The global supply chain is undergoing significant transformation driven by advanced technologies like artificial intelligence (AI), robotics, and Blockchain. While these advancements raise concerns about job displacement, they in fact present exciting opportunities for those willing to adapt and
Supply Chain Excellence with Simulation: A Concise Guide
This blog post aims to simplify the fundamental principles of supply chain simulation, making them accessible for everyone. It will explore the practical differences between simulation and optimization, addressing key questions: What is supply chain simulation and how does it work in simple
AI-Enabled Supply Chain Simulations for Risk Management
In today's complex global supply chains, it's crucial for goods and services to move smoothly. However, these supply chains are more complicated and interconnected than ever, making them susceptible to various risks, both from within and outside the organization. Traditional methods, which heavily
Recycling Used Cooking Oil: Turning Waste into Fuel
In today's world, where environmental concerns are at the forefront of our minds, finding sustainable and eco-friendly alternatives has become more crucial than ever. One such innovative and accessible solution addressing low-carbon fuel needs is recycling used cooking oil (UCO) for biofuel. Why
HCT Students and Professor Make a Mark at COP28 with UCO Recycling Project
Supply chains can drive innovation and scale up sustainable solutions to address environmental challenges! This was the sentiment shared by a team of Higher Colleges of Technology (HCT) students and their professor, Dr. Yousef Abu Nahleh, as they presented their used cooking oil (UCO) recycling
Logithon 2023: Nurturing Saudi Arabia’s Supply Chain Talent
In the ever-changing global economy, Saudi Arabia is at a crucial point in its journey, working towards its Vision 2030 plan. This plan aims to help the nation reach its full potential by diversifying its economy, reducing its reliance on oil, and fostering prosperity through innovation and global
Supply Chain Sustainability Reporting: Empowering Change
In today's business landscape, sustainability has become a crucial factor for success. The concept of sustainability as we know it today first gained prominence with the United Nations Brundtland Report, in 1987. The report defined sustainability as “development that meets the needs of the present
The Transformative Power of AI in Supply Chain Management
Artificial Intelligence (AI) in supply chain management builds on a rich history, dating back to the 1950s when the idea of AI started taking shape, and Alan Turing introduced the Turing Test, as a way to measure machine intelligence. Today, with the advent of powerful large language models (LLMs)