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  • The Global ETD Search service is a free service for researchers to find electronic theses and dissertations. This service is provided by the Networked Digital Library of Theses and Dissertations.
    Our metadata is collected from universities around the world. If you manage a university/consortium/country archive and want to be added, details can be found on the NDLTD website.
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Sustainable Business Models in Start-ups : The process of creating and implementing SBMs successfully

Sandsjö, Agnes, Wiklund, Emelie January 2020 (has links)
Sustainability issues have been a popular and important topic on the world’s agenda the recent years, which has caused businesses to follow the policies of operating more sustainable. One of the latest introduced guidelines is the Global Goals imposed by the United Nations to be met by 2030. In light of these goals, awareness regarding sustainability issues among consumers and other stakeholders has increased, leading to that change is inevitable for businesses to start operating sustainably. The concept of sustainable business model innovation therefore becomes relevant. There is a lot of research regarding sustainable business model innovation. However, the research is heavily focusing on theoretical aspects of it, and less is given to the practical creation and implementation of sustainable business models. Further, less focus is given to start-up companies specifically. Due to the identified research gap, this study aims to answer the research question: “How can start-ups successfully create and implement sustainable business models to become an established actor on its specific market?” The purpose of this study is to create an understanding and contribute with extended knowledge of how sustainability is practiced in start-ups. More specifically, how sustainable business models are created and implemented in start-ups. A qualitative abductive approach was used to fulfill this purpose. Additionally, six semi-structured interviews were conducted with founders of start-ups and business coaches from Swedish incubators, which were structured based on the themes from the Lean Start-up Framework (LSF). This framework, along with the Triple Layered Business Model Canvas (TLBMC) showed to be of importance after the theoretical review. The key findings retrieved displayed that the LSF is suitable to describe the sustainable start-up process as well. Yet, the TLBMC needs to be integrated to fulfill the purpose of sustainability. Further, the benefit versus impact is shown to be of great importance whereas the framework’s components were modified in that sense as well in those cases needed. This study theoretically contributes to extended knowledge and additional components of the Lean Start-up framework that are advocated to be crucial to create a sustainable business model. These additional components are further of value for the existing field of research. Practically, by the extended and modified framework, it offers valuable insight for entrepreneurs with a business idea where the purpose is to offer a sustainable value proposition. Lastly, this study contributes to a social level by providing guidelines on the implementation of sustainability in the business model, leading to the encouragement to operate sustainably and towards a better environment and society.
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Havets symbios på land : Hur industriell symbios i fiskeindustrin kan bidra till hållbar utveckling / The oceans symbiosis on land : How industrial symbiosis contributes to sustainable development in the fishing industry

Persson, Daniella January 2024 (has links)
Studiens syfte var att undersöka hur industriell symbios kan skapa en hållbar utveckling i fiskeindustrin. Studien utgick ifrån en industriell symbios i Sotenäs kommun vilket innefattar aktörer inom livsmedelsindustrin, biogasanläggning, landbaserad laxodling, ekologiskt jordbruk och algodling. De hade en vision för symbiosen att skapa en cirkulär ekonomi i fiskeindustrin vilket var utgångspunkten i studien. Det undersöktes även vilka hållbarhetsvinster landbaserad fiskodling skapar i förhållande till traditionell fiskeindustri med landbaserad laxodling som utgångspunkt samt hur aktörerna i symbiosen ser på hållbarhet. I studien användes en kvalitativ intervjumetod där datainsamlingen analyserades med kodning. Resultatet visade att industriell symbios bidrar till hållbar utveckling i fiskeindustrin då det skapar cirkulär ekonomi, lägre miljöbelastning och stärker det lokala samhället. Industriell symbios möjliggör för ett ökat värdeskapande för verksamheterna på ett sätt de inte hade uppnått individuellt. Aktörerna såg på hållbarhet ur ekonomiskt, ekologiskt och socialt perspektiv och arbetade för att utveckla sina verksamheter till att vara hållbar för framtiden. hållbarhetsvinsterna med landbaserad laxodling var att det finns ekonomisk vinning, bra komplement i industriell symbios, friskare fiskar, lägre miljöbelastning och tryggare arbetsförhållanden. Studien visade att industriell symbios gör att fiskeindustrin kan bli hållbar för framtiden. / The aim of this study was to investigate how industrial symbiosis can create a sustainable development in the fishing industry. The case study was an industrial symbiosis in Sotenas, Sweden consisting of marine food industries, organic farm, algae production, land-based salmon farm and biogas plant. They had a vision to create a circular economy in the fishing industry with industrial symbiosis. The study also investigated in the sustainability gains in land-based fish farms in comparison to traditional fishing industry and the actors view on sustainable development. The study used a qualitative method with semi structured interviews which was analysed with coding.  The results showed that industrial symbiosis contributes to a sustainable development in the fishing industry because it creates a circular economy, lower enviromental impact and strenghten the local community. Industrial symbiosis creates possibilities to create higher values in a way the actors would not have been able to do individually. The actors worked with sustainability from an economic, ecological and social perspective and viewed all these as equally important to create a sustainable development. The sustainability gains in land-based salmon farm were economic benefits, good complement in industrial symbiosis, healthier fish, lower enviromental impact and safer work enviroments.
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Hur begreppet hållbarhetpåverkar innovation ochutveckling av affärsmodeller : En fallstudie om konceptet cirkulär ekonomi

Blecko, David, Jonathan, Regemar January 2018 (has links)
The economic development of the world in the last centuries has brought manypositive things, but also some new problems. The linear approach long used isbased on a long-term, unsustainable approach to economic activity and newmodels are required. The purpose of this report is to investigate newsustainability requirements that drive innovation with regard to business modelsand product development.A case study was carried out at the company Ecostrate, which is launching anew product with clear sustainability ambitions. A Triple Layered BusinessModel Canvas (TLBMC) is made for their product and from this case the roleof Circular Economics (CE) and sustainability in the formation of new businessmodels is evaluated. The case study was based on interviews made withcompany employees and other people in a focus group and on secondary dataprovided primarily from Ecostrate, but also other organizations and companies.From the case study, it can be seen how the business model of the product was,from start, designed in accordance with circular economic principles and with afocus on sustainability, where the starting point was a used material that wasthen altered to once again provide the consumer with a value offer. Accordingto profitability estimates, the product will competitive while significantenvironmental and social savings are possible. General conclusions can bedrawn that CE and sustainability are an important part of future business modeldesign, without which companies will not be competitive in the future andfuture markets with increasing raw material prices, stricter regulations and moreaware and sustainability-prioritizing customers.The primary limitation has been the calculations, which were not carried out asexhaustively as would have been needed in order to give the case study a morestable empirical foundation. In this study, they have been used as approximativevalues to draw generalizable conclusions so to understand the product, itsimpact and in order to get more precise implications for the rest of the market,there exists possible future research.
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Towards Sustainable Aviation: Business Models for Sustainable Aviation Fuels / Mot Hållbart Flyg: Affärsmodeller för Hållbara Flygbränslen

Uthman, Darwin, Danha, Jack January 2024 (has links)
The aviation sector is in a critical position where it must switch to environmentally friendly alternatives in order to lessen its impact on the environment. The implementation of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) in airline business models is thoroughly examined in this thesis, which uses the Business Model Canvas (BMC) and the Triple Layered Business Model Canvas (TLBMC) as its primary conceptual frameworks. A thorough examination of the airlines' SAF pricing tactics and business models has been conducted, considering the sustainability of the environment, the economy, and society. This has made it possible to identify strategies that will effectively encourage the use of sustainable jet fuel. Through the examination and evaluation of aviation industry dynamics, legislation, and technical advancements, this research provides useful information to help direct strategic planning and decision-making within the aviation industry. The findings indicate that innovation, sustainability, and cooperation are essential for industry players to embrace in order to steer the aviation sector toward a more resilient and environmentally friendly future. The integration of sustainable aviation fuel within the airlines' business models represents a decisive step towards sustainability in the aviation industry. In this thesis, the Triple Layered Business Model Canvas TLBMC has been used to complement the traditional Business Model Canvas BMC. Using these frameworks together offers a holistic analysis of the environmental, economic and social impacts of SAF implementation on airlines such as Scandinavian Airlines SAS and BRA Braathens Regional Airlines. Sustainable jet fuel is used as a temporary solution to reduce the aviation industry's environmental impact. However, analysis and review of the sustainable fuel's life cycle from production to consumption is needed to be able to evaluate its environmental and social benefits. From an economic perspective, sustainable jet fuel production and availability is a major challenge for airlines. In order to overcome this challenge, innovative pricing strategies and cost-sharing initiatives are required in which various stakeholders from the aviation industry are involved. In summary, this thesis contributes to increased knowledge in changing business models in the aviation industry as well as an analysis of current price strategies for sustainable aviation fuel. Leveraging the insights from the TLBMC analysis of business models and pricing strategies for SAF integration, this research aims to inform strategic decision-making in the aviation sector and accelerate the industry's transition towards a more sustainable and environmentally conscious future. / Flygindustrin befinner sig i en avgörande position där behov för övergång till hållbara alternativ för att minska dess miljöpåverkan finns. Denna avhandling utgör en omfattande utforskning av hållbara flygbränslen införande inom flygbolagens affärsmodeller, med användning av både Business Model Canvas (BMC) och Triple Layered Business Model Canvas (TLBMC) som huvudramverk för analys. En noggrann analys av flygbolagens prisstrategier för hållbart flygbränsle och affärsmodeller har genomförts med hänsyn till miljömässiga, ekonomiska och sociala hållbarhetsaspekter. Detta har möjliggjort identifiering av effektiva tillvägagångssätt för att främja införandet av hållbart flygbränsle. Genom att utföra analyser och granskning av flygindustrins dynamik, riktlinjer och tekniska framsteg, bidrar denna forskning med praktiska insikter som syftar till att vägleda beslutsfattande och strategisk planering inom flygsektorn. Resultaten har visat på att det är avgörande för industrins intressenter att ta till sig innovation, hållbarhet och samarbeta för att föra flygsektorn mot en grönare och mer motståndskraftig framtid. Integrationen av hållbara flygbränsle inom flygbolagens affärsmodeller representerar ett avgörande steg mot hållbarhet inom flygindustrin. I denna avhandling har Triple Layered Business Model Canvas TLBMC, använts för att komplettera den traditionella Business Model Canvas BMC. Användning av dessa ramverk tillsammans erbjuder en holistisk analys av de miljömässiga, ekonomiska och sociala effekterna av SAF införande på flygbolag som Scandinavian Airlines SAS och BRA Braathens Regional Airlines. Hållbart flygbränsle används som en tillfällig lösning för att minska flygindustrins miljöpåverkan. Dock behövs det analys och granskning av det hållbara bränslets livscykel från produktion till konsumtion för att kunna utvärdera dess miljö och sociala fördelar. Från ett ekonomiskt perspektiv utgör det hållbara flygbränsle produktionen och tillgängligheten en  stor utmaning för flygbolagen. För att övervinna denna utmaningen krävs det innovativaprissättningsstrategier och kostnadsdelning initiativ där olika intressenter från flygindustrin är involverade. Sammanfattningsvis bidrar denna avhandling till ökad kunskap inom förändring av affärsmodeller inom flygindustrin samt en analys av nuvarande prisstrategier för hållbart flygbränsle. Genom att utnyttja insikterna från TLBMC-analysen av affärsmodeller och prissättningsstrategier för SAF-integration, syftar denna forskning till att informera strategiskt beslutsfattande inom flygsektorn och påskynda branschens övergång mot en mer hållbar och miljömedveten framtid.
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Sustainable Effects of Technological Innovation on Business Models : A Case Study on AR in the Grocery Industry / Hållbara Effekter av Teknisk Innovation på Affärsmodeller : En fallstudie om AR i dagligvarubranschen

Bolos, Raphael, Grujcic, Vlado January 2023 (has links)
In the growing digitalization of the grocery industry, it is necessary for traditional grocery retailers to adapt their business models to the new digital era. Augmented reality (AR) and other digital tools have proven to have the ability to transform the grocery business, and it is crucial for traditional grocers to act in order to remain competitive. AR technology has been used in a number of different retail industries, such as the clothing industry and the furniture industry. The purpose of this paper is to investigate how the implementation of AR can affectthe business model of a traditional grocery retailer. A case study has been conducted with a food company in Sweden, at the request of our commissioner working in the field of digitalization of different industries. Furthermore, the Triple Layered Business Model Canvas, has been used as a tool to identify the current business model, and to give suggestions on how the future business model can look like, after an implementation of AR. The results show a change on the canvas of the three different sustainability factors, but also an identification of the different challenges a grocery retailer can face. The results show an increased collaboration with external partners and the implementation of new activities for the case company. Furthermore, the study emphasizes the impact on distribution and suppliers, as well as the social consequences. Preparation for the technology is further presented in the study.  The study contributes to increased knowledge of business model change in the grocery industry. Previous research on the impact of AR on the grocery industry has been confirmed, and this paper contributes new research investigating the impact of technological innovations on the business model of traditional grocery retailers. This study also adds knowledge on theuse of the Triple Layered Business Model Canvas as an analytical tool for sustainability and business model change. / I den växande digitaliseringen av livsmedelsbranschen är det nödvändigt för traditionella livsmedelshandlare att anpassa sina affärsmodeller till den nya digitala eran. Förstärkt verklighet (AR) och andra digitala verktyg har visat sig ha förmågan att omvälva livsmedelshandeln, och det är avgörande för traditionella livsmedelshandlare att agera för att behålla sin konkurrenskraft. AR-tekniken har använts inom ett flertal olika industrier inom detaljhandeln, såsom klädindustrin och möbelindustrin. Den här uppsatsens syfte är att undersöka hur implementeringen av AR kan påverka en traditionell livsmedelshandlarnas affärsmodell. En fallstudie har gjorts på ett livsmedelsföretag i Sverige, på begäran av vår kommissarie som arbetar inom digitalisering av olika branscher. Vidare har Triple Layered Business Model Canvas använts som ett verktyg för att identifiera den nuvarande affärsmodellen, och för att ge förslag på hur den framtida affärsmodellen kan se ut, efter en implementering av förstärkt verklighet (AR). Resultaten visar en förändring av canvasen med tre olika hållbarhetsfaktorerna, men även en identifiering över de olika utmaningarna en livsmedelshandlare kan stå inför. Resultatet visar ett ökat samarbete med externa partners samt implementering av nya aktiviteter för fallföretaget. Dessutom belyses påverkan på distribution och leverantörer, samt de sociala konsekvenserna. Vidare i studien presenteras även olika relevanta och betydelsefulla förberedelser för en implementation av AR tekniken. Studien bidrar till ökad kunskap inom förändring av affärsmodeller inom livsmedelsindustrin. Tidigare forskning om förstärkt verklighets påverkan på livsmedelsbranschen har bekräftats, och denna uppsats bidrar med ny forskning som undersöker effekten av teknologiska innovationer på affärsmodellen för traditionella livsmedelshandlare. Denna studie tillför även kunskap om användningen av Triple Layered Business Model Canvas som analysverktyg för hållbarhet och förändring av affärsmodeller.

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