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Local networks’ facilitation of small wineries’ foreign market entry: A case study of a South African wine cluster
(2018-07-03)Prior research has emphasized the role of networks for SMEs’ internationalization in order to successfully expand into foreign markets. Attention has mainly been directed on the importance of establishing contacts in ... -
Location Planning Considering Delivery Time and Service Level Constraints A Heuristic Solution Approach to a Linear Optimization Problem from an Automotive Spare Parts Network
(2018-07-02)This thesis addresses the challenge to model a warehouse location problem under consideration of delivery time and service level constraints. For identification of appropriate modelling techniques, literature research ... -
Logical tensions in health care - A case study in quality improvement work
(2019-10-01)Todays healthcare organizations face increasing challenges which has led to the interest in Quality improvement (QI) work in healthcare. Studies have found that a focus on developing care quality is one way to combat these ... -
Logistical Problems caused by Merger and Acquisition A case study of a horizontal merger in the industrial laundry industry
(2018-07-02)There has been an increase of interest in Merger & Acquisitions since the early 1990’s and the framework has been well researched. However, research regarding the logistical aspects with Merger & Acquisition has been few. ... -
Logistical Redesign of the Seat Supplying Process for Volvo Trucks, Europe
(2005)Emerging markets have gained importance in today’s global business. Numerous opportunities are offered for companies looking for cheaper supply sources; Volvo AB as a global business group has not been indifferent to this ... -
Logistics consequences of manufacturing outsourcing in China for Nordic enterprises
(2006)With the replacement of traditional manufacturing by global manufacturing outsourcing and the centralization of manufacturing outsourcing to China, a lot of Nordic enterprises have moved their manufacturing activities ... -
Logistics Sourcing Strategies in Nonprofit Point-based Organizations - A Case Study of the Supply Chain Processes at Miljonlotteriet
(2013-07-04)An organization’s success depends greatly on their logistical performance and how well their strategy utilizes the strengths within the supply chain. The purpose of this thesis is to investigate the specific logistics ... -
Long-run IPO performance on the Swedish equity market between 2004-2014 - Compared with Private Equity backed IPOs
(2018-07-04)This paper investigates the long-run underperformance phenomenon of IPOs on the Swedish equity market between 2004-2014, using a sample of 53 IPO companies from Nasdaq OMX Stockholm. Also, the long-run performance of all ... -
Long-term social value creation through CSR; A case study of Ferrarelle S.p.A.
(2017-09-15)In the last few years, the concept of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), its impact on the overall social well-being and social outcomes, has captured the interest of experts and academics. While many companies acknowledge ... -
Longing for Leisure: How Near-Past Nostalgia Shapes Leisure Practices
(2021-07-02)Nostalgia has been conceptualized as an emotion, yet limited studies have explored how it shapes practices. In light of the Covid-19 pandemic individuals' lives have been turned upside down, resulting in nostalgia for the ... -
Love and Let Go: The Confessions of Sustainable Fashionistas - Exploring Sustainable Fashions Disposal from a Consumer Perspective
(2022-09-13)Sustainable fashion is sometimes called an oxymoron as many of the practices associated with fashion production and consumption are environmentally and socially taxing (Payne, 2019). Companies are experimenting with and ... -
Low emission zones in Sweden – Evidence from Uppsala
(2019-10-21)High pollution levels have been a problem in many cities in the world. The high pollution levels affect public health and create high social and economic costs. In Sweden alone, the estimated number of premature deaths ... -
LSPs’ Value: Asset-based vs. Non asset-based
(2009-08-21)The current economic downturn is challenging for Logistics Service Providers (LSP) that are already struggling with low profit margins. Competition today among logistics companies is fierce but new opportunities still exist ... -
Luxury, Fashion, and Idols - Applying an extended theory of planned behavior to examine barriers toward sustainable fashion consumption in Japan
(2023-07-03)Purpose: This study aimed to apply an extended theory of planned behavior (TPB) to sustainable fashion consumption (SFC) in Japan, and test the importance of sociocultural barriers to purchase intentions. Methodology: ... -
M&A during a pandemic – Alterations of processes A case study on a Swedish strategic serial acquirer in the tech industry
(2021-06-24)Through a single case study, we expand on pre-existing M&A research by examining how M&A processes have been affected by the increased information asymmetry as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic and what implications it ... -
M&A processes in the Italian multi-utility industry: accomplishment of a political project, chance for growth and value creation. An industry analysis starting from a case study of Acea S.p.A.
(2018-01-18)This M.Sc. Thesis aims to investigate on the reasons at the basis of the M&A operations that, in the last few years, are radically changing the structure and the dynamics of the multi-utility industry in Italy. Through ... -
M&As and Their Impact on the Organization
(2000)This paper deals with the M&A process. Since it is a broad area we have decided to concentrate on the organizational change that occurs in an M&A, the integration phase, and what this means to people in the organization. ... -
Machine Learning- An Educational Revolution? A Scenario Analysis of the Future Role of Machine Learning in the Public Primary School in Gothenburg
(2019-07-09)The Swedish students’ results have gradually decreased in international comparisons, wherefore the educational industry is experiencing an augmenting pressure for change. Simultaneously, the demand and supply of tools based ... -
Maersk Line - A Company Analysis
(2009-08-21)A company analysis of A.P. Moller Maersk gives the fundamental worth of the firm. It is a study done to understand how to analyze a giant company from the perspective of investors and creditors. The main purpose is to ... -
Maintaining Flat - A qualitative study of how institutional actors maintain a flat organizational structure
(2019-07-03)This paper investigates how institutional actors in the flat organization Tech AB, maintains their organizational structure. The paper builds upon a qualitative method and consists of 27 interviews, with both employees ...