; Inventory Strategy; Data Modelling; Supply Chain Management;

    Abstract : This master thesis investigates the comparison between centralized and decentralized warehousing systems, focusing on the variation in safety stock levels and the associated safety stock holding value. The aim of this research is to address the existing knowledge gap by introducing a methodology that utilizes scenario analysis in different potential locations, incorporating a range of plausible future circumstances and integrating them into a sophisticated mathematical model. READ MORE

  5. 34. Unlocking the Potential of Hydrogen Gas-Based Mobility : A Solution-Oriented Business Model Approach

    University essay from Linköpings universitet/Institutionen för ekonomisk och industriell utveckling

    Author : Haris Topalovic; Frans Trygg; [2023]
    Keywords : Solution-Oriented Business Model; Business Ecosystem; Mobility; Hydrogen;

    Abstract : Trends in the surrounding society have made companies more interdependent and increased the number of actors in value chains, emphasizing the importance of business ecosystems. This is especially relevant for the hydrogen gas-based mobility ecosystem, as it presents novel opportunities for delivering solutions in relatively uncharted territory. READ MORE

  6. 35. Mandatory Human Rights Due Diligence: A study on sources of international business and human rights law, and stakeholder engagement in the context of the EU’s sustainability due diligence directive

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Juridiska institutionen; Lunds universitet/Juridiska fakulteten

    Author : Aram Shokor Qasim; [2023]
    Keywords : public international law; law; soft law; hard law; CSDDD; sustainability; Law and Political Science;

    Abstract : The European Council’s proposal for a corporate sustainability due diligence directive (the “Proposal”) aims to introduce obligations and respon-sibilities for some companies (“Company/Companies”) related to sustainability matters. Part of the reasons for the Proposal was the emergence of global value chains, which are prone to contain human rights violations. READ MORE