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Ronald S. Lembke is a Professor and Department Chair of Supply Chain Management and Business Analytics at the University of Nevada, Reno's College of Business. His expertise lies in Reverse Logistics and Sustainability, focusing on innovations like SQRL codes (Standardized QR for Logistics), which integrate product lifecycle management and customer service. He chairs the Standards Committee of the Reverse Logistics Association and contributed to ANSI standards for QR codes in logistics.
Education: Ph.D. (1995), M.S. (1992) in Industrial Engineering and Management Science from Northwestern University; B.A. in Mathematics with a Computer Science Concentration from St. Olaf College (1990).
Research Interests: Reverse logistics systems, sustainability in supply chains, QR code standardization (SQRL codes), and operational efficiency. His work emphasizes reducing waste and enhancing value recovery through technology.
Teaching: Teaches Operations Management (SCM 352/BADM 701) and previously developed courses like SCM 462 (Managing for Quality) and SCM 463 (Inventory Management). Engaged in experiential learning via SCM 476 Logistics Practicum.
Professional Contributions: Active in industry standards development, including ANSI-approved SQRL codes for product lifecycle tracking. Authored over 30 publications on reverse logistics, blockchain in supply chains, and inventory management since 1995.
