Search for dissertations about: "supplier innovation performance"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 10 swedish dissertations containing the words supplier innovation performance.

2. 1. Managing open innovation in process industries

   Author : David Rönnberg Sjödin; Martin Sköld; Luleå tekniska universitet; []
   Keywords : TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; Open Innovation; Collaborative Development; Process Industries; Buyer-Supplier Relationships; Process Equipment; Lifecycle Stages; Stage-Gate; Entreprenörskap och innovation; Entrepreneurship and Innovation;

   Abstract : The concept of open innovation has received increased attention among practitioners as well as in academia in recent years. It provides a conceptual platform for understanding how external sources of knowledge drive internal growth. READ MORE

4. 2. Subsidiaries as Sources and Recipients of Innovations in the Multinational Corporation

   Author : Christina Hallin; Ulf Holm; Mats Forsgren; Desirée Holm; Bent Petersen; Uppsala universitet; []
   Keywords : Business studies; Multinational corporation; innovation; subsidiary; innovation development; innovation transfer; Företagsekonomi;

   Abstract : Technological advancement and innovation lie at the core of the competitiveness of firms. For the multinational corporation (MNC), the ability to leverage innovations and value-added resources within the MNC is an important element of competitive advantage. READ MORE

5. 3. Management of Design Information in the Production System Design Process

   Author : Jessica Bruch; Monica Bellgran; Christer Johansson; Bengt- Göran Rosén; Mälardalens högskola; []
   Keywords : TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; Information management; production system; design process; design information; manufacturing industry; industrialization; Innovation and Design; innovation och design;

   Abstract : For manufacturing companies active on the global market, high-performance production systems that contribute to the growth and competitiveness of the company are essential. Among a wide range of industries it is increasingly acknowledged that superior production system capabilities are crucial for competitive success. READ MORE

6. 4. Modular Innovation in Mature Structures : a study of barriers and drivers between young and established organizations

   Author : Petter Jönsson; Linköpings universitet; []
   Keywords : SOCIAL SCIENCES; SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP;

   Abstract : The field of interest in this study is modular innovation. This type of innovation replaces an old parr of an existing product or adds new functionality to an existing product. Modular innovations are important to increase the performance of an existing product and retain the competitiveness of the product. READ MORE

7. 5. Purchasing Power and Purchasing Strategies - Insights From the Humanitarian Sector

   Author : Ala Pazirandeh; Teknisk logistik; []
   Keywords : TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; Humanitarian logistics; Purchainsg; Resource dependency theory; Buyer-supplier power;

   Abstract : In this dissertation, we discuss how buyers practice purchasing strategies in an asymmetric power situation favoring suppliers, and how their purchasing strategies practiced impact their purchasing power and buyer-supplier relationships. Organizations enter exchange relationships to access required resources not produced internally, and are exposed to uncertainty from not being able to fully control or predict flow of resources. READ MORE