Manufacturing Supply Chains
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Research Article
AI-Driven Leadership in Manufacturing Supply Chains: A Systematic Literature Review, Research Gaps Analysis, and Exploratory Study of Egyptian Manufacturing Firms 1-40
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Attia Hussien Gomaa
Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly transforming manufacturing supply chains by enabling predictive analytics, intelligent automation, real-time visibility, data-driven decision-making, and adaptive coordination. Yet, the realization of sustained value from AI extends beyond...
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Research Article
An Intelligent Fuzzy Multi-Criteria Framework for Joint Procurement Allocation and Logistics Network Design under Sustainability and Risk Considerations 50-93
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Mohammad Mahdi Ershadi
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This study proposes an integrated fuzzy multi-objective decision-support framework for the simultaneous optimization of procurement allocation and logistics network design in multi-echelon supply chains. The framework explicitly captures the interdependence between sourcing and transportation...
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Research Article
Enhancing Manufacturing Excellence Through Lean Six Sigma: A Case Study Approach 2-27
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Attia Hussien Gomaa
Achieving manufacturing excellence requires continuous improvement in operational efficiency, quality, and process performance. Although Lean Six Sigma (LSS) is widely recognized for process optimization, its application in complex manufacturing environments remains constrained by the lack of...
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Research Article
Optimizing Machining Process Performance Using Lean Six Sigma: A Case Study 52-81
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Attia Hussien Gomaa
To sustain competitiveness, companies continuously improve quality, productivity, and customer satisfaction, with Lean Six Sigma recognized as a key methodology for driving enduring operational excellence. This study examines the implementation of Lean Six Sigma (LSS) in machining operations,...
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Research Article
The Impact of FDI on Economic Growth in Emerging and Developing Economies: The Role of Institutional Quality and Technology Diffusion 24-45
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Francesco Scalamonti
Foreign direct investment (FDI) has long been considered as a key determinant of economic growth, particularly within emerging and developing economies. This study provides an empirical investigation into how institutional quality and technology diffusion influence the relationship between FDI...