Search for dissertations about: "logistic innovation"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 8 swedish dissertations containing the words logistic innovation.

  2. 1. Analyzing Logistic Requirements using a Systems Engineering Approach - an initial step towards innovative ship design

    Author : Ingar Malmgren; Chalmers tekniska högskola; []
    Keywords : TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; effectiveness; ship design; innovation; logistic requirements; short sea shipping; intermodal transport chain; method development; systems engineering; transportation; performance parameters;

    Abstract : Transport by road is the most dominant mode of transportation in Europe today. An increased use of short sea shipping can balance the European transport system and contribute to a better environmental situation. Accordingly, The European Commission proposes a shift of transported volumes from road to rail and short sea shipping. READ MORE

  4. 2. Exploring Themes and Challenges in Developing Sustainable Supply Chains - A Complexity Theory Perspective

    Author : Maisam Abbasi; Förpackningslogistik; []
    Keywords : TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; Supply Chain; Logistic; Sustainable Development; Sustainability; Complexity;

    Abstract : To develop sustainable supply chains in a way that their negative environmental and social effects are minimized, shortand long-term targets should be set. The transformation of supply chains towards these targets calls for the development of innovative strategies and the need to continuously identify, classify, and tackle the challenges that can hinder the execution of such strategies. READ MORE

  5. 3. Sustainable Business Innovation of Photovoltaic Water Pumping Systems

    Author : Chi Zhang; Jinyue Yan; Per Alvfors; Bin Chen; KTH; []
    Keywords : TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; PV water pumping; Economic assessment; Ecological benefits; Business model innovation; Case study; Chemical Engineering; Kemiteknik;

    Abstract : The development of renewable energy technology provides an effective approach to replace fossil fuels for greenhouse gas (GHG) emission. Technological innovation and transfer are the main driving forces in promoting renewable energy usage, because of the better efficiency and economic payback under an emission reduction target. READ MORE

  6. 4. Product development in the wood industry : breaking Gresham's Law

    Author : Matti Stendahl; Sveriges lantbruksuniversitet; Sveriges lantbruksuniversitet; []
    Keywords : SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES;

    Abstract : It is common advice from strategy consultants that companies in the wood industry should increase their rate of innovation in order to survive global competition. Neither consultants nor academics, however, provide much advice on how this is to be achieved. READ MORE

  7. 5. Unpacking inscriptions – A sociomateriality perspective on the design process of a milk package

    Author : Sandra Samuelsson; Göteborgs universitet; []
    Keywords : SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; sociomateriality; inscription domains; mundane engineered objects; design process; milk package;

    Abstract : Today’s trend of fast-paced innovation in the field of, for example, information technology results in an acclaim of quick changes. At the same time, product innovation is only one facet of market offerings as industry standard comprise multiple interests that stabilize object characteristics, something which complicates change. READ MORE