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Professor Trevor Cadden is a Professor of Operations Management at Ulster University Business School, Department of Management, Leadership & Marketing. He also serves as a Visiting Professor at Ajman University in the United Arab Emirates. With extensive expertise in supply chain management and operations, Professor Cadden has established himself as a leading academic and practitioner in his field, contributing significantly to both theoretical knowledge and practical applications.
Professor Cadden holds a PhD in 'The influence of organisational culture on strategic supply chain relationship success: symbiosis in action' (2013), a Post Graduate Certificate in Higher Education Practice (2007), and a Bachelor's degree in Business Studies specializing in Operations Management (1995). He is a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy, a Fellow of the Centre for Higher Education and Research Practice, and a Certified Management & Business Educator with the Chartered Association of Business Schools.
Professor Cadden's research focuses on critical areas of modern supply chain management, including digital transformation, Big Data Analytics, digital technology adoption, organizational culture, innovation, and environmental practices. His work bridges academic theory with practical business applications, particularly in the context of SMEs and cross-border operations. He has made significant contributions to understanding how digital technologies can enhance supply chain resilience and performance, with particular relevance to post-Brexit economic conditions in Ireland and Northern Ireland.
His recent publications demonstrate increasing focus on green supply chain management, corporate social responsibility in SMEs, and the impact of digital technologies on operational performance. His work often takes a practice-based approach, emphasizing real-world applicability alongside theoretical contributions, with numerous papers published in top journals including Supply Chain Management: An International Journal and International Journal of Production Economics.
Scientific Awards
- Ulster University Business School Distinguished Research Award (2019)
- Best Paper Award at the British Academy of Management (2016)
- Ulster University Distinguished Education Excellence Award: Sustained Educational Excellence (2021)
- Ulster University Distinguished Education Excellence Award: Innovation Excellence (2020)
- Ulster University Distinguished Education Excellence Award: Collaborative Excellence (2020)
- Ulster University 'Educator of the Year' (2019)
- £35,000 BMAF Grant (2008)
- Top Talent within Nortel Networks Corporation (2004)
Professor Cadden has secured over £10 million in research funding, including major projects such as the €3.8 million North South Shared Island project 'The Atlantic Innovation Corridor,' a €4.88 million European project addressing food waste using Industry 4.0 technologies, and a €2.2 million project on sustainable nutrition using blockchain. His knowledge exchange activities include multiple Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTPs) and Innovation Boost projects through Intertrade Ireland. His Brexit readiness resources have been accessed nearly 100,000 times, resulting in £12 million in follow-on support to micro and SMEs, with over 80% of firms reporting significant improvements in supply chain resilience.
Professor Cadden leads impactful research teams focusing on supply chain innovation and digital transformation. His projects often involve cross-institutional and international collaboration, such as the North South Shared Island initiative and European-funded projects. He has successfully mentored numerous PhD students and has developed innovative educational programs, including the Mini MBA that has been taught across three continents, demonstrating his commitment to translating academic knowledge into practical business solutions.
