Hyun-Soo Ahn

Hyun-Soo Ahn is a Professor of Technology and Operations and Ford Motor Co. Director of the Tauber Institute for Global Operations at the University of Michigan's Stephen M. Ross School of Business. His research focuses on supply chain management, service operations, pricing strategies, and value chain innovations, supported by NSF and Department of Energy grants. He teaches business analytics, machine learning, and consulting methodologies across EMBA, MBA, MSCM, and BBA programs, along with executive education for firms like ICBC and Bank of America.

• Education:
  • PhD in Technology and Operations, University of Michigan (2001)
  • MSE, University of Michigan (1997)
  • BSE in Engineering, KAIST (1994)

His research interests emphasize data-driven decision-making in supply chains, dynamic pricing models, and collaborative strategies. Notable contributions include work on subsidy policies for innovation, capacity investment collaboration, and pandemic control through multi-model integration. He leads the Supply Chain Consulting Studio, guiding over 70 projects with companies such as Amazon, Google, and General Motors.

Teaching and Awards: Six teaching excellence awards (student-voted) and the 2019 Ross Researcher of the Year Award highlight his dual impact in education and research. His executive education focuses on digital transformation and business analytics.

• Key Projects:
  • Consulting for 70+ companies across sectors
  • Founder of Ross MSCM's Supply Chain Consulting Studio