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Curriculum Vitae

  • Stekelorum, R., Laguir, I., Gupta, S., Kumar, Sameer, Kumar, S. (forthcoming). Pouring-Cement-Down on One of your Oil-Wells: Impacts of the Supply-Chain-Disruption-Orientation on Performance. Production and Operations Management Journal
  • Galetsi, P., Katsaliaki, K., Kumar, Sameer. (2022). Evaluating technology innovation of mobile healthapps for medical professionals. IEEE Transactions on Engineering Management. DOI: 10.1109/TEM.2022.3142619
  • Galetsi, P., Katsaliaki, K., Kumar, Sameer, Ferguson, M. (2022). What affects consumer behavior in mobile health professional diagnosis applications. Decision Sciences Journal. https://doi.org/10.1111/deci.12550
  • Singh, S., Misra, S. C., Kumar, Sameer. (2022). What does it take for your organization to institutionalize product lifecycle management? IEEE Engineering Management Review, DOI: 10.1109/EMR.2022.3146311
  • Yang, M., Kumar, Sameer, Wang, X., Fry, M.J. (2021). Scenario-Robust Pre-Disaster Planning for Multiple Relief Items. Annals of Operations Research. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10479-021-04237-3, 2021.
  • Singh, S., Misra, S.C., Kumar, Sameer. (2021). Institutionalization of Product Lifecycle Management in Manufacturing Firms. IEEE Transactions on Engineering Management, DOI: 10.1109/TEM.2021.3097040.
  • Sinha, P., Kumar, S., Chandra, C. (2021). Strategies for ensuring required service level for COVID-19 herd immunity in Indian vaccine supply chain. European Journal of Operational Research, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ejor.2021.03.030
  • Stekelorum, R., Laguir, I., Gupta, S., Kumar, S. (2021). Green supply chain management practices and third-party logistics providers’ performances: A fuzzy-set approach. International Journal of Production Economics, (235). https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijpe.2021.108093
  • Kumar, S., Xu, C., Ghildayal, N., Chandra, C., Yang, M. (2021). Social media effectiveness as a humanitarian response to mitigate influenza epidemic and COVID 19 pandemic. Annals of Operations Research, doi: 10.1007/s10479-021-03955-y
  • Momeni, M. A., Kumar, S., Jain, V., Mostofi, A., Chandra, C. (2021). A perspective on improving the multi-criteria decision making environment. IEEE Engineering Management Review, doi: 10.1109/EMR.2021.3051661
  • Katsaliaki, K., Galetsi, P., Kumar, Sameer. (2021). Supply chain disruptions and resilience: A major review and future research agenda. Annals of Operations Research, https://doi.org/10.1007/s10479-020-03912-1
  • Bag, S., Gupta, S. and Kumar, Sameer. (2021). Industry 4.0 adoption and 10R advance manufacturing capabilities for sustainable development. International Journal of Production Economics, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijpe.2020.107844
  • Siddh, M.M., Soni, G., Jain, V., Chandra, C., Jain, R., Sharma, M.K., Kazancoglu, Y. (2021). Impact of agri‑fresh food supply chain quality practices on organizational sustainability. Operations Management Research, https://doi.org/10.1007/s12063-021-00196-x
  • Bag, S., Gupta, S., Kumar, S., Sivraiah, S. (2020). Role of technological dimensions of green supply chain management practices on firm performance. Journal of Enterprise Information Management, https://doi.org/10.1108/JEIM-10-2019-0324
  • Mostofi, A., Kumar, Sameer, Jain, V., Chandra C., and Momeni, M. A. (2020). The Interactive Weighting Method Concerning Consistency, In-adequacy, Complementary and Supplementary Properties of Criteria. IEEE Transactions on Engineering Management, doi: 10.1109/TEM.2020.2996799
  • Singh, S., Misra, S., Kumar S. (2020) Identification and ranking of the risk factors involved in PLM implementation. International Journal of Production Economics, (222), pp. 1-11
  • Sinha, P., Kumar, S., Prakash, S. (2020) Measuring and mitigating the effects of cost disturbance propagation in multi-echelon apparel supply chains. European Journal of Operational Research, (282)(1), pp. 148-160
  • Galetsi, P, Katsaliaki, K., Kumar, S. (2019). Values, challenges and future directions of big data analytics in healthcare: A systematic review. Social Science & Medicine, (241), article 112533
  • Singh, S., Misra, S.C., Kumar, S. (2019). What are the stumbling blocks to making product lifecycle management routine in organizations? IEEE Engineering Management Review, (47)(2), pp. 123-127
  • Goldschmidt, K., & Kumar, S. (2019). Reducing the cost of humanitarian operations through disaster preparation and preparedness. Annals of Operations Research, (283), pp. 1139-1152
  • Gupta, S., Kumar, S., Singh, S., Foropon, C., & Chandra, C. (2018). Role of cloud ERP on the performance of an organization: Contingent resource based view perspective. International Journal of Logistics Management, (29)(2), pp. 659-675
  • Kumar, S., Yang, M., & Goldschmidt, K. (2018). Will aging voting machines cause more voters to experience long waits?. International Journal of Production Economics, (198), pp. 1-10
  • Kumar, S., Luo, C., Mallick, D. N., & Luo, B. (2018). Achieving excellence in exploration and exploitation by matching appropriate resources. IEEE Engineering Management Review, (46)(3), pp. 103-107
  • Kumar, S., Luo, C., Mallick, D. N., & Luo, B. (2018). Impacts of exploration and exploitation on firm performance and the moderating effects of slack: A panel data analysis. IEEE Transactions on Engineering Management, (99), pp. 1-8
  • Mishra, D., Kumar, S., Sharma, R., & Dubey, R. (2018). Outsourcing decision: Do strategy and structure really matter?. Journal of Organizational Change Management, (31)(1), pp. 26-46
  • Sakhuja, S., Jain, V., Kumar, S., & Charu, C. (2017). A structured review of service supply chain: Potentials, challenges and integrated framework. Journal of the Academy of Business Education, (17), pp. 270-295
  • Jain, V., Kumar, S., Soni, U., & Chandra, C. (2017). Supply chain resilience: Model development and empirical analysis. International Journal of Production Research, (55)(22), pp. 6779-6800
  • Kumar, S., Ghildayal, N., & Ghildayal, N. (2017). Markov chain decision model for urinary incontinence procedures. International Journal of Health Care Quality Assurance, (30)(2), pp. 187-202
  • Kumar, S., Yang, M., & Bekx, P. (2017). Why many diabetic patients do not take the A1C test as recommended?. IIE Transactions on Healthcare Systems Engineering, (7)(3), pp. 145-154
  • Kumar, A., Jain, V., Kumar, S., & Chandra, C. (2016). Green supplier selection: A new genetic/immune strategy with application to automobile spare parts industry. Enterprise Information Systems Journal,(10)(8), pp. 911-943
  • Mishra, D., Sharma, R., Kumar, S., & Dubey, R. (2016). Bridging and buffering: Strategies for mitigating supply risk and improving supply chain performance. International Journal of Production Economics, (180), pp. 183-197
  • Diaz, R., Bailey, M., & Kumar, S. (2016). Analyzing a lost-sale stochastic inventory model with Markov-modulated demands: A simulation-based optimization study. Journal of Manufacturing Systems, (38), pp. 1-12
  • Dweiri, F., Kumar, S., Khan, S. A., & Jain, V. (2016). Designing an integrated AHP based decision support system for supplier selection in automotive industry. Expert Systems with Applications, (62), pp. 273-283
  • Goldschmidt, K., & Kumar, S. (2016). Humanitarian operations and crisis/disaster management: A retrospective review of the literature and framework for development. International Journal of Disaster Risk Reduction, (20), pp. 1-13
  • Jain, V., Kumar, S., Kumar, A., & Chandra, C. (2016). An integrated buyer initiated decision-making process for green supplier selection. Journal of Manufacturing Systems, (41), pp. 256-265
  • Jain, V., Kumar, S., Kundu, A., & Chandra, C. (2016). Linking procurement operations to power-influence in a supply chain. Journal of Manufacturing Systems, (41), pp. 201-210
  • Kumar, S., & Charu, C. (2016). Supply chain disruption by avian flu pandemic for U.S. companies - a case study. IEEE Engineering Management Review, (44)(1), pp. 65-73
  • Kumar, S., & Ghildayal, N. (2016). Markov decision process for comparative economic analysis of immunization strategies against hepatitis A virus. IEEE Transactions on Engineering Management, (44)(1), pp. 33-46
  • Kumar, S., & Yang, M. (2016). Analyzing patient choices for routine procedures in U.S. versus overseas before and after affordable care act. Health Systems, (5)(1), pp. 21-28
  • Kumar, S., Southard, P. B., & White, M. (2016). Telemedicine: Determining "Critical to Quality" characteristics for a Healthcare Service System Design Based on a Survey of Physical Rehabilitation Providers. IEEE Engineering Management Review, (44)(2), pp. 41-55
  • Kumar, S., Tiffany, M., & Vaidya, S. (2016). A supply chain analysis of e-tailing versus retailing - business case. Enterprise Information Systems Journal, (10)(6), pp. 639-665
  • Sakhuja, S., Jain, V., Kumar, S., Chandra, C., & Ghildayal, S. K. (2016). Genetic algorithm based on fuzzy time series tourism demand forecast model. Industrial Management and Data Systems, (116)(3), pp. 483-507
  • Kumar, S. (2015). A simulation framework for analyzing the impact of chronic disease management on ambulatory healthcare capacity. IIE Transactions on Healthcare Systems Engineering, (5)(4), pp. 268-285
  • Diaz, R., Behr, J., Kumar, S., & Britton, B. (2015). A simulation framework for analyzing the impact of chronic disease management on ambulatory healthcare capacity. IIE Transactions on Healthcare Systems Engineering, (5)(4), pp. 268-285
  • Diaz, R., Kumar, S., & Behr, J. (2015). Housing recovery in the aftermath of a catastrophe: Material resources perspective. Computers and Industrial Engineering, (81), pp. 130-139
  • Jain, V., Kumar, A., Kumar, S., & Chandra, C. (2015). Weight restrictions in data envelopment analysis: A comprehensive Genetic Algorithm based approach for incorporating value judgments. Expert Systems with Applications, (42)(3), pp. 1503-1512
  • Kumar, S., Diaz, R., Behr, J., & Toba, L. (2015). Modeling the effects of labor on housing reconstruction: A system perspective. International Journal of Disaster Risk Reduction, (12), pp. 154-162
  • Kumar, S., Heustis, D., & Graham, J. M. (2015). The future of traceability within the U.S. food industry supply chain: A business case. International Journal of Productivity and Performance Management, (64)(1), pp. 129-146
  • Kumar, S., Yang, M., & Strike, D. (2015). Assessing effect of global inventory planning with enterprise-wide information for a large manufacturer. Journal of Manufacturing Systems, (34), pp. 34-42
  • Kundu, A., Jain, V., Kumar, S., & Chandra, C. (2015). A journey from normative to behavioral operations in supply chain management: A review using latent semantic analysis. Expert Systems with Applications, (42)(2), pp. 796-809
  • Panchal, G. B., Jain, V., & Kumar, S. (2015). Multidimensional utility analysis in a two-tier supply chain. Journal of Manufacturing Systems, (37), pp. 437-447
  • Abraham, J. P., Kumar, S., Bickmore, B. R., & Fasullo, J. T. (2014). Issues related to the use of one-dimensional ocean-diffusion models for determining climate sensitivity. Earth, Science and Climatic Change, (5)(8), doi:10.4172/2157-7617.1000220 (published in August 2014)
  • Jain, V., Panchal, G. B., & Kumar, S. (2014). Universal supplier selection via multi-dimensional auction mechanisms for two-way competition in oligopoly market of supply chain. Omega - The International Journal of Management Science, (47), pp. 127-137
  • Katsaliaki, K., Mustafee, N., & Kumar, S. (2014). A game-based approach towards facilitating decision making for perishable products: An example of blood supply chain. Expert Systems with Applications, (41)(9), pp. 4043-4059
  • Kumar, A., Jain, V., & Kumar, S. (2014). A comprehensive environment friendly approach for supplier selection. Omega - The International Journal of Management Science, (42)(1), pp. 109-123
  • Kumar, S. (2014). A knowledge based reliability engineering approach to manage product safety and recall. Expert Systems with Applications, (41)(11), pp. 5323-5339
  • Kumar, S. (2014). The hexopater from birth to market: Innovative product development challenges. IEEE Engineering Management Review, (42)(4), pp. 62-76
  • Kumar, S., & Havey, T. (2014). Before and after disaster strikes: A relief supply chain decision support framework. International Journal of Production Economics, (145)(2), pp. 613-629
  • Kumar, S., Clemens, A. C., & Keller, E. W. (2014). Supplier management in a manufacturing environment - a strategically focused performance score card. International Journal of Productivity and Performance Management, (63)(1), pp. 127-138
  • Kumar, S., Himes, K. J., & Kritzer, C. P. (2014). Risk assessment and operational approaches to managing risk in global supply chains. Journal of Manufacturing Technology Management, (25)(6), pp. 873-890
  • Soni, U., Jain, V., & Kumar, S. (2014). Measuring supply chain resilience using a deterministic modeling approach. Computers and Industrial Engineering, (74), pp. 11-25
  • Kumar, S. (2013). Is your supply chain business operation a good fit for online reverse auctions?. Transportation Journal, (52)(1), pp. 121-133
  • Kumar, S., & Bergstrom, T. C. (2013). African manufacturing firms' need for innovation to achieve competitiveness. Information Knowledge Systems Management (13), pp. 53-73
  • Kumar, S., & Blair, J. T. (2013). U.S. healthcare fix - leveraging the lessons from the food supply chain. Technology and Health Care Journal, (21)(2), pp. 125-141
  • Kumar, S., & Nottestad, D. A. (2013). Supply chain analysis methodology - leverage optimization and simulation software. OR Insight, (26)(2), pp. 87-119
  • Kumar, S., Boice, B., & Shepherd, M. (2013). Risk assessment and operational approaches to manage risk in global supply chains. Transportation Journal, (52)(3), pp. 391-411
  • Kumar, S., Choe, D., & Venkataramani, S. (2013). Achieving customer service excellence using lean pull replenishment. International Journal of Productivity and Performance Management, (62)(1), pp. 85-109
  • Kumar, S., Spence, W., & Swartzer, P. (2013). Lessons for strategic organizational growth - performance challenges for U.S. automakers. Human Systems Management, (31), pp. 203-218
  • Chandra, C., & Kumar, S. (2012). Leveraging product design and development in manufacturing using technology function deployment approach. International Journal of Computer Integrated Manufacturing, (25)(7), pp. 578-593
  • Kumar, S. (2012). Planning for avian flu disruptions - A DMAIC case study. International Journal of Health Care Quality Assurance, (25)(3), pp. 197-215
  • Kumar, S., & Chandra, C. (2012). U.S., Japan and EU auto industries' closed loop supply chains: A system dynamics study. Information Knowledge Systems Management, (11)(3-4), pp. 225-254
  • Kumar, S., & Harrison, G. (2012). Expect the unexpected supply chain disruption and opportunity for U.S. companies - A business case. Transportation Journal, (51)(1), pp. 118-136
  • Kumar, S., & Stowell, E. (2012). Moving from volatility to value: Analyzing and managing financial and economic risk. Cost Management Journal, (26)(2), pp. 24-38
  • Kumar, S., Breuing, R., & Chahal, R. (2012). Globalization of health care delivery in the United States through medical tourism. Journal of Health Communication, (17)(2), pp. 177-198
  • Kumar, S., Eidem, J., & Noriega Perdomo, D. (2012). Clash of the e-commerce titans: A new paradigm for consumer purchase process improvement. International Journal of Productivity and Performance Management, (61)(7), pp. 805-830
  • Kumar, S., Teichman, S., & Timpernagel, T. (2012). A green supply chain is a requirement for profitability. International Journal of Production Research, (50)(5), pp. 1278-1297
  • Southard, P. B., Chandra, C., & Kumar, S. (2012). RFID in healthcare: A Six Sigma DMAIC and simulation case study. International Journal of Health Care Quality Assurance, (25)(4), pp. 291-321
  • Chandra, C., Kumar, S., & Ghildayal, N. S. (2011). Hospital cost structure in the U.S.A: What's behind the costs?. International Journal of Health Care Quality Assurance, (24)(4), pp. 314-328
  • Kumar, S. (2011). Modeling hospital surgical delivery process design using system simulation: Optimizing patient flow and bed capacity as an illustration. Technology and Health Care Journal, (19)(1), pp. 1-20
  • Kumar, S. (2011). Managing risks in a relief supply chain in the wake of an adverse event. OR Insight, (24)(2), pp. 131-157
  • Kumar, S. (2011). Modeling patient flow operation of a U.S. urban county hospital - a case study. Technology and Health Care Journal, (19)(4), pp. 247-260
  • Kumar, S., & Bauer, K. (2011). The business case for implementing electronic health records in primary care settings in the United States. Journal of Revenue and Pricing Management, (10)(2), pp. 119-131
  • Kumar, S., & Haider, J. D. (2011). Utilizing contract theory to reduce double marginalization for pre-recorded music products within the retail supply Chain - A case study. Journal of Revenue and Pricing Management, (10)(4), pp. 382-391
  • Kumar, S., & Kwong, A. M. (2011). Six Sigma tools in integrating internal operations of a retail pharmacy - a case study. Technology and Health Care Journal, (19)(2), pp. 115-133
  • Kumar, S., & McKewan, G. (2011). Practical insights on expanding the role of nurse practitioners in the U.S. for health care during and post hospitalization. Home Health Care Management and Practice, (23)(5), pp. 356-362
  • Kumar, S., & McKewan, G. W. (2011). A Six Sigma DMAIC quality study expanded nurse practitioner's role in health care during and post hospitalization within the U.S.. Home Health Care Management and Practice, (23)(4), pp. 271-282
  • Kumar, S., & Nigmatullin, A. (2011). A system dynamics analysis of food supply chains- case study with non-perishable products. Simulation Modeling Practice and Theory, (19)(10), pp. 2151-2168
  • Kumar, S., & Prevost, J. (2011). An ounce of prevention: Revenue and cost economics of partnering with health and wellness services. Journal of Revenue and Pricing Management, (10)(5), pp. 401-423
  • Kumar, S., & Schmitz, S. (2011). Managing recalls in consumer products supply chain - root cause analysis and measures to mitigate risks. International Journal of Production Research, (49)(1), pp. 235-253
  • Kumar, S., & Sosnoski, M. (2011). Decision framework for the analysis and selection of appropriate transfer pricing for a global SME manufacturing operation - a business case. International Journal of Production Research, (49)(18), pp. 5431-5448
  • Kumar, S., & Thomas, K. (2011). Development of a hospital based menu driven clinician coding tool to implement quality reimbursement process in the U.S.. Technology and Health Care Journal, (19)(6), pp. 423-434
  • Kumar, S., Ghildayal, N. S., & Shah, R. N. (2011). Examining quality and efficiency of the U.S. healthcare system. International Journal of Health Care Quality Assurance, (24)(5), pp. 366-388
  • Kumar, S., Hong, Q. S., & Haggerty, L. N. (2011). A global supplier selection process for food packaging. Journal of Manufacturing Technology Management, (22)(2), pp. 241-260
  • Kumar, S., Kadow, B. B., & Lamkin, M. K. (2011). Challenges with the introduction of radio frequency identification systems into a manufacturer's supply chain - a pilot study. Enterprise Information Systems Journal, (5)(2), pp. 235-253
  • Kumar, S., McCreary, M., & Nottestad, D. (2011). Quantifying supply chain trade-offs using Six Sigma, simulation, and designed experiments to develop a flexible distribution network. Quality Engineering, (23)(2), pp. 180-203
  • Southard, P. B., Kumar, S., & Southard, C. A. (2011). A modified Delphi methodology to conduct a failure modes effects analysis: A patient-centric effort in a clinical medical laboratory. Quality Management in Healthcare, (20)(2), pp. 131-151
  • Kumar, S., & Nigmatullin, A. (2010). Exploring the impact of management of chronic illnesses through prevention on the U.S. healthcare delivery system - a system dynamics approach. Information Knowledge Systems Management, (9), pp. 1-26
  • Kumar, S. (2010). Logistics routing flexibility and lower freight costs through use of incoterms. Transportation Journal, (49)(3), pp. 48-56
  • Kumar, S., & Aldrich, K. (2010). Overcoming barriers to electronic medical records (EMR) implementation in the U.S. healthcare system: A comparative study. Health Informatics Journal, (16)(4), pp. 306-318
  • Kumar, S., & Bauer, K. F. (2010). Exploring the use of lean thinking and six sigma in public housing authorities. Quality Management Journal, (17)(1), pp. 29-46
  • Kumar, S., & Chandra, C. (2010). Supply chain disruption by avian flu pandemic for U.S. companies - A case study. Transportation Journal, (49)(4), pp. 61-73
  • Kumar, S., & Thomas, K. M. (2010). Using DMAIC Six Sigma and evidence-based medicine to streamline diagnosis in chest pain. Quality Management in Healthcare, (19)(2), pp. 107-116
  • Kumar, S., Anselmo, M. J., & Berndt, K. J. (2010). Transforming the retail industry: Potential and challenges with RFID technology. Transportation Journal, (48)(4), pp. 61-71
  • Kumar, S., Deivasigamani, A. J., & Omer, W. W. (2010). Knowledge for sale - the benefits and effects of off-shoring knowledge based jobs in engineering, design and R and D. Knowledge Management Research and Practice, (8)(4), pp. 361-368
  • Kumar, S., Hudson, B., & Lowry, J. (2010). Consumer purchase process improvements in e-tailing operations. International Journal of Productivity and Performance Management, (59)(4), pp. 388-403
  • Kumar, S., Livermont, G., & McKewan, G. (2010). Stage implementation of RFID in hospitals. Technology and Health Care Journal, (18)(1), pp. 31-46
  • Kumar, S., Polejewski, S. A., & Ressler, T. H. (2010). Leading cost accounting students on a journey from naive analysis to realistic analysis. Human Systems Management, (29)(1), pp. 11-26
  • Kumar, S., Zampogna, P., & Nansen, J. (2010). A closed loop outsourcing decision model for developing effective manufacturing strategy. International Journal of Production Research, (48)(7), pp. 1873-1900
  • Meade, D., Kumar, S., & White, B. (2010). Analyzing the impact of the implementation of lean manufacturing strategies on profitability. Journal of Operational Research Society, (61)(5), pp. 858-871
  • Kumar, S. (2009). Specialty hospitals emulating focused factories-a case study. International Journal of Health Care Quality Assurance, (21)(1), pp. 94-109
  • Kumar, S., & Nottestad, D. A. (2009). Flexible capacity design for the Focus Factory - a case study. International Journal of Production Research, (47)(5), pp. 1269-1286
  • Kumar, S., & Sosinski, K. (2009). Service delivery of care to children who have had strokes: Review of the initial diagnosis and ongoing treatments.. Journal of Pediatric Neurology, (7)(3), pp. 231-250
  • Kumar, S., & Sosnoski, M. (2009). The effects of China's economic growth on domestic and international supply chains: Assessing the risks. Supply Chain Forum, (10)(2), pp. 10-24
  • Kumar, S., & Sosnoski, M. (2009). Using DMAIC Six Sigma to systematically improve shop floor production quality and costs. International Journal of Productivity and Performance Management, (58)(3), pp. 254-273
  • Kumar, S., & Wellbrook, J. (2009). Improved new product development through enhanced design architecture for engineer-to-order companies. International Journal of Production Research, (47)(15), pp. 4235-4254
  • Kumar, S., & Wilson, J. (2009). A manufacturing decision framework for minimizing inventory costs of a configurable off-shored product using postponement. International Journal of Production Research, (47)(1), pp. 143-162
  • Kumar, S., Dieveney, E., & Dieveney, A. (2009). Reverse logistic process control measures for the pharmaceutical industry supply chain. International Journal of Productivity and Performance Management, (58)(2), pp. 188-204
  • Kumar, S., Henseler, A., & Haukaas, D. (2009). HIPAA's effect on U.S. healthcare. International Journal of Health Care Quality Assurance, (22)(2), pp. 183-197
  • Kumar, S., Holden, N., & Igo, L. (2009). A decision modeling framework to analyze offshore outsourcing changes for U.S. manufacturers. Journal of Revenue and Pricing Management, (8)(5), pp. 424-437
  • Kumar, S., Honkanen, E., & Chad, K. C. (2009). Developing global health diplomacy supply chain - a viable option for the U.S. to curb extremism. Journal of Health Communication, (14)(7), pp. 1-16
  • Kumar, S., Johnson, K. L., & Lai, S. T. (2009). Performance improvement possibilities within the U.S. airline industry.. International Journal of Productivity and Performance Management, (58)(7), pp. 694-717
  • Kumar, S., Kwong, A., & Misra, C. (2009). Risk mitigation in offshoring of business operations. Journal of Manufacturing Technology Management, (20)(4), pp. 442-459
  • Kumar, S., Lybeck, E., & McCalla, M. C. (2009). Operational impact of employee wellness programs - a business case study. International Journal of Productivity and Performance Management, (58)(6), pp. 581-597
  • Kumar, S., Niedan-Olsen, K., & Peterson, L. (2009). Educating the supply chain logistics for humanitarian efforts in Africa - A case study. International Journal of Productivity and Performance Management, (58)(5), pp. 480-500
  • Kumar, S., Nottestad, D. A., & Murphy, E. E. (2009). Effects of product postponement on the distribution network: a case study. Journal of the Operational Research Society, (60)(4), pp. 471-480
  • Kumar, S., Phillips, A., & Rupp, J. (2009). Using Six Sigma DMAIC to design a high-quality summer lodge operation. Journal of Retail and Leisure Property, (8)(3), pp. 173-191
  • Kumar, S., Ressler, T. H., & Ahrens, M. E. (2009). Decision support model based on risk-return tradeoff for examining viability of a business venture. Journal of Revenue and Pricing Management, (8)(1), pp. 81-95
  • Kumar, S., Swanson, E., & Tran, T. (2009). RFID in the healthcare supply chain: Usage and application. International Journal of Health Care Quality Assurance, (22)(1), pp. 67-81
  • Kumar, S. (2008). A study of supermarket industry and it's growing logistic capability. International Journal of Retail and Distribution Management, (36)(3), pp. 192-211
  • Kumar, S. (2008). Inventory logistics cost analysis model for the proposed EU intermodal loading unit. Information Knowledge Systems Management, (7)(3), pp. 335-355
  • Kumar, S. (2008). Study of banking sector design from risk perspective to minimize social costs. International Journal of Risk Assessment and Management, (8)(3/4), pp. 52-60
  • Kumar, S., & Arbi, A. S. (2008). Outsourcing strategies for apparel manufacture: A case study. Journal of Manufacturing Technology Management, (19)(1), pp. 73-91
  • Kumar, S., & Bergstrom, T. (2008). An exploratory study of the relations between the U.S. manufacturers and their local distributors in developing markets. Information Knowledge Systems Management, (7)(3), pp. 301-334
  • Kumar, S., & Bisson, J. (2008). Utilizing analytic hierarchy process for improved decision making within supply chains. Human Systems Management, (27)(1), pp. 49-62
  • Kumar, S., & Kopitzke, K. (2008). A practitioner's decision model for the total cost of outsourcing and application to China, Mexico and the USA. Journal of Business Logistics, (29)(2), pp. 107-139
  • Kumar, S., & Maher, M. (2008). Are the temptations of online reverse auctions appropriate for your business?. Supply Chain Management: An International Journal, (13)(4), pp. 304-316
  • Kumar, S., & Nunne, W. H. (2008). Measuring technical efficiency of specialty hospitals in the U.S.. Journal of Revenue and Pricing Management, (7)(2), pp. 139-152
  • Kumar, S., & Putnam, V. (2008). Cradle to cradle: Reverse logistics strategies and opportunities across three industry sectors. International Journal of Production Economics, (115)(2), pp. 305-315
  • Kumar, S., & Steinebach, M. (2008). Eliminating U.S. hospital medical errors. International Journal of Health Care Quality Assurance, (21)(5), pp. 444-471
  • Kumar, S., & Verruso, J. (2008). Risk assessment for the security of inbound containers at U.S. ports: A failure mode, effects, and criticality analysis approach. Transportation Journal, (47)(4), pp. 26-40
  • Kumar, S., DeGroot, R. A., & Choe, D. (2008). Rx for smart hospital purchasing decisions: The impact of package design within U.S. hospital supply chain. International Journal of Physical Distribution and Logistics Management, (38)(8), pp. 601-615
  • Kumar, S., Ghildayal, N., & Ostor, C. (2008). A systems approach in examining optimization opportunities and dynamics of the global steel industry. Information Knowledge Systems Management, (7)(4), pp. 401-427
  • Kumar, S., Jenson, H., & Menge, H. (2008). Analyzing mitigation of container security risks using Six Sigma DMAIC approach in supply chain design. Transportation Journal, (47)(2), pp. 54-66
  • Kumar, S., Medina, J., & Nelson, M. T. (2008). Is the offshore outsourcing landscape for U.S. manufacturers migrating away from China?. Supply Chain Management: An International Journal, (14)(5), pp. 342-348
  • Kumar, S., Strandlund, E., & Thomas, D. (2008). Improved service system design using Six Sigma DMAIC for a major U.S. consumer electronics and appliance retailer. International Journal of Retail and Distribution Management, (36)(12), pp. 970-994
  • Kumar, S., Wolfe, A. D., & Wolfe, K. A. (2008). Using Six Sigma DMAIC to improve credit initiation process in a financial services operation. International Journal of Productivity and Performance Management, (57)(8), pp. 659-676
  • Kumar, S. (2007). Connective technology as a strategic tool for building effective supply chain. International Journal of Manufacturing Technology and Management, (10)(1), pp. 41-56
  • Kumar, S. (2007). Established software leaders and outsourcing partners-competitors: Comparative study. International Journal of Business Performance Management, (9)(1), pp. 58-75
  • Kumar, S., & Bergstrom, T. (2007). An explorative study of the relationship of export intermediaries and their trading partners. Supply Chain Forum, (8)(1), pp. 12-31
  • Kumar, S., & Chang, C. (2007). Reverse auctions: How much total supply chain cost savings are there? A business simulation model. Journal of Revenue and Pricing Management, (6)(3), pp. 22-240
  • Kumar, S., & Chang, C. W. (2007). Reverse auctions: How much total supply chain cost savings are there? A conceptual overview. Journal of Revenue and Pricing Management, (6)(2), pp. 77-85
  • Kumar, S., & Craig, S. (2007). Dell, Inc.'s closed loop supply chain for computer assembly plants. Informatonal Knowledge Systems Management, (6)(3), pp. 197- 214
  • Kumar, S., & Ellingson, J. (2007). Adaptive IP strategies in China: A tactical analysis. Journal of Intellectual Capital, (8)(1), pp. 139-158
  • Kumar, S., & Frederick, J. (2007). Revenue management for a home construction supplier. Journal of Revenue and Pricing Management, (5)(4), pp. 256-270
  • Kumar, S., & Krob, W. (2007). Phase reviews versus fast product development: A business case. Journal of Engineering Design, (18)(3), pp. 279-291
  • Kumar, S., & Waheed, U. (2007). Foreign market entry and expansion - directions for strategic organizational growth based on a global system perspective. Information Knowledge Systems Management, (6)(3), pp. 177-196
  • Kumar, S., & Yamaoka, T. (2007). System dynamics study of the Japanese automotive industry closed loop supply chain. Journal of Manufacturing Technology Management, (18)(2), pp. 115-138
  • Kumar, S., Aquino, E. C., & Anderson, E. (2007). Application of a process methodology and a strategic decision model for business process outsourcing. Information Knowledge Systems Management, (6)(4), pp. 323-342
  • Kumar, S., Chandra, C., & Seppanen, M. (2007). Demonstrating supply chain parameter optimization through beer game simulation. Information Knowledge Systems Management, (6)(4), pp. 291-322
  • Kumar, S., DuFresne, C., & Hahler, K. (2007). Managing supply chain risks in US-China. Information Knowledge Systems Management, (6)(4), pp. 343-362
  • Kumar, S., Nottestad, D. A., & Macklin, J. F. (2007). A profit and loss analysis for make to order versus make to stock policy: A supply chain case study. The Engineering Economist, (52)(2), p.141 to 156
  • Kumar, S., Pauly, S., & Budin, E. (2007). Impact of RFID technology on manufacturing and logistics - Challenges and issues. International Journal of Manufacturing Technology and Management, (10)(1), pp. 57-70
  • Kumar, S., Ressler, T. H., & Ahrens, M. E. (2007). Educating rational decision-makers about uncertainty using U.S. social security investment economics. Journal of Operational Research Society, (58)(10), pp. 1294-1305
  • Chandra, C., & Kumar, S. (2006). Supply chain design curriculum: Models and methods development. International Journal of Information and Operations Management Education, (1)(3), pp. 249-280
  • Hennessey, M. P., & Kumar, S. (2006). Integrated graphical game and simulation type PBL in kinematics. International Journal of Mechanical Engineering Education, (34)(3), pp. 220-232
  • Kumar, S. (2006). A comparative analysis of key information technology players. Technovation, (26)(7), pp. 836-846
  • Kumar, S., & Addie, H. (2006). The hexopater: From birth to market-innovative product development challenges. Journal of Engineering Design, (17)(3), pp. 271-289
  • Kumar, S., & Budin, E. (2006). Prevention and management of product recalls in the processed food industry: A case study based on an exporter's perspective. Technovation, (26)(5-6), pp. 739-750
  • Kumar, S., & Chase, C. P. (2006). Barriers and success factors in the management of international operations: Mexico and China overview. International Journal of Management and Decision Making, (7)(5), pp. 525-537
  • Kumar, S., & Eickhoff, J. (2006). Outsourcing: When and how should it be done?. Information Knowledge Systems Management, (5)(4), pp. 245-259
  • Kumar, S., & Hennessey, M. P. (2006). Generalized multiple economy cost of living ordinary annuities from an interest theory perspective. The Engineering Economist, (51)(1), pp. 53-71
  • Kumar, S., & Kropp, J. (2006). Studying the operational efficiencies of a multi-product supply chain using excel spreadsheet model. Technovation, (26)(10), pp. 1186-1200
  • Kumar, S., & Malegeant, P. (2006). Strategic alliance in a closed-loop supply chain, a case of manufacturer and eco-non-profit organization. Technovation, (26)(10), pp. 1127-1135
  • Kumar, S., & Milnar, L. (2006). Challenges and benefits of international trade in developed and transitional economies and individual companies - a case. International Journal of Management and Enterprise Development, (3)(6), pp. 558-578
  • Kumar, S., & Nottestad, D. (2006). Capacity design - an application using discrete event simulation and designed experiments. IIE Transactions, (38)(9), pp. 729-736
  • Kumar, S., & Nottestad, D. (2006). Integrated simulation application design for short-term production scheduling. IIE Transactions, (38)(9), pp. 737-748
  • Kumar, S., & Petersen, P. (2006). Impact of E-commerce in Lowering Impact of e-commerce in lowering operational costs and raising customer satisfaction. Journal of Manufacturing Technology Management, (17)(3), p.283 to 302
  • Kumar, S., & Phrommathed, P. (2006). Improving a manufacturing process by mapping and simulation of critical operations. Journal of Manufacturing Technology Management, (17)(1), pp. 104-132
  • Kumar, S., & Thondikulam, G. (2006). Knowledge management in a collaborative business framework. Framework. Information Knowledge Systems Management, (5)(3), pp. 171-187
  • Kumar, S., & Turner, L. (2006). Real world real options: A tool for investment decisions on new business ventures in the AEC and real estate development industries. International Journal of Electronic Finance, (1)(1), pp. 68-93
  • Kumar, S., & Yamaoka, T. (2006). Closed loop supply chains: A study of U.S. and Japanese car industries. Human Systems Management, (25)(1), pp. 51-70
  • Kumar, S., Massie, C., & Dumonceaux, M. (2006). Comparative innovative business strategies of major players in cosmetic industry. Industrial Management and Data Systems, (106)(3), pp. 285-306
  • Meade, D., Kumar, S., & Houshyar, A. (2006). Financial analysis of a theoretical lean manufacturing implementation using hybrid simulation modeling. Journal of Manufacturing Systems, (25)(2), pp. 137-152
  • Kumar, S. (2005). An exploratory analysis of competing supply chains in the personal computer industry. Supply Chain Management: An International Journal, (6)(1), pp. 16-31
  • Kumar, S. (2005). Exploratory analysis of global cosmetic industry - major players, technology and market trends. Technovation, (25)(11), pp. 1263-1272
  • Kumar, S., & Fullenkamp, J. (2005). Analysis of European union environmental directives and producer responsibility requirements. International Journal of Services and Standards, (1)(3), pp. 379-398
  • Kumar, S., & Krob, W. (2005). Supply chain management challenges for aerospace control technologies leader. Technovation, (25)(1), pp. 53-58
  • Kumar, S., & Liu, D. (2005). Impact of globalization on entrepreneurial enterprises in the world markets. International Journal of Management and Enterprise Development, (2)(1), pp. 46-64
  • Kumar, S., Jamieson, J., & Sweetman, M. (2005). Software industry in the fastest emerging market: Challenges and opportunities. International Journal of Technology Management, (29)(3/4), pp. 231-262
  • Kumar, S., Ressler, T. H., & Ahrens, M. E. (2005). Systems thinking, a consilience of values and logic. Human Systems Management, (24)(4), pp. 259-274
  • Kumar, S. (2004). Mobile communications: Global trends in 21st century. International Journal of Mobile Communications, (2)(1), pp. 67-86
  • Kumar, S., & Beattie, J. (2004). A comparative study of the state of recent IPO companies - lessons learned. Industrial Management and Data Systems, (104)(1), pp. 5-15
  • Kumar, S., & Benusa, J. (2004). Economic justification of a data acquisition system: A case study. Journal of Cost Engineering, (46)(1), pp. 31-37
  • Kumar, S., & Harms, R. (2004). Improving business processes for increased operational efficiency - a case study. Journal of Manufacturing Technology Management, (15)(7), pp. 662-674
  • Kumar, S., & Ostor, C. (2004). CPG food and beverage market dynamics and supporting supply chain systems. Supply Chain Forum, (5)(1), pp. 50-63
  • Kumar, S., & Ricker, J. L. (2004). General electric: A model of corporate citizenship and business evolution. International Journal of Energy Technology and Policy, (2)(4), pp. 354-369
  • Kumar, S., & Schubin, A. (2004). Systems analysis and modeling of supply, demand, and transmission of electric power in Minnesota. Energy Sources, (26)(3), pp. 249-266
  • Kumar, S., & Seppanen, M. (2004). Software tools for teaching business processes design and improvement. Journal of the Academy of Business Education, (5), pp. 15-36
  • Kumar, S., & Snavely, T. (2004). Outsourcing and strategic alliances for product development: A case of Banta digital group. Technovation, (24)(12), pp. 1001-1010
  • Kumar, S., & Strehlow, R. (2004). Business process redesign as a tool for organizational development. Technovation, (24)(11), pp. 853-861
  • Kumar, S., & Terpstra, D. (2004). The post mortem of a complex product development - lessons learned. Technovation, (24)(10), pp. 805-818
  • Kumar, S., Bergstrom, T., & Rowell-Reichert, C. A. (2004). Exploring operational and logistical challenges in the department stores industry. Supply Chain Forum, (5)(2), pp. 42-57
  • Kumar, S., Jamieson, J., & Sweetman, M. (2004). Corporate finance in China- challenges and opportunities. Venture Capital: An International Journal of Entrepreneurial Finance, (6)(4), pp. 351-366
  • Chandra, C., & Kumar, S. (2003). Enhancing manufacturing operations effectiveness through knowledge based design. Integrated Manufacturing Systems, (14)(3), pp. 278-292
  • Kumar, S. (2003). Managing human capital supply chain in the internet era. Industrial Management and Data Systems, (103)(4), pp. 227-237
  • Kumar, S., & Bennett, K. (2003). Global operations and logistics trends in the household and personal care products market. Supply Chain Forum, (4)(2), pp. 10-20
  • Kumar, S., & Blohowiak, M. (2003). Managing constraints in the foodservice supply chain. Vision: The Journal of Business Perspective, (7), pp. 89-98
  • Kumar, S., & Bragg, R. (2003). Maintaining working relationships with suppliers to meet customer demands. Industrial Engineer, (35)(6), pp. 39-44
  • Kumar, S., & Bragg, R. (2003). Managing supplier relationships. Quality Progress, (36)(9), pp. 24-30
  • Kumar, S., & DCamp, J. B. (2003). Establishing the PACE for competitive product development. International Journal of New Product Development and Innovation Management, (5)(2), pp. 109-119
  • Kumar, S., & Fredrick, B. (2003). Customer satisfaction: Extending the value of supply chains. International Journal of Customer Relationship Management, (6)(1), pp. 11-40
  • Kumar, S., & Kvalheim, J. (2003). Economics of equipment acquisition - A case study. Journal of Cost Engineering, (45)(10), pp. 26-29
  • Kumar, S., & McCaffrey, T. (2003). Engineering economics at a hard disk drive manufacturer. Technovation, (23)(9), pp. 749-755
  • Kumar, S., & Meade, D. (2003). Has MRP run its course? A review of contemporary developments in planning systems. Industrial Management and Data Systems, (102)(8), pp. 442-452
  • Kumar, S., & Stokkeland, J. (2003). Evolution of GPS technology and its subsequent use in commercial markets. International Journal of Mobile Communications, (1)(1/2), pp. 180-193
  • Kumar, S., & Zahn, C. (2003). Mobile communications: evolution and impact on business operations. Technovation, (23)(6), pp. 515-520
  • Chandra, C., Kumar, S., & Smirnov, A. V. (2002). E-management of supply chains: General models taxonomy. Human Systems Management, (21)(2), pp. 95-113
  • Kumar, S., & Chandra, C. (2002). Managing multi-item single supplier inventory system with random demands. International Journal of Physical Distribution and Logistics Management, (32)(3), pp. 188-202
  • Kumar, S., & Chandra, C. (2002). Providing support to product design group for achieving variety control. Journal of Engineering Design, (12)(4), pp. 373-387
  • Kumar, S., & Gronseth, M. (2002). SIX SIGMA, a success story at Seagate. Quality World, Journal of Institute of Quality Assurance, UK, (28)(11), pp. 46-49
  • Kumar, S., & Krenner, N. (2002). Review of the semiconductor industry and technology roadmap. Journal of Science Education and Technology, (11)(3), pp. 229-236
  • Kumar, S., & Moore, K. (2002). The evolution of global positioning. Journal of Science Education and Technology, (11)(1), pp. 59-80
  • Kumar, S., & Wegleitner, D. (2002). Supply chain integration challenges for a storage technology leader. Supply Chain Management: An International Journal, (3)(1), pp. 34-43

Books and Chapters

  • Kumar, S. (2007). Connective technologies in the supply chain. Boca Raton, Florida Boca Raton, Florida: Auerbach Publications, Taylor and Francis Group
  • Kumar, S., & Meade, D. (2007). Financial models and tools for managing lean manufacturing. Boca Raton, Florida Boca Raton, Florida: Auerbach Publications, Taylor and Francis Group
  • Kumar, S., & Zander, M. (2007). Supply chain cost control using activity based management. Boca Raton, Florida Boca Raton, Florida: Auerbach Publications, Taylor and Francis Group
  • Kumar, S. (2005). Parts management models and applications, a supply chain system integration perspective. New York New York: Springer
  • Kumar, S., & Krob, W. A. (2005). Managing product life cycle management in a supply chain context: A prescription based on empirical approach. New York New York: Springer
  • Kumar, S., & Phrommathed, P. (2005). New product development: An empirical study of the effects of innovation strategy, organization learning and market conditions. New York New York: Springer
  • Seppanen, M., Kumar, S., & Chandra, C. (2005). Process analysis and improvement: Tools and techniques. New York New York: McGraw Hill-Irwin
  • Chandra, C., Kumar, S., & Smirnov, A. (2004). Value Creation From e-Business Models. In Wendy Currie (Ed.), A framework of integrated models for supply chain e-management. Butterworth-Heinemann, Elsevier
  • Kumar, S., & Blohowiak, M. (2004). Emerging Issues in Supply Chain Management. Managing constraints in the foodservice supply chain (pp. 87-101). Macmillan
  • Top 2 percent of the most-cited scientists in Business and Management field of the World’s nearly 7 million working scientists in more than 200 fields of scientific research according to a 2020 study by Stanford University scholars
  • John Ireland Presidential Award for Teacher / Scholar, University of St. Thomas, 2013
  • Goodeve Medal, JORS - Journal of the OR Society, 2010
  • CenturyLink Endowed Chair in Global Communications and Technology Management, 2002
  • Medtronic Customer-Focus Quality Star of Excellence award, 2000
  • Special President Award, Thermo King Corporation, 1996
  • Cowles Media Company President's Award, Minneapolis Star Tribune, 1994
  • Academy Health
  • American Medical Informatics Association
  • American Production and Inventory Control Society (APICS)
  • American Public Health Association
  • American Society of Engineering Education (ASEE)
  • Association of Facilities Engineers (AFE)
  • Council of Supply Chain Management Professional
  • Decision Sciences Institute (DSI)
  • Institute for Operations Research and Management Science (INFORMS)
  • Institute of Industrial Engineers (IIE)
  • National Society of Professional Engineers (NSME)
  • Production and Operations Management Society (POMS)
  • Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME)
  • DSI - Decision Sciences Institute, Editor
  • DSI Committee members selection committee,
  • IEEE Engineering Management Review, Editor
  • INFORMS - Institute for Operations Research and the Management Sciences,
  • Industrial Management and Data Systems,
  • Industrial Management and Data Systems, Reviewer
  • International Journal of Health Care Quality Assurance, Reviewer
  • International Journal of Logistics Economics and Globalization,
  • International Journal of Physical Distribution and Logistics Management,
  • International Journal of Production Research,
  • Journal of Humanitarian Logistics and Supply Chain Management,
  • Journal of Manufacturing Systems, Editor
  • Strategic Outsourcing: an International Journal,
  • Supply Chain Forum: an International Journal,
  • Supply Chain Management, Reviewer
  • Supply Chain Management: An International Journal,
  • Technovation,
  • Transportation Journal, Reviewer
  • Professor and CenturyLink Endowed Chair in Global Communications and Technology Management, University of St. Thomas - Opus College of Business, St. Paul / Mpls (2002 - present)
  • Professor of Engineering and Technology Management, University of St. Thomas - School of Engineering, St. Paul / Mpls (1997 - 2002)
  • Associate Professor of Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering, University of Wisconsin - Stout - Department of Industrial Management, Menomonie (1994 - 1997)
  • Technical Advisor and Senior Specialist, Minneapolis Star Tribune Newspaper, Minneapolis (1990 - 1994)
  • Systems Manager, Thermo King Corporation, Minneapolis (1982 - 1990)
  • Project and Systems Analyst, Toro Corporation, Minneapolis (1981 - 1982)
  • Systems Analyst, Dayton Hudson Corporation, Minneapolis (1980 - 1981)
  • Systems Analyst, State Trading Corporation, New Delhi (1976 - 1978)
  • Technical Analyst, Department of Agriculture, Government of India, New Delhi (1974 - 1976)