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The global catering industry, particularly the event sector, requires innovative logistics solutions to optimize last-mile delivery processes, ensure timeliness, and maintain high product quality. The high frequency of catering service use by consumers signals an urgent need for efficient and modern forms of delivery, which…

This study examines the implementation of an error catalogue as an innovative tool within the quality management framework of a manufacturing organization. The motive behind the research lies in addressing the critical need for effective quality management strategies that can systematically reduce defects and enhance…

The complexity of agri-food supply chains requires decision frameworks that translate strategic goals into measurable operational results. This study applies the Supply Chain Operations Reference (SCOR) model to evaluate planning efficiency in a medium-sized meat-processing enterprise located in the Lower Silesian region of Poland. Drawing…

This reflection aims to deepen our understanding of the role of the virtues of humility and reverence within the field of spiritual leadership. While humility, already well studied, fosters trust and cooperation by limiting ego and valuing others, reverence—understood as conscious respect for a higher…

Manufacturing ecosystems are increasingly recognized as critical frameworks for understanding how diverse actors contribute to industrial innovation. While existing studies often emphasize structural mapping and actor typologies, less attention has been paid to functional contributions across different stages of the innovation process. This paper addresses…

The article concerns the application of Lean Management tools in a household appliances manufacturing company in order to reduce resource waste and improve process efficiency. The starting point is the need to increase competitiveness by eliminating activities that do not add value and implementing solutions…

Regional innovation depends on effective collaboration among firms, universities, intermediaries, and policymakers. Traditional profiling methods, however, rely on self-reported information that is often unreliable or outdated. This paper presents the profiling methodology developed in the Interreg Central Europe SYNERGY project (2017–2020), which characterizes innovation actors…

The growing complexity of global supply chains and the rapid development of e-commerce have made automation a strategic necessity for logistics companies seeking to improve operational efficiency. This paper analyzes the impact of automation technologies including Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs), and…

The planned research project “Expeditionary Resilience in Extreme Conditions” aims to develop an interdisciplinary model of human and team resilience by integrating scientific research, mountaineering experience, and academic education. The study will focus on individuals and groups operating in high-risk, high-stress environments – such as…

In today's turbulent environment, innovation has become key to the survival of not only individual companies but sometimes entire economies. The constantly changing global economy forces companies to take steps to improve their innovation. To achieve this, companies must recognize the factors that can improve…