Journal of Business Chemistry October 2013

Abstract In the commercial area, classification of chemicals is not as straightforward as in the scientific area. Depending on the perspective taken, different levels can be utilized – moving from segments consisting of individual chemical compounds to the other extreme of segments only defined by the end-use of chemicals. In between, there are several other […]

Abstract The paper discusses the findings of a survey which was conducted in 2012 by ConMoto Consulting Group among top managers in German speaking countries. The aim of the survey was to analyze the value orientation of companies from a variety of industrial sectors, i.e. to evaluate the companies’ procurement. This paper briefly presents the overall […]

Abstract Supply chain management (SCM) requirements have changed significantly in recent years. The buzzword nowadays when managing global supply chains is adaptation to increasing global complexity and volatility. Growing pressure from financial markets and the difficulty of increasing operating margins and working capital in this environment require efficient planning and execution of global production processes. […]

Abstract The role of new ventures for technology transfer from universities and research institutions to companies and between companies focused on the chemical and pharmaceutical industry are discussed in this article. Different aspects of this technology transfer approach like the maturity of the technology, the acquisition of additional resources and the technology transfer results have […]