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Professor ManMohan S Sodhi is a distinguished academic and researcher in Operations and Supply Chain Management at Bayes Business School, part of the University of London. His career includes roles at leading institutions such as UCLA, University of Michigan, and Indian School of Business. He holds PhD (1994) and MS (1987) degrees from the University of California, Los Angeles, and a B.Tech from the Indian Institute of Technology Delhi. Sodhi specializes in supply chain risk, sustainability, and social enterprise, with notable contributions to journals like Operations Research and Production and Operations Management. He has been a visiting professor at institutions including London Business School and Kühne Logistics University. A Fellow of the OR Society and Institute of Mathematics, Sodhi is also recognized for top-cited research in operations and SSRN downloads. His work bridges academia and industry, addressing global challenges like pandemic preparedness and supply chain resilience.
Education:
- PhD in Management Science, UCLA Anderson School of Management (1994)
- MS in Industrial Engineering and Management, North Dakota State University (1987)
- B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (1984)
Research Interests: Sodhi’s work focuses on supply chain risk management, sustainability, healthcare logistics, and social enterprise. His recent research explores 'sustenance'—balancing supply chain resilience with environmental and societal goals. Key themes include:
- Supply chain partnerships and transparency
- Risk mitigation and resilience in global networks
- Quantitative methods for decision-making
- Applications in healthcare and emerging markets
Publications & Awards: Sodhi has authored influential books like Managing Supply Chain Risk and over 100 peer-reviewed articles. His honors include being a top-cited author (Stanford/Elsevier), top 1% SSRN author, and Fellowships from leading OR societies. His work frequently addresses real-world challenges, such as pandemic supply chain preparedness and blockchain adoption.
Grants & Collaborations: He led projects funded by the European Commission and Carrier, exploring cold chain logistics in India and sustainable supply chains. His industry collaborations span sectors like healthcare, automotive, and electronics.
Labs/Teams: Sodhi’s research often involves interdisciplinary teams, including work on humanitarian logistics and sustainable development goals. His doctoral advisees focus on topics like social enterprise and sustainability reporting.
