Search for dissertations about: "standard-setting"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 17 swedish dissertations containing the word standard-setting.
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1. Gaining influence in standard-setting processes : a discussion of underlying mechanisms in 3G mobile telephony technology development
Abstract : The environment in which companies operate is such that standards become increasingly important due to the built-in rigidities resulting from previous technology investments and network externalities. The research question is: How can a market-leading company gain influence on the formation of standards perceived as vital for the company-s continued business? The purpose of the dissertation is to explore, describe, and characterise how such influence may be gained; it thus aims to reveal some of the mechanisms underlying a technology standard-setting process. READ MORE
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2. Regulating Vessel-Source Air Pollution - Standard-Setting in the Regulation of SOx Emissions
Abstract : Emissions of sulphur oxides (SOx) cause considerable global environmental and human health impacts including acidification, climate change, and increased premature deaths in human populations due to serious heart and lung diseases. Although recently revised regulations in MARPOL 73/78 Annex VI are expected to decrease SOx emissions from ships, it is clear that these regulations will need further development. READ MORE
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3. Dimensions of validity : studies of the Swedish national tests in mathematics
Abstract : The main purpose for the Swedish national tests was from the beginning to provide exemplary assessments in a subject and support teachers when interpreting the syllabus. Today, their main purpose is to provide an important basis for teachers when grading their students. READ MORE
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4. Understanding international accounting standard setting : a case study of the process of revising IAS 12 (1996), income tax
Abstract : Considerable energy and resources continue to be expended on accounting rule-making, particularly through standard setting. This has been the case both at the national and international (global) level for a long time. Despite this, there is continuing dissatisfaction with what has been achieved. READ MORE
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5. Accounting standard-setting through adaptation: Models and Contextual Factors in the Case of the Swedish Standard K3
Abstract : Back cover text: As an alternative to drafting standards from scratch, many accounting standard-setters make use of existing standards. Thereby, they adopt an existing standard or use an existing standard as a model subject to adaptation. In national accounting standard-setting, adoption typically proves neither desirable nor possible. READ MORE
