Browsing Institutt for maskinteknikk og produksjon by Subject "Global Manufacturing Management"
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A Supplier-Oriented LPS Framework
(Master thesis, 2016)The engineer-to-order (ETO) sector is characterised with a combination of both uncertainty and a wide range of interdependencies between the different entities, especially due to the disintegration of engineering and ... -
Applying Simulation Enhanced Value Stream Mapping in a High-Mix Manufacturing Environment
(Master thesis, 2016)In recent years, as a result of changing market requirements, many manufacturers have been forced to accommodate their manufacturing systems to handle a larger number of product variants in order to stay competitive. With ... -
Importance of supply chain and fulfillment operations in businesses that offer perishable food products online
(Master thesis, 2015)This study highlights the importance of logistics when businesses work with an online channel and perishable food products. An online channel not online provides physical products to its consumers but also related services ... -
Role of Information in an SME in a Local Food Supply Chain - Case Study of a Norwegian Craft Beer Retailer
(Master thesis, 2016)Demand for locally produced food is increasing and the industry is gaining increased attention. But, many challenges are present for actors in local food supply chains (LFSC), and are especially related to limited capacity. ... -
Using Performance Indicators to Improve Engineering Change Management in Engineer-to-Order Companies
(Master thesis, 2016)Purpose The purpose of this thesis is to develop performance indicators that can be applied to improve the performance of ECM in ETO companies. Design The thesis is based on a structured literature study among ETO, ... -
Utilisation of Rest Raw Materials from the Fish Industry: Business Opportunities and Logistics Requirements
(Master thesis, 2015)Fish is a limited resource, and sustainability concerns arise as fish stocks and catches are decreasing. Present capture production is around 80 million tonnes per year (FAO, 2014b), and in some areas, the maximum long-term ...