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Monica Bellgran is a Professor of Industrial Production at the Royal Institute of Technology (KTH). Her research focuses on optimizing production systems for efficiency and sustainability, emphasizing lean production, circular economy principles, and Industry 4.0 applications. She explores challenges faced by SMEs in adopting advanced technologies and scaling production processes. Key research areas include green design methodologies, circular production frameworks, and the integration of digital tools in manufacturing. Bellgran has contributed to studies on environmental sustainability improvements in pharmaceutical production and the operationalization of circular economy concepts at factory levels. Her work spans collaborations with industries like automotive, pharmaceuticals, and hardware startups, addressing topics such as production localization, deviation management, and the role of advanced digital technologies in strategic decision-making. She emphasizes the importance of balancing operational effectiveness with environmental responsibility in industrial systems.

• Industrial Production Systems
• Lean Manufacturing
• Circular Economy
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Jannis Angelis is an Associate Professor at the Department of Industrial Economics and Management (Indek), Royal Institute of Technology (KTH), with a focus on interdisciplinary research bridging technology and management. His educational background includes a PhD in Operations Management from the University of Cambridge, MPhil in Political Economy from Cambridge, MA in China Studies from SOAS, Certificate in Medical Innovation from Oxford, and MSc in International Relations from Stockholm University. His research explores operational flexibility, digital transformation, and sustainable competitiveness across industries. Key themes include: Blockchain 4.0 for value-added services in business ecosystems Strategies to manage EV battery material scarcity via circular economy Data-driven performance management in healthcare and pandemic scenarios Lean operations and servitization in knowledge-intensive sectors His work has been supported by a Vinnova-funded project on blockchain in automotive sectors and collaborations with organizations like Cling Systems and William Bergh. He has supervised nine PhD students and 400+ student projects. Scientific awards include: Shingo Prize for Lean and Operational Excellence Skinner Best Paper Award Voss Best Paper Award Recent publications analyze blockchain applications, circular supply chains, and AI-driven management systems, reflecting his commitment to advancing digital and sustainable operational frameworks.

• Operations Strategy
• Digital Transformation
• Blockchain Technology
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Pär Åhlström is a Professor at the Department of Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Technology at the Stockholm School of Economics (SSE), and serves as Vice President of Degree Programs. He holds the prestigious Torsten and Ragnar Söderberg Chair in Business Administration. His research focuses on lean manufacturing, agile processes, sustainability in operations, and innovation management. He is affiliated with the Mistra Center for Sustainable Markets. Åhlström’s work bridges theory and practice, emphasizing dynamic capabilities, quality management, and the integration of IT with lean principles. His research spans longitudinal studies in manufacturing and services, exploring topics like organizational slack in R&D, modular product design, and healthcare process optimization. He has published extensively across academic journals and presented at international conferences. His awards include the Torsten and Ragnar Söderberg Chair, reflecting his scholarly contributions. His articles highlight trends in sustainable business performance, lean service adoption, and the evolving role of technology in operations. He actively engages in educational leadership, shaping curricula and overseeing degree programs at SSE.

• Lean Manufacturing
• Agile Manufacturing
• Sustainability in Business
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Dag Swartling is an Associate Professor at the Department of Management and Engineering (IEI) at Linköping University, Sweden. His research focuses on Lean production systems, continuous improvement methodologies, organizational change, and sustainability in manufacturing and healthcare contexts. He is affiliated with the Project, Innovations and Entrepreneurship (PIE) research group. Swartling's academic background includes extensive work on leadership practices in Lean environments, digital innovation, and the application of improvement systems across sectors. His recent work explores the transition from successful to sustainable production models, as evidenced by a case study of a Lean Prize Award-winning organization. He has collaborated with colleagues on studies analyzing Lean leadership behaviors and the motivational aspects of continuous improvement initiatives. His publications span topics such as insourcing strategies in Swedish manufacturing, generative innovation models, and the role of employee-driven innovation. Swartling is also engaged in educational activities, including the LiU Summer Academy where he contributes to leadership training programs for international students. Swartling's research demonstrates a commitment to bridging theoretical frameworks with practical applications in organizational development. His work frequently employs comparative case studies and field-based methodologies to analyze leadership practices, process improvements, and sustainability challenges.

• Lean Production
• Continuous Improvement
• Operations Management
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Arpita Chari is a Research Fellow at Chalmers University of Technology, specializing in Virtual and Digital Production Systems. Her work bridges Industry 4.0, Resilience Engineering, and Sustainability in Production Systems, focusing on integrating digital technologies to enhance resource efficiency and enable lean circular manufacturing. Her research explores the implementation of resilient and sustainable practices in manufacturing, emphasizing dynamic capabilities, digital platforms, and supply chain optimization. Key projects include the Digitala Stambanan initiative and the Produktion2030 strategic innovation program, which address sustainability transitions and systemic resilience. 2024 Highlights: Analyzed dynamic capabilities for resilience-sustainability integration, characterized battery lifecycle challenges, and modeled risk prioritization in supply chains. 2023 Themes: Digital platform adoption, battery production systems, and value chain sustainability in the Digitala Stambanan project. 2022–2021 Foundations: Developed frameworks for green manufacturing, circular supply chains, and stakeholder-driven sustainability in textiles.

• Industry 4.0
• Resilience Engineering
• Sustainability in Production Systems
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Benneth Christiansson is an Assistant Professor at Karlstad University, focusing on software development paradigms, enterprise application integration, and open-source infrastructure. His research bridges the gap between emerging cloud-based tools (e.g., Software-as-a-Service) and traditional enterprise systems, emphasizing lean integration approaches. Research Interests: His work centers on component-based development, integration challenges in heterogeneous systems, and the adoption of open-source solutions to streamline enterprise processes. He explores frameworks for aligning software components with business processes, addressing interoperability and data standardization issues in public and private sectors. Publications: Over 15+ publications since 1995, with recent focus on lean integration strategies (2011-2012), open-source adoption in municipal systems (2007), and foundational component specification models (2003-2005). Key themes include COTS component acquisition, business-process-driven software specifications, and agile modeling techniques. Awards: No scientific awards explicitly listed in the text. Advising & Grants: No advisees or grants mentioned in the provided text. His contributions appear to focus on theoretical and applied research in software systems. Labs/Teams: No specific labs or collaborative teams described, though his work implies engagement with enterprise IT and software development communities.

• Software Development
• Enterprise Application Integration
• Open Source Infrastructure
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Anna Mårtensson is a Senior Lecturer at Mid Sweden University, affiliated with the Department of Communication, Quality Technology and Information Systems (KKI). Her research and teaching focus on Quality Management, Long-Term Thinking, Organizational Culture, and Sustainable Development, with a particular emphasis on educational and municipal contexts. University: Mid Sweden University Department: Department of Communication, Quality Technology and Information Systems (KKI) Academic Rank: Senior Lecturer Research Interests: Quality Management, Long-Term Thinking, Organizational Culture, Sustainable Development Her research explores how quality management practices can integrate sustainability and long-term strategic planning, especially in schools and public sector organizations. She has led projects like Student in Focus 100% , aiming to enhance quality work in Timrå’s schools, and studied systematic quality work in preschools and municipal companies. Recent publications (2023–2025) emphasize the interplay of digitalization, sustainability, and psychological safety in quality leadership. These works span journals like Total Quality Management and Business Excellence and conferences such as IAQUIS and QMOD, reflecting her interdisciplinary approach to public sector challenges. Anna collaborates with researchers like Karen Snyder and Per Ingelsson on projects bridging theory and practice, including reports for Östersund Municipality on sustainable governance and evaluations of municipal companies. Her teaching includes Quality Technology (basic level) and Quality Management (advanced level), translating research into academic training.

• Quality Management
• Long-Term Thinking
• Organizational Culture
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Masood Rangraz is a Research Fellow at KTH Royal Institute of Technology, affiliated with the Department of Human Centered Technology and the School of Industrial Engineering and Management. He is part of the Digital Futures research center, focusing on inclusive technologies and digital transformation. His work emphasizes accessibility for individuals with cognitive disabilities, AI ethics, and the sociotechnical implications of emerging technologies. Active projects include the "Digitalisation and Educational Transformation" initiative, co-led with Jan Gulliksen and Anne-Kathrin Peters, which develops inclusive educational frameworks for engineering students with cognitive disabilities. He also contributes to the AccessCoVE project, addressing accessibility in vocational education across Europe. His research integrates qualitative and quantitative methods to explore human-automation interaction, digital competence, and ethical design. Rangraz teaches courses such as Human Centered Technology for Disabilities and Research Methodology at KTH. His publications span topics like cognitive accessibility, workplace digitalization, and robotics in SMEs. While he has no listed awards, his work bridges theoretical frameworks (e.g., material agency, disability philosophy) with practical applications in technology design. His advisory and grant activities are not explicitly detailed, but his projects reflect collaboration with European partners and institutions like RISE Research Institutes. He is based at Digital Futures in Stockholm, contributing to cross-disciplinary solutions for societal challenges through digital innovation.

• Human and Automation Interaction
• Digital Competence
• AI in Design
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Ingela Bäckström is a Professor at the Department of Communication, Quality Management and Information Systems (KKI) within the Faculty of Science, Technology and Media (NMT) at Mid Sweden University. She specializes in quality management, sustainable health, and organizational leadership, with a focus on Lean methodologies and Appreciative Inquiry. As Chairperson of the Council of Teaching at Undergraduate and Graduate Level (GRUR), she contributes to academic governance. Research Interests center on leadership strategies that integrate customer satisfaction, employee wellbeing, and organizational profitability. Her work examines quality culture development, transitional care efficiency, and value-based leadership across healthcare and education sectors. Recent projects include digital transformation in healthcare and sustainable preschool quality frameworks. Publication Trends (2023-2025) highlight cross-sector quality improvement, with articles spanning elderly care, ICU transitional processes, preschool education, and Magnet hospital models. Methodologies combine systematic reviews, mixed-method studies, and practical implementations of Lean and TQM principles. Collaborative Projects include partnerships with Swedish Institute for Quality Development (SIQ), the Kamprad Family Foundation, and multiple public-private healthcare organizations. She co-developed coaching models for value-based leadership and measurement instruments for team collaboration in patient transfers.

• Quality Management
• Sustainable Health
• Leadership and Organizational Behavior
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Kristen Snyder is a Professor at Mid Sweden University, affiliated with the Department of Communication, Quality Management and Information Systems (KKI). She serves as Program Coordinator for the Master's in Quality Management and Leadership and focuses on four core research areas: Leadership and Culture (LC), Total Quality Management Systems (QM), Innovation (I), and Quality Services (QS). PhD in Organizational Development (1997, University of South Florida) Specializes in bridging theory-practice gaps in organizational transformation Developed theories on leadership and change based on chaos/complexity theory Conducts cross-sector research in education, healthcare, and manufacturing Her research explores systemic quality development through projects like SIMPLY LEAN (value-based leadership models) and SQMA Measurement Index (collaboration with Chalmers University). She employs methodologies such as storytelling and appreciative inquiry to create sustainable leadership frameworks. Kristen's recent publications focus on educational transformation (2025), arts-based organizational interventions (2025), and preschool quality assurance (2024). Her work consistently emphasizes cross-cultural collaboration and digital innovation in quality management. At Mid Sweden University, she teaches doctoral courses in Scientific Philosophy, Ethics, and Research Writing, while supervising Master's theses in quality management. Her collaborations span public health initiatives and private sector innovation projects across Sweden and international contexts.

• Leadership and Organizational Culture
• Total Quality Management
• Innovation
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Lars Bengtsson is a Professor at the University of Gävle's School of Business, Healthcare and Social Sciences, serving as Vice-Chancellor. His research focuses on industrial economics, innovation management, and global supply chain strategies. Research areas: Lean methodologies, knowledge integration, open innovation, and production outsourcing Leadership: Center for Logistics and Innovative Production (CLIP) International collaborations: Studies on global supply chains and cross-border knowledge dynamics His recent works examine: Lean implementation in healthcare Sustainable procurement strategies Knowledge integration challenges in global manufacturing Appropriability mechanisms in open innovation Supplier capability development Cost-innovation tradeoffs in outsourcing Key affiliations include international research partnerships and industry collaborations. Publications analyze innovation outcomes, purchasing strategies, and maturity models across sectors.

• Industrial Economics
• Innovation Management
• Production Strategies
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Promporn Wangwacharakul is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Management and Engineering at Linköping University, Sweden, affiliated with the Logistics and Quality Management (LOGQ) division. His academic journey includes a Bachelor of Engineering (2006), Master of Science in Innovation Management (2011), Licentiate in Quality Engineering (2015), and a Technology Doctorate in Quality Management (2020). His research focuses on cross-cultural quality management, circular economy in textiles, and sustainability integration. Key projects include: Collaboration with Sweden and South Africa on lean implementation emphasizing 'respect for people' in cultural contexts Exploring circular textile ecosystems and logistics challenges in transitioning from linear to circular models Systematic literature reviews on value creation in circular supply chains With industrial experience as a supply chain planning analyst, he bridges academic theory and practical challenges in global supply chains and cultural adaptation. Current work emphasizes systemic innovation in textile industries and leveraging smart technologies for circular strategies. His teaching and research aim to enhance sustainability through quality management frameworks, addressing both operational and societal impacts. He actively contributes to interdisciplinary projects, such as inGenious, fostering student-industry collaboration.

• Cross-cultural Quality Management
• Circular Economy
• Sustainability and Quality Management
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Björn Johansson is a Professor at Chalmers University of Technology, specializing in Production Systems. His research focuses on sustainability aspects of manufacturing through virtual tools, aiming to minimize environmental, social, and economic impacts. Key methodologies include flow simulation, dynamic environmental assessments, 3D visualization, and layout optimization. Primary research areas: Sustainable Manufacturing, Digital Twins, Environmental Impact Assessment Collaborations: Mélanie Despeisse, Henrik Söderlund, and others in automotive, battery production, and maritime industries His work emphasizes integrating digital technologies (e.g., VR, IoT) with sustainable practices, addressing challenges in supply chain resilience, human-robot collaboration, and circular economy models. Recent studies explore VR training environments, 5G-enabled manufacturing, and extended reality (XR) frameworks. Current projects involve 44 initiatives across battery systems, servitization, and digitalization for sustainability. Publications span 179 articles, including topics like digital twin implementation, ergonomic VR assessments, and hybrid simulation models for environmental analysis.

• Sustainable Manufacturing
• Production Systems
• Virtual Reality
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Thomas Lennerfors is a Professor at Uppsala University, affiliated with the Institute for Research on Conflicts of Interest in Sustainable Social Transformation and the Department of Civil Engineering and Industrial Engineering; Industrial Engineering. His work spans industrial strategy, ethics, sustainability, and innovation, integrating organizational theory with historical and philosophical perspectives. Research Focus: Industrial strategy and innovation, ethics and sustainability, corruption studies, and socio-technical systems. Publications: Recent works examine digital ethics, sustainable food systems, AI accountability, and maritime history. Academic qualifications include an Associate Professorship in Engineering Physics with a focus on Industrial Engineering. His articles address topics in technology ethics, lean manufacturing, and sustainability transitions, often through cross-cultural lenses (Sweden-Japan).

• Industrial Strategy
• Innovation
• Ethics
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Ida Gremyr is a Full Professor at the Division of Innovation and R&D Management at Chalmers University of Technology. She specializes in Quality Management Practices, Organising for Quality Management, and Service Management, with a focus on sustainability, healthcare, and digitalization. Her research collaborates with both private and public sector partners, including healthcare organizations. She directs the master’s programme 'Quality and Operations Management,' emphasizing pedagogical innovation and competence development for quality practitioners. Her research spans topics such as aligning quality management with UN Sustainable Development Goals, digital health care self-monitoring, and resilience in healthcare process management. She explores challenges posed by digitalization on quality professionals’ roles and competencies. Her work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications, including service blueprinting, patient involvement in quality improvement, and Lean Energy methodologies. Gremyr’s contributions include advancing service supply chains, enhancing internal audits’ business relevance, and analyzing leadership dynamics in remote work contexts. She advocates for integrating lifelong learning and workplace practices through live-case studies. Her research often highlights the intersection of standardized processes and customization, particularly in healthcare and construction logistics. While no explicit awards are listed, her extensive publication record (over 100 articles from 2011–2025) reflects sustained academic impact. She advises on the practical application of quality management tools, emphasizing their role in driving sustainable development and organizational renewal.

• Quality Management
• Sustainability
• Healthcare Services
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