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SUMMARY:Framework for Analyzing and Addressing Methodological Challenges in  OSCM Research on African Contexts
DESCRIPTION:Research in operations and supply chain management (OSCM) is shaped by widely recognized methodological conventions. Some of these conventions come from general scientific principles\, while others have developed through disciplinary traditions. These conventions continue to be reinforced by the academic environments that have historically led the OSCM field. \nHowever\, research conducted in African contexts often encounters challenges when these conventions are applied without adjustment. Publication gatekeepers may evaluate African-based studies using the same expectations applied to research conducted in more represented contexts. As a result\, researchers can face two main difficulties: conducting the research itself in environments that differ from assumed norms and demonstrating adherence to conventions that may not fully align with the realities of their context. In some cases\, the unique features of African settings make adapting or departing from standard conventions both necessary and appropriate. \nOn November 17\, Dr. Dominic Essuman\, a lecturer from the University of Sheffield\, will introduce a practical framework for understanding and addressing these methodological challenges. The framework draws from multi-sourced Africa-specific data and is designed to support scholars in navigating research design\, execution\, and publication in leading OSCM journals. \nDr. Essuman will discuss two major sets of methodological challenges: those associated with the researcher’s institutional environment and those shaped by the resource environment. The session will highlight how certain limitations can be transformed into opportunities that strengthen research quality and relevance in African contexts. \nParticipants will gain practical guidance on when to adopt existing methodological conventions\, when to adapt them to fit context\, and when to innovate entirely new approaches. The session will also emphasize how to clearly communicate methodological decisions and reasoning to publication gatekeepers while maintaining rigor and scholarly confidence. \nAbout the Speaker\nDr. Dominic Essuman is an Editor of the Africa Initiative of the International Journal of Operations & Production Management and a Lecturer in Sustainable Management at the University of Sheffield. His research has been published in leading journals including the Journal of International Business Studies\, International Journal of Operations & Production Management\, Journal of Business Logistics\, International Journal of Production Economics\, and Supply Chain Management: An International Journal. \nHe holds a Ph.D. in Logistics and Supply Chain Management from Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology\, Ghana\, and is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA) in the UK. Dr. Essuman is deeply committed to advancing OSCM scholarship across Africa and has collaborated with CARISCA to deliver multiple research capacity-building programs.
URL:https://carisca.knust.edu.gh/event/carisca-training-series-4/
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SUMMARY:Continuing Professional Development - Introduction to Supply Chain Analytics
DESCRIPTION:CARISCA CPDs Are Back!\nCARISCA is excited to announce the return of our Continuing Professional Development (CPD) courses! \nTo kick things off\, we’re introducing two free introductory sessions open to all our stakeholders and the public. These sessions are designed to build foundational knowledge in key areas of supply chain management and prepare participants for future in-depth CPD offerings. \nIntroduction to Supply Chain Analytics\nDate: November 20\, 2025Time: 2–5 p.m. GMTMode: Online via ZoomRegister: bit.ly/CARISCACPDs \nAs supply chains become more data-driven\, analytics skills are essential for informed decision-making. This course introduces participants to the fundamentals of Supply Chain Analytics from data collection to analysis for operational and strategic improvement. \nFacilitator\nDr. John Serbe MarfoSenior Lecturer\, KNUST School of Business \nDr John Serbe Marfo is a Senior Lecturer at the Department of Supply Chain and Information Systems at the KNUST School of Business. He has a PhD in Information Systems. He is a researcher and a consultant in supply chain digitalization\, information systems\, health informatics\, big data analytics and eLearning. His recent research work in supply chain digitalization focuses on the use of drone technology as a logistics tool to improve health care delivery and supply chains. \nLearn more about our other CPD course\, Introduction to Reverse Logistics
URL:https://carisca.knust.edu.gh/event/continuing-professional-development-introductory-courses/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251124T170000
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SUMMARY:Supply Chain Design\, Digital Twins and Stress Testing for Resilience
DESCRIPTION:Supply chains move materials and goods from origin to consumption. They deliver products that feed us\, keep us healthy\, and support our daily lives. Efficient supply chains are vital for strong economies and stable communities. \nHowever\, designing and managing supply chains is challenging. Today’s world faces frequent disruptions such as extreme weather\, pandemics\, and geopolitical tensions. These events test how well supply chains can adapt and recover. \nOn November 24\, Professor Chelsea C. White III (Chip) will discuss “Supply Chain Design\, Digital Twins\, & Stress Testing for Resilience.” He will explain how to design supply chains that deliver quality products efficiently and remain resilient during disruptions. \nThe presentation will begin with an overview of how supply chains are structured and operated. It will then explore how to manage risks and recover from disruptions effectively. Professor White will use the semiconductor industry as a key example\, highlighting its complexity and global challenges. \nHe will introduce digital twins\, virtual models that represent real supply chains. These models help organizations test different scenarios and identify weak points before real disruptions occur. Participants will learn the steps to create digital twins of supply chains\, facilities\, and manufacturing processes. \nThe session will also explain the Bullwhip Effect\, showing how small changes in demand can cause large fluctuations upstream. Attendees will discover how this effect impacts suppliers and overall performance. \nBy the end of the presentation\, participants will understand how digital tools can strengthen resilience\, improve decision-making\, and reduce risk in supply chain operations. \nAbout the Speaker \nProfessor Chelsea C. White III (Chip) is the Schneider National Chair of Transportation & Logistics at Georgia Institute of Technology. He is also a Professor in the School of Industrial and Systems Engineering. \nHe has received multiple IEEE Lifetime Achievement Awards and is a Fellow of IEEE and INFORMS. He has served on several global boards\, including Con-way\, Inc.\, the ITS World Congress\, and the World Economic Forum Trade Facilitation Council. \nHis current research focuses on Next-Generation digital twin platforms that improve supply chain performance and resilience. Professor White combines academic insight with industry experience to help build smarter\, stronger supply chains.
URL:https://carisca.knust.edu.gh/event/supply-chain-design-digital-twins-and-stress-testing-for-resilience/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251204T140000
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SUMMARY:Continuing Professional Development - Introduction to Reverse Logistics
DESCRIPTION:CARISCA CPDs Are Back!\nCARISCA is excited to announce the return of our Continuing Professional Development (CPD) courses!To kick things off\, we’re introducing two free introductory sessions open to all our stakeholders and the public. These sessions are designed to build foundational knowledge in key areas of supply chain management and prepare participants for future in-depth CPD offerings. \nIntroduction to Reverse Logistics\nDate: December 4\, 2025Time: 2–5 p.m. GMTMode: Online via ZoomRegister: bit.ly/CARISCACPDs \nReverse logistics is gaining importance as organizations pursue sustainability and circular supply chain strategies. This course introduces participants to the concepts and processes involved in managing the flow of products and materials back through the supply chain. \nFacilitator\nDr. Simon Peter NadeemSenior Program Manager\, LEARN Logistics by the Kühne Foundation \nHe oversees the PhD program across several countries in Africa\, supports CARSICA\, and leads the development of academic research activities across the region. \nDr Nadeem is an established academic with extensive teaching and research experience. His last academic role was as a Senior Lecturer (Associate Professor) at the University of Derby\, United Kingdom. \nDr Nadeem’s academic expertise and research interests span Operations Management\, Logistics and Supply Chain Management\, Circular Economy\, Sustainability\, and Business Process Reengineering. Dr Nadeem is an active researcher with international collaborations and has published in high-ranking peer-reviewed journals. He is also frequently invited as a Keynote Speaker at international conferences and academic institutions. \nLearn more about our othe CPD course\, Introduction to Supply Chain Analytics
URL:https://carisca.knust.edu.gh/event/continuing-professional-development-introduction-to-reverse-logistics/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260211T140000
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SUMMARY:Research Capacity-Building Workshop with guest editors from IJLM
DESCRIPTION:On February 11\, 2026\, CARISCA will host a Research Capacity-Building Workshop featuring guest editors from The International Journal of Logistics Management (IJLM). The workshop is designed to strengthen the research skills and publication readiness of faculty and graduate students across Africa. \nIn this context\, the upcoming workshop will introduce participants to the role and importance of paper development workshops for scholarly publishing. The session will feature key statistics on submissions to IJLM\, including acceptance and rejection rates and will highlight the most common reasons for desk rejections. \nThe workshop will then examine the techniques and methodologies valued by leading supply chain journals. Special attention will be given to IJLM’s requirements\, supported by examples of published papers featuring African contexts. These examples illustrate how rigorous empirical research can generate original insights that advance the field. \nParticipants will also explore how to position contributions that address local\, practical supply chain challenges while advancing theory in operations and supply chain management. Aligning context-specific relevance with theoretical contribution remains a core expectation across top journals. \nFinally\, the session will conclude with guidance on formatting and submission standards. Using examples from the current IJLM special issue\, editors will outline key structural and stylistic elements required of successful manuscripts. \nAbout the Speakers\nProf. MJ Naude is a full professor in the School of Commerce\, specializing in Supply Chain Management across undergraduate\, postgraduate\, master’s and PhD levels. Her expertise spans purchasing\, operations and logistics management. She is an NRF-rated researcher with publications and conference presentations in South Africa and abroad. Prof. Naude has served on the editorial boards of the Journal of Contemporary Management and the Journal of Transport and Supply Chain Management. \nCélestin ELOCK SON is associate professor of logistics and supply chain management at the Institute of Technology (IUT) of Moselle-Est\, Université de Lorraine\, France. He is a member of CEREFIGE\, and his research focuses on food supply chains and emerging distribution models driven by digitalization and Industry 4.0. He is currently a Guest Editor for The International Journal of Logistics Management. \n 
URL:https://carisca.knust.edu.gh/event/research-capacity-building-workshop-with-guest-editors-from-ijlm/
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SUMMARY:Dealing with Desk Rejections and Addressing Reviewer Comments
DESCRIPTION:Publishing in reputable journals remains one of the most important and often most challenging aspects of an academic career. For many African researchers\, especially early-career scholars\, navigating desk rejections and responding effectively to reviewer feedback can feel daunting. Yet these experiences are a normal part of the scholarly journey and\, when approached strategically\, can become powerful learning opportunities. \nRecognizing this need\, we are organizing a capacity-building training session designed to equip African faculty and emerging researchers with practical tools to improve their chances of publication success. This session will focus on understanding why manuscripts are desk-rejected\, how to interpret and respond constructively to reviewer comments\, and how to revise and resubmit papers in ways that strengthen their contribution and clarity. \nDuring the session\, participants will gain insights into: \n\nUnderstanding common reasons for desk rejections\nStrategies for responding constructively to reviewer comments\nBest practices for revising and resubmitting manuscripts\nPractical tips to improve publication success in reputable journals\n\nThis training is particularly valuable for researchers seeking to publish in high-quality journals and for those looking to build confidence in engaging with the peer review process. By learning directly from an experienced editor and scholar\, participants will gain actionable guidance to navigate the publication journey more effectively. \nAbout Speaker: \nWe are honoured to have Lilac Nachum\,  Professor of International Business at Leeds University Business School\, as the facilitator. With more than three decades of teaching\, publishing\, and consulting experience\, she brings deep insight into the academic publishing process. She is a Fellow of the Academy of International Business and serves in editorial roles across leading journals\, including the Journal of International Business Studies\, the Journal of International Business Policy\, and the Africa Journal of Management. Her work on globalization and global supply chains has earned multiple awards and has been widely cited in both academic and policy circles. \nJoin us as we support African researchers in turning feedback into opportunity and advancing their scholarly impact.
URL:https://carisca.knust.edu.gh/event/dealing-with-desk-rejections-and-addressing-reviewer-comments/
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SUMMARY:Supply Chain Analytics for Decision-Making: From Data to Outcomes (Level 2)
DESCRIPTION:Given the importance of the supply chain to organizations across the globe\, businesses are looking for opportunities to make processes faster\, cheaper\, and easier as materials move from the point of origin to the point of consumption. Supply chains involve many different activities\, people and organizations\, which produce a vast amount of information. This overwhelming amount of data has to be processed and converted into forms that influence key decisions and lead to better results. Supply chain analytics uses data analytical tools to manage and improve supply chain functions such as demand planning\, order processing and inventory control\, and risk management. This workshop will build the capacity of supply chain practitioners and service providers in both the public and private sectors in Sub-Saharan Africa to use big data to support supply chain management decisions.This two-day workshop is for procurement and supply chain practitioners and professionals working for governmental and non-governmental entities\, supply chain faculty\, and students.\n\nWorkshop DetailsDates: 26–27 March 2026 \nRegistration Deadline: 23 March 2026 \nDelivery Mode: In-person (Accra) & Online (Zoom) \n\nWhy Attend?\nSupply chains generate massive amounts of data across procurement\, inventory\, logistics\, warehousing and risk management. This workshop equips participants with practical\, hands-on skills to convert data into insights that drive operational and strategic decisions. \n\n\nFor full details\, please click here
URL:https://carisca.knust.edu.gh/event/supply-chain-analytics-for-decision-making-from-data-to-outcomes-level-2/
LOCATION:CARISCA Accra Office
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SUMMARY:2026 Supply Chain Research Summit
DESCRIPTION:CARISCA’s annual Supply Chain Research Summit is central to our goal of strengthening African supply chain capacity and advancing Africa’s supply chain research globally. \nOn July 6-8\, 2026\, CARISCA will host the sixth Annual Supply Chain Research Summit in Ghana. The 2025 summit\, held in Lagos\, Nigeria\, attracted approximately 350 participants from 17 countries\, 87 institutions\, and 38 higher education institutions worldwide\, featuring more than 81 presentations. \nIn 2026\, we are moving the summit back to Ghana\, to welcome and accommodate even more supply chain scholars\, students\, professionals and decision makers to one of Africa’s emerging economies. As in previous summits\, the 2026 Summit will be a hybrid event\, to be held in person\, and virtually via Zoom. \nThe 2026 summit is envisioned to take a deeper look at how artificial intelligence (AI) technologies are transforming supply chains and organizations across the continent. \nVisit the Summit website: summit2026.carisca.org
URL:https://carisca.knust.edu.gh/event/call-for-papers-2026-supply-chain-research-summit/
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