Search for dissertations about: "importance of warehousing"

Found 4 swedish dissertations containing the words importance of warehousing.

  2. 1. 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

  4. 2. Last-mile delivery services in retail : a consumer-centric approach

    Author : John Olsson; Förpackningslogistik; []
    Keywords : TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; Unattended home delivery; customer experience; customer expectations; circular business model innovation;

    Abstract : The retail industry faces a multitude of complex sustainability challenges, which calls for transformational change. While the retail industry is a major driver of production and consumption patterns, it also offers significant potential to reduce global greenhouse gas emissions. READ MORE

  5. 3. Logistics Alliances and Structural Change

    Author : Dan Andersson; Linköpings universitet; []
    Keywords : SOCIAL SCIENCES; SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP;

    Abstract : The overall purpose of this study is to contribute to a better understanding of why and in what way shippers outsource logistics operations into partnerships with logistics service providers. These relationships are called "operational alliances in logistics" (OALs). READ MORE

  6. 4. Information Sharing in Multi-Tier Supply Chains - Moving Beyond the Dyads

    Author : Joakim Kembro; Teknisk logistik; []
    Keywords : TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; supply chain management; information sharing; collaboration; exploratory research; interdependence; contingency theory; networks; demand uncertainty; bullwhip effect;

    Abstract : As international competition increased towards the end of last century, companies realized the importance of collaborating and sharing information with suppliers and customers to remain competitive. By sharing information such as forecasts of future demand with partners in the supply chain, it was possible to lower inventory holding costs and increase the service level to customers, and thereby increase the competitiveness of the involved companies. READ MORE