INTRODUCTION It has been part of our history that goods produced are not usually consumed by those that produced them or where they are produced. They need to be moved and moved to the location they are needed. These goods passed through a long chain and are usually handled by many people, with each contributing to adding value to the product, from point of extraction to the transformation, and eventually consumption. This extraction – transformation – consumption stage is what ...
The study detennines the impact of design and implementation of a centralized dmg distribution in Busia district . the purpose of the study is to design dmg distribution inf01mation system for managing dmgs in Busia district. The study intended to establish and recommend strategies polices to reduce the safety of dmgs for the district this in view of the fact that safty of dmgs is common along the supply chain management. The study was conducted through a cross sectional survey data was colle...
Abstract Ethiopia is producing ranges of coffee varieties with unique flavors, quality and traditional organic and shade grown coffee by smallholder farmers for which actors including cooperatives are involved in adding values at each stage of the activities of the value chain. This study focused on examining the linkage between cooperatives and other actors in coffee value chain, and analyzing factors influencing the effectiveness of cooperatives in coffee value chain. The study was conducte...
ABSTRACT This research studies the logistics of distribution system in breweries ( A case study of golden guinea breweries). The research started with the background of the study in chapter one, statement of the petroleum, objective of the study, research question and hypo significance of the study, scope, limitation and delimitation of the study and definition of terms This is followed by chapter two which deals with the review of related literature In chapter three I discussed the rese...
ABSTRACT The general purpose of the study was to determine the relationship between inventory control and profitability of private health institutions in Uganda and the specific objectives were, to examine the inventory control practices at Comboni hospital, to determine the importance of of inventory control at Comboni hospital and to determine the challenges faced with inventory control at Comboni hospital. The findings revealed that at Comboni hospital inventory control is practiced and re...
Abstract: Transaction costs are pervasive barriers in agricultural supply chains as they exclude farmers from profitable markets. Identification of these costs without reliance on proxy variables and their effects on smallholder profitability has not been empirically analyzed. The Heckman 2-step model was used to assess the effects of magnitudes of these costs on farmer profitability. Indirect monitoring and negotiation-related transaction costs had significant, positive, association with se...
Gender issues have taken a global dimension in the recent times especially in Nigeria. Women are increasingly being involved in agricultural food value chain which contributes to economic development. Policy agenda has for decades given priority to the production sphere, where men generally predominate, and has largely neglected processing and marketing activities, where women often play a key role. The paper draws on available empirical literature evidence for the study. Aggregate data shows...
Abstract This refers to how an organization structures its decision making authority. Probably the best way to reface this discussion is to begin by evaluating where the authority for decision exists within the organization versus the physical location of personnel. If an executive at the corporate headquarters must approve a decision, then a firm maintains a centralized authority structure for that decision even if the purchasing personnel are located through the organizational hierarchy. If...
TABLE OF CONTENTSDECLARATION .......................................................................................................................................... iiAPPROVAL ................................................................................................................................................. iiiDEDICATION ............................................................................................................................................. ivACKNOWLEDGEMEN...
Companies are often seen as money making entities that place less emphasis on social concerns and promote inequality. However, many companies are coming to terms with their responsibility to make meaningful contributions to society. There have been growing needs for sustainable operations in all industries. This focus has turned to how companies can be more socially and environmentally responsible and sustainable. Sustainability is the design of human and industrial systems to ensure that hum...
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...
Abstract: Insects are being considered a sustainable protein food source for the future to forestall the impending world protein shortage, exacerbated by population growth and climate change. The edible grasshopper Ruspolia differens, a high protein insect traditionally consumed in East Africa- particularly in Central Uganda presents an opportunity for local solutions to food and nutritional security. This literature review consolidates research information, mainly derived from peer reviewed...
This study sought to examine the extent to which technology influences operational performance of pharmaceutical firms in Kenya. The objectives for this study were to test the relationship between; level of technology, supply chain technology, marketing technology and quality control technology and operational performance of pharmaceuticals firms in Kenya. The study was anchored on Diffusion of Innovation Model and Technology Acceptance Model (TAM). There are 50 registered pharmaceutical...
TABLE OF CONTENTSDECLARATION.iiAPPROVAL iiiDEDICATION ivACKNOWLEDGEMENT vTABLE OF CONTENTS viABSTRACTCHAPTER ONE 1INTRODUCTION 11.1 Background 11.2 Problem Statement 31.3 Objectives 31.3.1 General Objective 31.3.2 Specific Objectives 31.3 Research Questions 41.4 Scope of the Study 41.5 Significance 4CHAPTER TWO 5LITERATURE REVIEW 52.0 Introduction 52.1 Reasons for Forming Supply Chain Management 52.2 Definition 62.3 Key Management Processes in the Supply Chain 62.4 Inventory Management 72.5 R...
ABSTRACT This research work is aimed at recommending possible solution to the organization and management problem of rural water supply programme in Nigeria with a case study of ANSWC Nnewi. The mean or average number of adult and children in the sample household are 3 and 6 respectively and total income reported is N200 to 100 per household per month. The statement of the problems is that the growing commercial and industrial town of Nnewi has been without adequate possible water. The pur...