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Diplomová práce se zaměřuje na oblast ?inbound? logistického řetězce v automobilovémprůmyslu. Charakterizuje roli logistického integrátora a jeho funkce při zásobování výrobního závodu. Na konkrétním příkladu firmy GEFCO jako výhradního poskytovatele logistických služeb pro klienta PSA Peugeot Citroën práce ukazuje možnosti zkvalitnění služeb logistického integrátora. Práce vychází z roční odborné praxe uskutečněné autorkou v sídle společnosti GEFCO v Paříži v období červenec 2006- červen 2007.

Purpose – The purpose of the study is to Explore how the lean philosophy can affect the value flow of a manufacturing company’s goods receiving. To answer the purpose two research questions has been asked:1. Which lean tools or methods could be applied on a manufacturing company’s goods receiving?2. How can lean-orientated goods receiving lead to improved value flow?Method – To achieve the purpose a literature review and a case study has been conducted. The case study has had a deductive approach and used the both quantitative and qualitative data. The authors chose the data collection methods interviews, observations and document studies to collect empirical data which have then been analyzed against the theoretical framework with pattern matching to reach a result.Findings – The study has showed that Lean philosophy affects the value stream performance in various ways depending on which tools or approaches the managers have. The authors explored different Lean tools and methods both separately and combined and noticed that to gain as much as possible from Lean tools and methods are most effective when combined to an approach. Although some Lean tools in goods receiving affect the value flow in a positive matter some would probably not. Due to the uneven flow of incoming shipments JIT was not seen appropriate to implement unless shipments could be assured to arrive as planned, when needed and with correct amount of goods.Conclusions & recommendations – By the study findings the authors were able to base two conclusions:1. To take full advantage of Lean tools and methods in goods receiving, these are best to be bundled together to an approach that is in accordance with the Lean philosophy at the organization.2. Good and competent leadership in the Lean philosophy is crucial to ensure continuous improvements in the organization.3. A Lean philosophy adapted in goods receiving is likely to ensure stability and reliability across the value stream which makes improvements possible and might lead to improved value stream performance.Based on these conclusions the authors recommend that when implementing or working with Lean managers should practice participatory leadership to ensure the commitment of workers, to lead by example and to get the correct current state view. It is also recommended that when implementing Lean tools in to the goods receiving process the holistic view is of high importance.

The diploma thesis focuses on the optimization of the empty packaging flow in automotive. The aim of the thesis is to optimize empty packaging flow in warehouse area and to analyze the possibility of implementation a scanning system and an electronic document for communication with suppliers. The first part explains the theoretical background, presents the automotive industry and current market trends. Then follows a brief introduction of TPCA, where the work was created. The theoretical part presents the concept of lean management, its main tools and components, illustrated on concrete examples of TPCA. The theoretical knowledge follows the practical part. The diploma thesis project focuses on the optimization of empty packaging flow and the implementation of a scanning system for loading. Firstly, application part presents the inbound logistics paths and the entire flow of material, after there is deeper analyze and optimization of the empty packaging and loading process itself. The final section compares the baseline and current states.

The Master's Thesis is focused on optimization of inbound logistics of Toyota Peugeot Citroën Automobile. The aim of the Master's Thesis is analysis of current status of logistics in TPCA and detailed observation and research of logistic processes and routes with emphasis on the planning system. Factors affecting the decision making during logistics planning and process of information searching were identified with special attention for milk-routes. First chapter describes development of logistics a specifics of logistics in automotive industry. Following chapter analyse current status of logistics, types of logistic routes a system of the planning. Third chapter propose options for logistics planning optimization with help of improved information source obtaining, study the suitability of used logistics routes and test possibilities of utilization of commercial software. Last chapter of thesis is comparing logistics of TPCA and Škoda Auto.

Abstract Purpose The primary and initial aim of the research paper is to highlight the automation and digitalization in the supply chain management of textile industry. The context compared traditional and digitalized supply chain in the textile industry for digitalization. Research (Methodology/Design) The researcher adopted a qualitative approach to conduct the research on the provided topic of supply chain management. The findings and results of the research are provided based on the structured interviews conducted by the researchers. The evidence-based results will be used for porbing out the basic problems and future recommendations. Findings The finding of the research stated that a variety of challenges was being faced by the textile industry in achieving the supply chain goals and objectives utilizing traditional methods of processing. Based on the reviews presented by interview participants, the traditional model implemented in the textile industry was not strong enough and the industry faces issues and challenges. The modern models, techniques, and methods are presented in order to tackle the issues being faced by the textile industry. The research paper argues that the implementation of modern and innovative textile technology should be ensured to speed up the SCM mechanism. Value/worth The study reflected and presented useful and deep insight regarding the comparison of traditional and modern supply chain management. The digitalization that occurred in the textile industry is also highlighted in the research paper. The research also proposed a modern model and technique of supply chain that can be implemented in the textile supply chain in order to enhance the overall supply chain process. Keywords – Textile industry, Supply Chain, Digitalization, Mobility, Inbound Logistics, Outbound Logistics

This thesis is focused on logistics processes in company XYZ, s.r.o.. In the first part, the theoretical problems of logistics, inbound logistics and inventory management process are introduced. The aim of the thesis is to optimize the supply chain for the custom manufacturing in the selected group of material standards of the company.

Kartongbruket AB has a supplier of bale pulp which is transitioning to an RFID marking of its bales. Due to this, new perspectives are requested on an RFID implementation regarding the handling of bales. This study focuses on the inbound logistics process and the pulp bale handling process. Furthermore, traceability-related problems are noted due to the fact that the current scanning methodology does not work with sufficient precision. The coexistence between the current barcode reading system and the RFID reading system is also something that is identified as topic which needs to be studied. This study’s choice of the process industry and the cardboard industry is based on a theoretical gap regarding the above-mentioned concepts and problems in this specific industry. Purpose: The purpose of this study is to be helpful to Kartongbruket AB in their upcoming RFID implementation, and to fill the identified theoretical gaps. Method: This is a case study at Kartongbruket AB. Empirics have been collected through semi-structured interviews with relevant internal actors, where the respondents have been identified using a snowball selection method. The study is of a qualitative nature and the theoretical frame of reference has been created through a literature study. Conclusion: This study concludes that RFID can be used in the inbound logistics process to make stock balances more reliable in several potential ways. In addition to this, it can be concluded that an RFID-based system can lead to a centralized traceability system in the pulpbale handling process where internal actors can gain a greater knowledge base in customer complaints cases. The study's presented implementation model may be used as a support for the upcoming RFID implementation. The study also establishes that the merging model is the most suitable coexistence model for Kartongbruket AB when RFID and barcodes are to be run together in the pulp bale handling process.

Att handla med varor över internationella gränser influeras av såväl internationella regler och nationell lagstiftning. Studier har visat att såväl konventionella företag som statliga myndigheter har drivits till att lägga ut delar av sin verksamhet på externa parter. Många företag tillämpar detta för att uppnå fördelar, men en problematik som kan uppstå i samband med denna aktivitet är en förlorad kontroll över företags materielflöden. Att bibehålla en kontroll över materielflödet är betydande för statliga myndigheter vilket kräver samordning i hela kedjan samt att leveransvillkor som främjar kontroll tillämpas. Studien är en fallstudie med syfte att identifiera hur Incoterms® kan anpassas för att uppfylla relevanta krav för en statlig myndighet samt bidra till en ökad kontroll över företags inflöde av materiel. För att besvara syftet har semistrukturerade intervjuer utförs på de statliga myndigheterna Försvarsmakten (FM), Försvarets Materielverk (FMV) samt en fjärdepartslogistiker. Litteraturundersökningar genomfördes för att ta fram en teoretisk referensram som sedan tillsammans med empirin diskuteras och analyseras. Resultatet av denna studie visar att en statlig myndighet inte har samma förutsättningar som ett traditionellt företag vid val av leveransvillkor. De faktorer som kan påverkar en statlig myndighets val av leveransvillkor är; Förordningar, kontroll, tull, exportlicenser och försäkringar. Vidare är de leveransvillkor som kan tillämpas av statliga myndigheter och som främjar en kontroll på inkommande materielflöde FCA - Free Carrier samt FOB - Free on Board. / Trading across international borders is influenced by international rules and national legislation. Previous studies have shown that both conventional organizations and state authorities have been driven to outsource parts of their business. Many organizations apply this to gain benefits, but a problem that may arise in connection with this activity is loss of control over the inbound logistics. Maintaining control over inbound logistics is significant for state authorities and this requires coordination throughout the whole chain and that delivery terms that encourage control are applied. This thesis is a case study with the aim of identifying how Incoterms® can be adapted to meet relevant requirements for state authorities and contribute to increase control over the inbound logistics. In order to answer the purpose semi-structured interviews was conducted at the state authorities Swedish Armed Forces (FM), Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) and a fourth-party logistical. Through literature studies a theoretical framework was developed and then discussed together with the compiled empiricism. The results of this study show that a state authority does not have the same preconditions as a traditional company when choosing delivery terms. The various factors that can affect and influence the state authorities choice of delivery terms is; Regulations, control, customs duty, export licenses and insurance policies. Furthermore, the delivery terms that encourage control of a company’s inbound logistics and that can be applied by state authorities are FCA - Free Carrier and FOB - Free on Board

AbstractPurposeThe primary and initial aim of the research paper is to highlight the automation anddigitalization in the supply chain management of textile industry. The context comparedtraditional and digitalized supply chain in the textile industry for digitalization.Research (Methodology/Design)The researcher adopted a qualitative approach to conduct the research on the providedtopic of supply chain management. The findings and results of the research are providedbased on the structured interviews conducted by the researchers. The evidence-basedresults will be used for porbing out the basic problems and future recommendations.FindingsThe finding of the research stated that a variety of challenges was being faced by thetextile industry in achieving the supply chain goals and objectives utilizing traditionalmethods of processing. Based on the reviews presented by interview participants, thetraditional model implemented in the textile industry was not strong enough and theindustry faces issues and challenges. The modern models, techniques, and methods arepresented in order to tackle the issues being faced by the textile industry. The researchpaper argues that the implementation of modern and innovative textile technology shouldbe ensured to speed up the SCM mechanism.Value/worthThe study reflected and presented useful and deep insight regarding the comparison oftraditional and modern supply chain management. The digitalization that occurred in thetextile industry is also highlighted in the research paper. The research also proposed amodern model and technique of supply chain that can be implemented in the textile supplychain in order to enhance the overall supply chain process.Keywords – Textile industry, Supply Chain, Digitalization, Mobility, Inbound Logistics,Outbound Logistics