Search for dissertations about: "Maria Huge-brodin"

Showing result 11 - 15 of 18 swedish dissertations containing the words Maria Huge-brodin.

  2. 11. Development of suppliers and supply chains : Supplier development as a purchasing strategy

    Author : Johan Larsson; Björn Axelsson; Maria Huge Brodin; Jönköping University; []
    Keywords : purchasing strategy supplier development;

    Abstract : Purchasing is a function that has developed form a more clerical function to a function of strategic importance over the last 20 years. As a result of this development we have observed that many fi rms engage in supplier development activities as a part of their purchasing strategy. READ MORE

  4. 12. Logistics Service Providers’ Environmental Management

    Author : Christina Maack; Maria Huge-Brodin; Mats Abrahamsson; Magnus Blinge; Linköpings universitet; []
    Keywords : TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY;

    Abstract : This thesis aims to give a holistic description of logistics service providers’ environmental management, which has been lacking in literature. The aim is also to analyse how the logistics service providers’ environmental management provides value to their business, and to discuss its role in their business. READ MORE

  5. 13. Exploring Process Management as a Means for Greening Road Freight Transport

    Author : Priscilla Navarro; Peter Cronemyr; Maria Huge-Brodin; Anders Fundin; Linköpings universitet; []
    Keywords : TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY;

    Abstract : Research has proven that we need to reduce our environmental impact. Sweden has set a goal to become fossil free by 2045. The increasing amount of transport and the need to reduce its environmental effects has put pressure on the companies of the road freight transport sector. READ MORE

  6. 14. THE STRATEGIC ROLE OF PROCESS MANAGEMENT IN SMEs

    Author : Priscilla Navarro; Peter Cronemyr; Maria Huge-Brodin; Rickard Garvare; Linköpings universitet; []
    Keywords : SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; Process management; Dynamic capabilities; Competitive advantage; SME; Environmental sustainability;

    Abstract : Literature indicates a greater use of process management in large companies than in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). SMEs are a major contributor to the global economy, and just like large companies, SMEs face challenges such as a need to respond promptly and effectively to their business environment, despite having limited resources. READ MORE

  7. 15. Total Cost Analysis in Logistics : Practical Execution, Learning, and Teaching in Higher Education

    Author : Björn Oskarsson; Maria Huge-Brodin; Jonas Hallström; Johan Woxenius; Linköpings universitet; []
    Keywords : TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES;

    Abstract : Cost is considered a crucial factor in much decision-making in private and public organisations. Therefore, the ability to calculate total estimated costs for different alternatives is important. However, such total cost analysis is a challenging task. READ MORE