Dr Richard Addo-Tenkorang

Before joining UEL and the RDSBL, Richard at worked at various higher education and further education institutions across Europe (University of Vaasa, Finland, Aalborg University, Denmark, Brunel University, UK and also South Essex College and Bedford College Group) in various capacities as a post-doctoral researcher, lecturer, university lecturer and Head of School – Engineering.  Richard worked on areas covering learning, teaching and assessment on applied management, applied engineering and applied technology.

His research focuses primarily on digital supply chain management (SCM 4.0); Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems; digital manufacturing – 3D printing, smart/cloud manufacturing - IoT, AI, VR, AR, digital twin; big data analytics and management; value-chain management and digital enterprise management.

His research has been published in leading national and internationally renowned publishing houses. Dr Addo-Tenkorang received his D.Sc. - Tech (Industrial Engineering & Management) with a thesis titled "Conceptual Framework for Large-Scale Complex Engineering - Design & Delivery Processes: A Case of Enterprise SCM Network Activities and Analysis" from the University of Vaasa, Finland. His thesis developed a conceptual framework for enterprise supply chain management for a manufacturing company.

Richard is a creative and motivated professional engineer, educator and researcher who sets high standards in all aspects of his role. Excellent interpersonal skills and can communicate effectively at all levels. A proven good track record of leadership, management, and teamwork: curriculum development, and experiences in industrial engineering, manufacturing systems, new product development and digital supply-chain management. He is flexible to any arising work demands, a critical, logical thinker and has a positive professional attitude.