Operations and supply chain management

In the realm of operations and supply chain management, digital information assumes a pivotal role, serving as the basis for our research and aiming to optimise processes by harmonising resource utilisation (supply) with the quality of service delivered to customers (demand) throughout a company or institution’s value chain. Our research endeavours are geared towards formulating innovative planning and management methodologies that enhance companies and institutions' operational efficiency, capitalising on opportunities that digitalisation present. Drawing from a diverse toolkit that includes optimisation and simulation methods, analytics, statistics, data science and assessment methodologies, our investigations span strategic, tactical, and operational time horizons, addressing challenges within organisations' value and supply chains.

Three domains stand out in importance:

Maritime Management plays a crucial role within the broader supply chain management agenda. Key aspects with growing importance include environmental sustainability, supply chain resilience and cost efficiency. As supply chains continue to evolve, the importance of effective maritime management within the supply chain management agenda is expected to grow.

Healthcare Operations Management plays an evolving role based on inventory management, patient care and safety, data-driven decision-making, pharmaceutical supply chains and sustainability in operations.

Freight Transport and Logistics are integral components of supply chain management, influencing cost, customer service, resilience, sustainability and global market access. As supply chains become increasingly complex and globalised, the role of logistics in optimising the flow of goods and information becomes even more critical to business success.