Richard Addo-Tenkorang

Richard Addo-Tenkorang is a Lecturer at the University of Hertfordshire, affiliated with the School of Physics, Engineering & Computer Science and the Department of Engineering and Technology. He holds a DSc.-Tech/PhD from the University of Vaasa (2014), an MSc in Digital Enterprise Management from the University of Westminster (2008), and a BEng (Hons) in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Wolverhampton (2004). His research focuses on Enterprise Supply-Chain Management, Digital Manufacturing, Industry 4.0, IoT, and Big Data Value-chain Management. He is a Chartered Engineer (CEng MIET) and a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA).

Research Interests:

• Enterprise Supply-Chain Management
• Concurrent Engineering
• Digital Transformation in Manufacturing
• IOT and Smart Production Systems
• Lean Manufacturing and Sustainability
• Engineering Pedagogy

Awards and Recognition:

• Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA), Advance HE (2022)
• Chartered Engineer (CEng MIET), IET (2021)

Key Research Contributions:

• Developed frameworks for tracking and tracing in global supply chains
• Explored digital transformation roadmaps for SMEs in smart factories
• Advanced IoT integration in supply-chain networks
• Investigated data-driven approaches in engineer-to-order systems

Collaborations: Active in Nordic and African manufacturing sectors, focusing on SME digitization and sustainable practices.