Open Access Conference Proceedings

Abstract: In order to maintain their position on the market, enterprises are forced to constantly improve every sphere of their activity. The aim of this work was to identify and analyze the needs of improvement, perceived from the perspective of superiors and employees directly involved in the processes of providing services in a selected distribution center. [..] Read more

Abstract: This paper presents a simulation model dedicated to resources planning in the security control process at the airport terminal. The developed model may be applied at any airport using centralised security checkpoint. [..] Read more

Abstract: The purpose of the paper was to determine the value of the global passenger service quality assessment index (LoS) at Wroclaw Airport. The passenger's rating directly affects the airport's profits as a result of non-aeronautical activities. [..] Read more

Abstract: With high price competition, it is no longer important for enterprises to achieve merely the lowest price but predominantly to gain a competitive advantage using non-financial indicators that include quality distribution, reliability and delivery quality, or cohere supply relationships. The article focuses on introducing the Automated Truck Loading System and its use in the process of loading finished products in a selected industrial enterprise. [..] Read more

Abstract: A sustainable transport is an increasing trend among green consumers. The automobile industry seems to contribute to an acceleration of this trend. [..] Read more

Abstract: The 1980s was a period of changes in Poland aimed at building a free market economy. This change has greatly influenced the functioning of Polish state-owned enterprises, which had to introduce new management rules. [..] Read more

Abstract: In the paper, the problem of the diagnosis of organizational intelligence in terms of implementation of open innovation and its impact on decision-making processes in the enterprise has been subjected to discussion. The whole of the presented considerations have been divided into three main parts. [..] Read more

Abstract: Background. Over half of the world's population lives in urbanized areas, cities emit over 75 % of global greenhouse gases [1]. [..] Read more

Abstract: All forms of transport in each country are regulated by the relevant regulations. Road transport is also subject to appropriate legal regulations. [..] Read more

Abstract: In recent years, the concept of Industry 4.0, called the fourth industrial revolution, has become increasingly popular. Application of automation, data exchange, cloud computing and the Internet of Things can transfer enterprises into a new reality and give an unprecedented greater opportunity to effectively compete with current market moguls and gain competitive advantage on the market. [..] Read more

Abstract: The article characterizes Lean Management and Six Sigma, two methods for improving processes. The combination of Lean and Six Sigma brings benefits for companies applying this method. [..] Read more

Abstract: Concerns about the marginalization of Europe in world production prompted the development of the concept of Industry 4.0, which will allow highly developed countries to regain the status of leaders in industrialization. As part of the proposed concept, which is to form the basis of the fourth industrial revolution, it is planned to closely connect physical objects with the information network. [..] Read more

Abstract: The aim of the article is to analyze the implementation costs of innovative technologies supporting warehouse processes and to show their impact on the improvement of warehouse processes in the area of order picking. The research focused on a sample costs simulation of the following systems: Pick-by-Light, Pick-by-Point, Pick-by-Frame, Pick-by-Voice, Pick-Radar, whose cost depends mainly on the type of warehouse in which the system is to be used and on the number of employees operating the equipment. [..] Read more

Abstract: The issue of international, illegal trade in wild fauna and flora is important, still valid, but extremely complex. It is a growing problem for the whole world. [..] Read more

Abstract: Labelling collective cartons of food products is crucial element that is often neglected in industry. Labels have to meet the requirements of food law, specificity of the company, requirements typical for this sector, the chain of supply and the demands of individual customers – retail companies. [..] Read more

Abstract: The paper presents an example of a storage system that was designed applying the logistics principles. The process of designing a storage system includes the application of design logistics systems. [..] Read more

Abstract: An important contribution for the enterprise is an analysis of the supply chain and market in the area of outsourcing of logistics activities. The paper presents the determination of suitable ways of its application in the selected enterprise. [..] Read more

Abstract: The constant evolution of the Internet brings with itself changes in business communication with customers and in the distribution ways of products to customers. Nowadays, e-shop sales are in the forefront of all sales which puts higher demands on supply chains. [..] Read more

Abstract: The aim of each company is, among other things, to manage logistic processes. It is therefore crucial for companies to identify where the risk is, how large it is, how it can affect the activities, process, organization, and what measures need to be taken to eliminate or at least reduce the risk to an acceptable level. [..] Read more

Abstract: The paper aims to present new technologies used in retail logistics. Firstly, it focuses on an identification of risks associated with retail logistics. [..] Read more