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Dr. Imran Ali is a Lecturer (Assistant Professor) in Supply Chain Management at Queen Mary University of London, School of Business and Management. He holds a PhD in Supply Chain Management from Aberystwyth University (UK) and a MEng in Telecommunications from RMIT University (Australia). Prior roles include Senior Lecturer at the University of Huddersfield and Lecturer at Cranfield University. He led supply chain and digital transformation initiatives in the Northern Productivity Hub and has 5 years of industry experience in telecom network solutions at Siemens, certified as a Siemens Solution Consultant.
- Education:
- PhD in Supply Chain Management, Aberystwyth University, UK
- MEng in Telecommunications, RMIT University, Australia
His research focuses on digital transformation, blockchain, AI, IoT, and sustainable practices in supply chains. Key areas include blockchain integration for SMEs, circular economy resilience, AI-driven manufacturing processes, and IoT-based supply chain transparency. His work bridges academic rigor with industry needs, emphasizing practical solutions for modern supply chain challenges.
Publications highlight innovations in supply chain design, digital twin applications, and omni-channel logistics. Recent trends show a focus on sustainability (e.g., agri-food systems, environmental impacts) and technology adoption (e.g., cloud computing, digital twins).
- Awards and Fellowships:
- Glyn Rowlands Doctoral Studentship (highly competitive)
- Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA), UK
- Chartered Member of CILT (Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport), UK
Imran advises on procurement resilience, cloud-based supply chain systems, and digital twin implementations. He collaborates on grants related to Industry 4.0 and sustainable manufacturing. His research lab explores AI-Blockchain hybrids for SME supply chains and IoT-driven traceability in pharmaceuticals.
He is affiliated with Queen Mary’s Entrepreneurship Hub and actively engages in global supply chain networks, contributing to policy discussions on digital transformation in emerging markets.
