Terrence Perera

Dr. Terrence Perera is a Teaching Professor in the Operations Management and Decision Sciences (OMDS) department at the University of Sheffield's Management School. With over 30 years of experience in teaching, research, and consultancy, he specializes in computer modeling/simulation, operations management, and supply chain management. He leads modules such as 'The Intelligent Organisation,' 'Internationalisation Challenge,' and 'Business Intelligence' in undergraduate and MBA programs. His work integrating Qlik into teaching earned him the 2025 Qlik Education Ambassador title, while his Internationalisation Challenge module was shortlisted for a postgraduate employability award by AGCAS.

Education: BSc and PhD qualifications.

Research Interests: Focus on Industry 4.0 integration, simulation in healthcare (e.g., neonatal unit analysis), supply chain data management, and sustainability initiatives. He has secured five EPSRC grants and managed Knowledge Transfer Partnership projects with firms like BAE Systems and Siemens.

Professional Recognition: Recipient of the 2025 Qlik Education Ambassador award and AGCAS shortlist. His consultancy spans sectors including healthcare, manufacturing, and logistics.

Teaching & Advising: Supervises student dissertations, develops case studies from industry collaboration. His modules emphasize real-world applications of analytics and modern technologies.

Grants & Projects: Five EPSRC grants, multiple KTP projects focused on manufacturing systems and ERP. Collaborations include Sheffield Children’s Hospital and Fosters Bakery.