The Palgrave Handbook of Supply Chain and Disruptive Technologies

Disruptive technologies are revolutionising the supply chain landscape, driving innovation, and unlocking unprecedented value to achieve radical growth and operational excellence. This comprehensive handbook delves into the cutting-edge research and dynamic debates surrounding the development of digital capabilities. It explores how emerging technologies such as blockchain, big data analytics, cloud computing, artificial intelligence, drones, autonomous vehicles, 5G, and more are reshaping the industry. By harnessing these technologies, organisations can fully capitalise on their transformative potential, paving the way for a future of enhanced efficiency, agility, and competitive advantage.

International experts contributing to this book provide in-depth examinations of emerging design practices, the integration of user experience and incremental customisation, and the technological interventions bridging build-to-model and conventional manufacturing. They also explore innovative practices in interactive design for product use and assess capabilities through the dynamic interaction between individuals and organisational structures. This comprehensive exploration offers invaluable insights into the future of supply chain digitalisation, making it an essential resource for achieving operational excellence and radical growth.

This handbook will be of immense interest to a diverse audience, including academics and students in Business and Management, Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Technology Management, and Information Management. Additionally, it will captivate stakeholders, managers, and practitioners in these fields. By offering cutting-edge insights and practical guidance, this volume serves as an indispensable resource for anyone seeking to navigate and excel in the rapidly evolving landscape of supply chain digitalization.

Nachiappan Subramanian is Professor of Operations and Logistics Management at the University of Sussex Business School, UK. He has published widely on Sustainable Supply Chains, Risk and Resilience, Technology Enabled Operations and Marketing Interface, and Performance Measurement.

Yaşanur Kayıkcı is Associate Professor in Logistics and Supply Chain Management at Sheffield Hallam University, UK. She is also an internationally recognized expert in logistics, supply chain, and technology management, as well as an entrepreneur and business consultant. Her expertise centres on digital supply chain transformation, leveraging emerging technologies to drive business model innovation, enhance sustainability, and transition logistics and supply chain systems into smart and circular economies.

Atanu Chaudhuri is Professor of Operations and Technology Management at Durham University Business School, UK. He has published in leading journals on Operations and Supply Chain Management.

Michael Bourlakis is the Director of Research for Cranfield School of Management, UK, and the Head of the Logistics, Procurement and Supply Chain Management Group. Michael is an internationally renowned and established authority in logistics and supply chain management.