Search for dissertations about: "platform strategy"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 130 swedish dissertations containing the words platform strategy.

2. 1. An inquiry into the nature and causes of digital platforms

   Author : Ted Saarikko; Katrin Jonsson; Jonny Holmström; Panos Constantinides; Umeå universitet; []
   Keywords : SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; Digital platform; platform strategy; platform development; stability; affordance theory; qualitative study; data- och systemvetenskap; computer and systems sciences;

   Abstract : While the shape and nature of platforms varies across different instances, they pursue common ambitions such as reduction of risk, complexity, or transaction costs. Although initially theorised in industrial contexts, subsequent theorising regarding platform development, platform ecosystems, and platform strategy has drawn upon studies of high-tech industries in general and IT-based platforms in particular. READ MORE

4. 2. On Logistics in the Strategy of the Firm

   Author : Tobias Kihlén; Mats Abrahamsson; Andreas Norrman; Linköpings universitet; []
   Keywords : SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; Business and economics; logistics; strategy; resource-based view; positioning theory; Ekonomi; Business and economics; Ekonomi;

   Abstract : The purpose of this thesis is to describe and analyse the role of logistics in the strategy of the firm. Leading to this purpose are empirical observations of firms that manage to grow under sustained profitability, by the means of logistics.The clothing retailers H&M and Inditex manage to pursue strategies of growth under sustained profitability. READ MORE

5. 3. Logistics-based Competition : A Business Model Approach

   Author : Tobias Kihlén; Mats Abrahamsson; Daniel Kindström; Andreas Norrman; Linköpings universitet; []
   Keywords : SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; logistics-based competition; business model; logistics strategy; strategy; logistics; Business and economics; Ekonomi;

   Abstract : Logistics is increasingly becoming recognised as a source of competitive advantage, both in practice and in academia. The possible strategic impact of logistics makes it important to gain deeper insight into the role of logistics in the strategy of the firm. READ MORE

6. 4. A product platform approach to support the design phase of industrialised house building : A framework conceptualisation when using mixed production strategies

   Author : Shamnath Thajudeen; Fredrik Elgh; Martin Lennartsson; Helena Lidelöw; Jönköping University; []
   Keywords : TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; Industrialised house building; product platform; design platform; engineer-to-order; design for manufacturing and assembly; Industriellt husbyggande; produktplattform; designplattformar; engineer-to-order; design för tillverkning och montering;

   Abstract : The ability to offer unique solutions that meet customer demands has been considered a competitive advantage in the industrialised house building (IHB) industry. However, IHB companies are struggling due to varying customer needs and the simultaneous need to fulfil legal regulations, market demands, and production constraints. READ MORE

7. 5. Supporting the utilization of a platform approach in the engineer-to-order supplier industry

   Author : Samuel André; Fredrik Elgh; Roland Stolt; Jönköping University; []
   Keywords : TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; Product Development; Engineering Design; Quotation; Customization; Supplier; Platform; Design Reuse; Adapt; Concurrent Engineering;

   Abstract : Manufacturing companies are continuously faced with requirements regarding technology novelty, shorter time to market, a higher level of functionality, and lower prices for their products. This is especially true of suppliers that develop and manufacture highly customized products within the automotive industry. READ MORE