Browsing Masters Degrees (Industrial Engineering) by Title
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Understanding Universal Health Coverage success through Qualitative Comparative Analysis
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2019-04)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Goal 3 of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) is to “Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages”. More specifically, this goal is to “Achieve universal health ... -
The use of low cost optical technologies for the mapping of production environments
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2019-04)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The importance of indoor positioning systems (IPS) and object recognition systems has increased in recent years, especially with regard to the digitization of processes and workflows. These systems enable ... -
Using knowledge networks to support innovation
(Stellenbosch : University of Stellenbosch, 2009-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Innovation capability is undoubtedly an essential attribute for organizations that wish to survive and grow in a modern economy. Innovation is however widely misunderstood and subsequently mismanaged. ... -
Using population-based incremental learning to optimize feasible distribution logistic solutions
(Stellenbosch : University of Stellenbosch, 2005-03)This thesis introduces an adaptation of the Population-Based Incremental Learning (PBIL) meta-heuristic implemented on a variant of the General Pickup and Delivery Problem. The mapping of the customers in the problem and ... -
Utilising blockchain technology to combat counterfeit products on digital platforms
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2020-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The objective of this research project is to develop 'n conceptual technology model that can assist organisations with the practical application of blockchain technology (BCT) in designing, or redesigning, ... -
Valorization of ferrochrome slag: towards increasing the beneficial utilisation of ferrochrome slag in South Africa
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2016-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Ferrochrome slag is a leftover of the production process of ferrochrome, a crucial alloying element for the production of stainless steel. The material properties of these slags show excellent properties ... -
Value-adding business process modelling : determining the suitability of a business process modelling technique for a given application
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2013-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Organizations formally define and document their business processes in order to properly understand them and to subsequently enable their continuous development, improvement and management. In order to ... -
Water resource infrastructure implications of a green economy transition in the Western Cape Province of South Africa: A system dynamics approach
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2016-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: For the Western Cape Province of South Africa to transition to a green economy, sustainable use of water resources is identified as a critical necessity. The green economy transition is seen as the most ...
