Procurement and Supply Chain Management Research Papers/Topics

The Impact of Procurement Practices On the Performance of Local Governments in Uganda: A Case Ofbugiri District Local Government

ABSTRACT This study investigated the effect of procurement practices on the performance of Local Governments in Uganda with specific reference to Bugiri District Local Government and it was guided by the following objective; i) to determine the level of customer orientation. ii) to determine the use of strategic supplier partnerships and, iii) to determine the level of information sharing as lectors influencing the performance of Bugiri District Local Government This study used a descriptive...

The Effects of E-Sourcing On Cost Reduction in A Manufacturing Firm a Case Study: Century Bottling Company Ltd

ABSTRACT The study aimed at determining the impact of c—sourcing on cost reduction. It further looked at various specific objectives which include; benefits of implementing c—sourcing and current procurement practices. To determine the various c—sourcing tools used by manu thcturing firms. i- d to examine the various costs incurred by manufacturing firms. And to find the relationships between e—sourcing and cost reduction. The study also investigated the challenges of implementing c�...

The Challenges Faced by Koboko Transporters Limited in Their Logistical Service Provision. Case Study: Koboko Transporters Limited (Koboko District).

Abstract The research was carried out to investigate the challenges faced by logistics in service provision in KK transporters .this was because koboko transporters mostly provide logistical services to their clients within the area. This research was mainly carried out in both the head quarter in Kampala and koboko branch which was located in koboko. The aim of the study was to investigate the challenges facing koboko transporters in their service provision, and how the distribution channel...

Service Delivery and Customer Satisfaction in Clearing and Forwarding Companies in Uganda Case Study of Lead Logistics Uganda Limited

ABSTRACT The aim of the study was to investigate the relationship between Service delivery and Customer satisfaction and establish marketing strategies needed to attain maximum customer satisfaction at Lead Logistics Uganda Limited. In order to achieve this goal the objectives of the study were to investigate the customer service activities carried out by the Lead Logistics Uganda Limited branch offices in Kampala, Uganda. The company is located at Kitgum house, plot I access road near shell...

Supplier Selection and Procurement Performance of Organizations in Uganda; A Case Study of Mukwano Group of Companies, Kampala

ABSTRACT The research established the effect of supplier selection on the performance of organizations, a case study of Mukwano Group of Companies. The study was guided by the following specific objectives, to determine the effect of pre-qualification on procurement performance of public institutions, to establish the effect of tendering on procurement performance of public institutions and to investigate the effect of multiple sourcing on procurement performance of public institutions. The ...

The Impact of Inventory Management On Sales Volume in Smes: A Case Study: Byenkya Investments

ABSTRACT The Study a at Inventory management and sales volume with the objectives of the study including; establishing the importance of inventory management, examining the factors affecting sales volume and finding out the relationship between inventory management and sales volume in SMEs. The researcher used a quantitative cross-sectional research design during data collection and Secondary Sources such as Text Books, journals, Magazines, Internet, Reports and Conference proceedings. The s...

Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction in the Manufacturing Sector; The Case of Lweza Clays Ltd Kajjansi

ABSTRACT With the increasing pressure to remain competitive in this era of globalization, companies are now rethinking of incorporating quality aspects in their operations. This examined the impact of quality management on customer satisfaction at Lweza Clays-Kajjansi. The objectives of this study were to: identify& the quality management dimensions, assess the benefits of quality management and, to establish the relationship between quality management and customer satisfaction. A descriptiv...

Impact of Material Handling Systems On Suppliers Efficiency in Heavy Commercial Transport; A Case Study of Sdv Transami, Ntinda Naka.Wa Division

ABSTRACT Purpose of the Impacts of Material Handling Systems on Suppliers Efficiency in Heavy Commercial Transport at SDV Transami to establish the Impacts of Material Handling Systems on Suppliers Efficiency in Heavy Commercial Transport at SDV Transami. The study was guided by the following objectives:- To examine the materials handling and storage methods at SDV Transami Ntinda Nakawa Division; To establish the important safety measures of SDV Transami, Ntinda Nakawa Division; To identify...

The Role of Information Technology (It) In Improving Business Performance. A Case Study of Abacus Pharmaceuticals Ltd, Nakawa-Kampala

ABSTRACT The study was about the role of information technology (it) in improving business performance in Abacus Pharmaceutical Limited Nakawa, the study intended to find out the determinants/factors that can improve business performance, the role of IT in Business/the business value of IT, the linkage between IT investment and business performance and to evaluate and realize the business value of IT. The population for this study was defined as users of IT in each of the selected department...

Sales Promotion and Productivity of an Organization: A Case Study of Century Bottling Company Limited Namanve- Mljkono (U).

ABSTRACT The research presents the impact of sales promotion on the productivity of the organization in particular Century Bottling Company Limited. The research that was undertaken was conducted to identify sales promotion activities use din Century Bottling Company Limited. The research was also conducted to examine the relationship that exists between sales promotion and productivity. It was also conducted to establish other factors other than sales promotion that leads to productivity in...

Outsourcing And Service Delivery By Commercial Banks In Uganda. A Case Study Of Equity Bank-Mubende Branch.

ABSTRACT This report is a result of an academic research titled outsourcing and service delivery of commercial banks in Uganda with a case study of Equity bank Mubende branch. The objectives of the study were: to assess the relationship between outsourcing and service delivery at equity bank Mubende branch, to find out how outsourcing improve efficiency at Equity Bank Mubende branch, to examine the different outsourcing strategies used by Equity bank Mubende branch. To answer research questi...

The Impact Of Outsourcing On Organisational Performance: A Case Study Of Nile Breweries.

TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPACT OF OUTSOURCING ON ORGANISATIONAL PERFORMANCE: A CASE STUDY OF NILE BREWERIES ................................................................................................................................. i DECLARATION ..................................................................................................................................... ii APPROVAL ............................................................................................................

The Impact Of Supplier Relationship Management On Performance Of The Organisation. Case Study Of Mukwano Group Of Companies.

TABLE OF CONTENT DECLARATION ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• ii APPROVAL .•.•.•.•.•••••.•••••••••••.••••••••••••••••••�...

Impact Of Centralised Purchasing On Organisa Tjonal Performance. A Case Of Mukwano Group Of Companies

LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS. CP AR . . . .. . Company Procurement assessment Report WHO ....... World health Organization MRP ......... Material Requirement Planning. PPDAA ...... Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Asset authority CPD ....... Central Purchasing Department IMF ......... International Monetary Fund V TABLE OF CONTENTS. DECLARATION ....................................................................................................................... I APPROVAL ....................

Entrepreneurial Orientation and Supply Chain Performance Among SMEs in South-South Nigeria

ABSTRACT The complexity of today’s business environment requires an entrepreneurial mindset in managing global supply chains. This paper attempted the application of entrepreneurial orientation (EO) to the management of small and medium enterprise supply chains. Specifically, the study investigated the interaction between EO and supply chain performance (SCP) amongst small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the South-South geopolitical region of Nigeria. Empirical data from 57 purposively se...


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