The Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences invites you to its third public lecture, titled Smart, Sustainable, Circular: Disruptive Technologies Transforming Supply Chains.
Public Lecture Details:
Date: 26 November 2025
Time: 10:00 – 12:00
Venue: Humanities Building, Auditorium 2
Join online here: Public Lecturer: Smart, Sustainable, Circular Supply Chains | Meeting-Join | Microsoft Teams
Presenter: Professor Yasanur Kayikci – Associate Professor at Sheffield Hallam University (UK)
Talk Summary:
As global challenges continue to reshape the movement of goods and services, supply chains must evolve to become not only efficient, but also intelligent, resilient and regenerative. This lecture examines how disruptive technologies – such as artificial intelligence, blockchain, the Internet of Things (IoT), and digital twins – are driving the shift toward smart and circular supply chain models. By integrating digital innovation with sustainability principles, organisations can enhance transparency, improve resource efficiency, and create long-term value. The session will showcase real-world examples and emerging trends illustrating how Industry 4.0 and 5.0 technologies are redefining supply chain strategies across various sectors. Attendees will gain valuable insights into how digitalisation supports the transition from linear to circular systems, fostering a more sustainable and interconnected global economy.
Speaker Bio:
Prof Kayikci is an internationally recognised expert in digital supply chains, logistics, and innovation management. Currently an Associate Professor at Sheffield Hallam University (UK), Research and Innovation Co-Lead at the Advanced Food Innovation Centre (AFIC), and a Visiting Associate Professor at the University of Sussex (UK), she brings over 25 years of distinguished academic, industrial, and consulting experience. Her research focuses on disruptive technologies, such as blockchain, AI, and IoT, and their application in creating sustainable, resilient, and smart circular supply chains.
