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Michael Gravier is a Professor of Marketing and Department Chair in the Department of Marketing at Bryant University's College of Business. Holding a PhD from the University of North Texas, an MS from the Air Force Institute of Technology, and a BA from Washington University in St. Louis, he brings 12 years of U.S. Air Force logistics officer experience to his academic leadership and teaching in supply chain management and marketing.
His educational credentials include:
- PhD in Logistics, University of North Texas
- MS, Air Force Institute of Technology
- BA, Washington University in St. Louis
Professor Gravier's research centers on Transportation Management, Supply Chain Management, Knowledge Management, Interfirm Collaboration, Logistics, and Business-to-business Management. His work examines strategic integration of technology with human elements in supply chains, emphasizing resilience during disruptions, digital transformation through blockchain and automation, and collaborative knowledge-sharing across organizational boundaries. He bridges theoretical frameworks with practical industry applications.
His extensive publication record reveals a clear evolution from operational procurement studies toward strategic foresight and human-centric supply chain design. Recent articles address blockchain implementation challenges, warehouse automation lessons, bid protest prediction, and scarcity-driven supply chain adaptation, reflecting growing emphasis on technological disruption and workforce dynamics in global logistics networks.
His scholarly contributions have earned recognition including:
- Successful Record of Research and Publication (2022)
- David M. Levine Best Paper Award in Innovative Teaching (2020)
- Emerald Literati “Highly Commended” Award (2019)
As Department Chair, Professor Gravier leads curriculum development while maintaining active industry engagement through memberships in the Association for Supply Chain Management, Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals, and Institute of Supply Management. His practitioner-focused articles in Supply Chain Management Review demonstrate commitment to translating academic insights into actionable industry guidance, particularly regarding workforce development and strategic adaptation during the Fourth Industrial Revolution.
