Search for dissertations about: "NPD processes"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 7 swedish dissertations containing the words NPD processes.
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1. Product innovation in small established enterprises : Managing processes and resource scarcity
Abstract : This thesis examines product innovation processes in small established enterprises. The research questions are: (1) what motivates small established enterprises to innovate, (2) how do small established enterprises perform product innovation, and (3) how do small established enterprises manage resource scarcity in their product innovation processes? To answer the research questions, a multiple case study approach was chosen with three small established enterprises as cases and different product innovation processes as embedded units of study. READ MORE
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2. Knowledge Integration and Innovation in Buyer-Supplier Collaborations
Abstract : Research indicates buyer-supplier collaborations in new product development (NPD) can have a positive impact on innovation. From a knowledge based view, it is argued that suppliers add a complementary knowledge base that is combined with the buyer’s knowledge. READ MORE
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Abstract : Enabling innovation Exploring the prerequisites for innovative concepts in R&DMaria ElmquistDivision of Project ManagementChalmers University of TechnologyAbstractThis thesis deals with the prerequisites for innovative concepts to impact NPD processes in large firms R&D. Based on empirical data, mainly from the automotive and pharmaceutical industries, the aim is to shed light on the actual practices of early phases of NPD, investigating the interface between innovative activities and planned development projects. READ MORE
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4. The chemical nature of CO2 adsorption in zeolite A
Abstract : The climate changes are accelerated by increasing levels of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere connected to the fossil-fuel-based energy system. Substantial reforms of the system are needed immediately and could include the implementation of carbon capture and storage (CCS) technologies. READ MORE
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5. Demand-Supply Chain Management
Abstract : Purpose: This research aims to enhance the current understanding and knowledge of the demand-supply chain management (DSCM) concept by determining its elements, benefits, and requirements, as well as by analyzing key elements of the concept. Methodology: This research has utilized the case study strategy and the survey strategy, however, the case study strategy dominates. READ MORE