Search for dissertations about: "theory operationalization"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 17 swedish dissertations containing the words theory operationalization.

  2. 1. How to Set Rational Environmental Goals : theory and applications

    Author : Karin Edvardsson; John Cantwell; Erik Carlson; KTH; []
    Keywords : HUMANIORA; HUMANITIES; goal-setting; rationality; precision; evaluability; approachability; motivity; coherence; operationalization; goal conflicts; environmental objectives; sustainable development; Philosophy subjects; Filosofiämnen;

    Abstract : Environmental goals are commonly set to guide work towards ecological sustainability. The aim of this thesis is to develop a precise terminology for the description of goals in terms of properties that are important in their practical use as decision-guides and to illustrate how it can be used in evaluations of environmental policy. READ MORE

  4. 2. Specifying and Operationalizing an Organizational Theory of Crowdsourcing

    Author : John Prpic; Åsa Wallström; Jan Kietzmann; Mana Farshid; Luleå tekniska universitet; []
    Keywords : SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; crowdsourcing; organizations; theory specification; theory operationalization; theory validation; Industrial Marketing; Industriell marknadsföring;

    Abstract : Introduction: Despite rapid developments across multiple areas of research and practice, an organizational-level theory of Crowdsourcing has yet to emerge.Objectives: Therefore, this thesis has two major objectives; 1) specify the boundaries, constructs, and relationships of an organizational-level theory of Crowdsourcing, and 2) begin the theoretical validation process by operationalizing the theory for new exploratory, explanatory, and conceptual research. READ MORE

  5. 3. Sustainable Manufacturing Strategy; Identifying Gaps in Theory and Practice

    Author : Naghmeh Taghavi Nejad Deilami; Chalmers tekniska högskola; []
    Keywords : TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; production competence theory; manufacturing strategy; operationalization; environmental and social sustainability;

    Abstract : Since the introduction of sustainable development in 1972, an increasing number of companies have striven to create a competitive position by means of sustainability in their operations. Sustainability has become part of a firm's business strategy; therefore, strategic alignment of the manufacturing function to the business strategy's vision and goals regarding sustainability has become essential for manufacturing companies. READ MORE

  6. 4. Adaptive Logistics - Using Complexity Theory to Facilitate Increased Effectiveness in Logistics

    Author : Fredrik Nilsson; Förpackningslogistik; []
    Keywords : TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; complexity thinking ; epistemology; logistics; logistics systems ; paradigm; Teknik; Technological sciences; complexity theory ;

    Abstract : Logistics is gaining increased attention in companies since interconnectivity is increasing, and the interdependence among actors is enhanced due to challenges organizations are facing today (market changes, novel strategies, and technological improvements). While the logistics discipline has been characterized by an efficiency focus based on positivistic assumptions, the challenges of today require a focus on effectiveness i. READ MORE

  7. 5. Towards good-enough Requirements Engineering : a theoretical Foundation for Requirements Quality

    Author : Julian Frattini; Daniel Mendez; Michael Unterkalmsteiner; Elmar Juergens; Blekinge Tekniska Högskola; []
    Keywords : NATURVETENSKAP; NATURAL SCIENCES; Requirements Engineering; Requirements Quality; Theory Development; Programvaruteknik; Software Engineering;

    Abstract : Context: Requirements Engineering (RE) research has established a common agreement on the impact that the quality of requirements has on subsequent software development activities and artifacts. Furthermore, empirical investigations suppose that RE quality defects tend to scale in cost for remediation when left unattended. READ MORE