Ananth V. Iyer

Ananth V. Iyer is the Dean Professor of Operations Management and Strategy at the School of Management, University at Buffalo. He holds a PhD and MBA from the University of Florida, along with a BFA from the North Carolina School of the Arts. His research focuses on emergency response logistics, sustainable supply chain systems, and digital education distribution. He has pioneered models for contingency management, supply chain vulnerability analysis, and innovative educational technologies.

Key professional contributions include developing frameworks for emergency resource allocation, evaluating recycled content claims in manufacturing, and optimizing winter operations logistics. His work frequently intersects with public policy, as seen in studies on freight infrastructure planning and INDOT project impacts.

• Education: PhD & MBA (University of Florida), BFA (North Carolina School of the Arts)
• Affiliations: Decision Sciences Institute, American Production and Inventory Control Society
• Labs/Teams: Academic Director of Digital Access Education Program, member of Extreme Events Research Area & Geohazards Studies Center

His publications span prestigious journals like Journal of Operations Management and European Journal of Operational Research, with a focus on practical applications in public safety and industry. Awards include SUNY’s Chancellor’s Award and multiple Decision Sciences Institute recognitions.