معرفی
Ali Ardalan serves as a Professor in the Department of Information Technology & Decision Sciences at Old Dominion University's Strome College of Business, maintaining an active office in Constant Hall, Norfolk. His academic foundation includes a Ph.D. in Business Administration (1983) and M.B.A. (1979) from the University of Arizona.
His educational credentials are:
- Ph.D. in Business Administration, The University of Arizona (1983)
- M.B.A., The University of Arizona (1979)
Professor Ardalan's research centers on Production and Operations Management with deep specialization in Just-In-Time production systems, inventory management, simulation, and scheduling methodologies. Recent work demonstrates strategic expansion into data visualization for educational applications and analysis of online course conversion challenges, reflecting adaptation to digital pedagogy trends while maintaining core operations expertise. His methodological approach consistently integrates simulation modeling with practical business applications.
Publication trends reveal three decades of focused contributions to Kanban and Just-In-Time systems, with a notable pivot toward data-driven educational technologies since 2016. The 2019-2025 publications showcase increasing interdisciplinary work bridging operations management with learning analytics, particularly in data visualization course design and pandemic-era teaching adaptations.
His scholarly impact is recognized through significant awards:
- College of Business Outstanding Faculty Research Award (2012)
- Old Dominion University Teaching With Technology Award (2010)
Research funding includes a $11,000 Old Dominion University grant (2005) for simulation-based cost modeling in assembly flow shops. His extensive collaborative publications with researchers like Diaz, Rabadi, and Ardalan (R.K.) indicate active mentorship and team leadership, though specific student names aren't documented in the provided materials. Current projects suggest continued exploration of Net-CONWIP systems and educational technology integration.
