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Dr. Mike Rogerson is an Assistant Professor in Operations Management at the University of Sussex Business School. He previously served as a Lecturer in Digital Economy and Research Fellow at the University of Surrey (2021-2023). His academic journey includes a PhD in supply chain management from the University of Bath, with a focus on modern slavery in supply chains, an MBA from Imperial College London, and undergraduate degrees from Robert Gordon University and the University of the West of England.
Dr. Rogerson's research centers on sustainable supply chain management, with particular emphasis on human rights and modern slavery issues in global supply chains. His work explores how technologies like blockchain can enhance supply chain transparency and traceability to address labor abuses. His research spans multiple sectors including apparel, food (particularly cocoa), construction, and public procurement.
- Blockchain applications for supply chain transparency and compliance
- Institutional responses to modern slavery legislation
- Intersection of climate change and human rights in supply chains
- Technology-enabled solutions for supply chain visibility
- Corporate accountability for human rights due diligence
His publication record shows a strong trajectory with multiple high-impact articles in journals such as Journal of Operations Management, Journal of Supply Chain Management, and Supply Chain Management: An International Journal. His work on blockchain for supply chain visibility (2020) has garnered over 360 citations, indicating significant influence in the field.
- Intersecting sustainabilities: Protecting both people and planet in public sector supply (Modern Slavery and Human Rights Policy and Evidence Centre, 2023)
Dr. Rogerson brings substantial practical experience to his academic work, having held operational roles as a consultant in the UK, USA, and Germany, and industry positions across multiple continents including Libya, Qatar, Tanzania, South Africa, and Angola. This global perspective informs his research on international supply chain challenges.
