Ibrahim Ali

Ibrahim Ali is a Lecturer and PhD Researcher in Supply Chain Management at the University of Strathclyde, affiliated with the Department of Design, Manufacturing & Engineering Management (DMEM) within the Faculty of Engineering. His research focuses on supply chain risk management, particularly exploring the intersection of social relationships and information sharing within supply chains.

Education background includes a Master’s degree (institution unspecified) followed by a PhD in Supply Chain Management at the University of Strathclyde, supervised by Dr. Ian Whitfield.

Research interests center on Supply Chain Risk Management, leveraging insights from social network analysis to enhance information sharing practices. He investigates how social relationships influence supply chain resilience and operational efficiency, contributing to both theoretical and practical advancements in logistics and operations management.

Under the guidance of Dr. Ian Whitfield, Ali’s PhD research explores innovative approaches to supply chain challenges. While no specific grants are detailed, his work benefits from the collaborative environment of the DMEM department, which fosters interdisciplinary dialogue with engineering peers.

Ali actively engages with the DMEM community, participating in departmental social events and poster reviews, which enrich his research perspective through interactions with engineers and other researchers.