Jose Arturo Garza-Reyes

Professor Jose Arturo Garza-Reyes is a leading academic in Operations Management at the University of Derby, where he serves as Head of the Centre for Supply Chain Improvement within the College of Business, Law and Social Sciences. His extensive research focuses on integrating Lean, Agile, and Digital Technologies to enhance Sustainable Supply Chains and Circular Economy practices in manufacturing and logistics.

• Research Interests: Operations Management, Supply Chain Resilience, Green Manufacturing, Industry 4.0 Applications
• Editorial Roles: Editor-in-Chief of the International Journal of Industrial Engineering and Operations Management, Associate Editor of multiple journals
• Professional Recognitions: Chartered Engineer (CEng), Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA), Certified Six Sigma Green Belt

With over 390 peer-reviewed publications and nine books, his work bridges Quality 4.0, Lean Six Sigma, and Digital Transformation. He has delivered 30+ keynote speeches globally and secured £179k+ in research grants from organizations like Innovate UK and the British Academy. His research directly influences policy documents for the European Commission, World Bank, and multiple national governments.

Recent publications examine the synergy between Blockchain Technology, Industry 4.0, and Circular Economy in sectors ranging from fashion and healthcare to agri-food and construction. Methodologically, he employs systematic reviews, fuzzy logic models, and case studies to address real-world operational challenges.

• Scientific Awards: Outstanding Researcher Award, Outstanding Professor in Supply Chain Award, Best Track Paper Award at IEOM 2023
• Professional Memberships: Fellow of the Society of Industrial Engineering and Operations Management (FIEOM), Member of Institution of Engineering and Technology (MIET)

His editorial leadership spans journals like the International Journal of Supply Chain and Operations Resilience and Journal of Manufacturing Technology Management. He also contributes to policy development through collaborations with the European Commission, British Academy, and Inter-American Development Bank, focusing on decarbonization and sustainable logistics.