Search for dissertations about: "globalization technology"

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2. 1. Gender, Technology and Knowledge

   Author : Sara Goodman; Genusvetenskapliga institutionen; []
   Keywords : SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; Social Studies of Science and Technolgy STS ; Sweden; Gender; sociology; computerization; globalization; gender and work; gender division of labor; midwifery; midwives; India; reproductive technology; globalisation;

   Abstract : During the last 15 years questions concerning gender, technology and knowledge, have become increasingly recognized as central to the field of the sociology of technology. Nonetheless, critical questions remain unanswered. These issues are addressed here through investigations of the relationship between gender, work, knowledge and technology. READ MORE

4. 2. Differentiated Supply Chain Strategy - Response to a fragmented and complex market

   Author : Per Hilletofth; Högskolan i Skövde; []
   Keywords : TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; Supply chain management; strategies; differentiation; globalization; complexity; Industrial engineering and economy; Industriell teknik och ekonomi; Technology; Teknik;

   Abstract : Supply Chain Management (SCM) aims to synchronize the requirements of customers with the flow of materials from suppliers, in order to satisfy the needs of the customers as costefficiently as possible. This has become a difficult task due to several developments in the market, such as increased competition, increased demand variability, increased product variety, increased amounts of customer-specific products, and shortening product life cycles. READ MORE

5. 3. Information Sharing and the Bullwhip Effect Reduction : A new Prespective Through the Lens of Blockchain Technology

   Author : Muthana Al-Sukhni; Athanasios Migdalas; Stefan Engevall; Luleå tekniska universitet; []
   Keywords : NATURVETENSKAP; NATURAL SCIENCES; TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; Bullwhip Effect; Information Sharing; Information Communication Systems; Blockchain Technology; Supply Chain Dynamics; Emerging Technologies; Digitization; Information Sharing Aspects; Inter-Organizational Coordination; Kvalitetsteknik och logistik; Quality Technology and Logistics;

   Abstract : Globalization and the surge of competition across industries forced companies to improve their supply chain capabilities to serve their customers efficiently and effectively. Due to this fact, businesses are no longer capable of handling all supply chain operations without collaboration and coordination with other firms. READ MORE

6. 4. Process Maturity : A Component of Process Management

   Author : Gunnar Dahlin; Raine Isaksson; Rickard Garvare; Pernilla Ingelsson; Luleå tekniska universitet; []
   Keywords : TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; Kvalitetsteknik; Quality Technology and Management;

   Abstract : To be able to meet an increased competition through for instance globalization, and shorter product lifecycles, focus on performance control is central for organizations, where for instance processes and stakeholder orientation are central when continuously improving the operation of the organization.The purpose of this thesis is to contribute to the knowledge of how process maturity can be linked to process management. READ MORE

7. 5. A framework supporting the collaboration between the logistics- and the product development process

   Author : Anna Andersson; Mats Jackson; Mats Deleryd; Eva Johansson; Mälardalens högskola; []
   Keywords : TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; Logistics; Product Development Process; Collaboration; Other technology; Övriga teknikvetenskaper; Innovation och design;

   Abstract : In the competitive environment of today’s global markets, the demands of customers are increasing. They expect to get the best product at the lowest price with immediate availability. READ MORE