Centre for Smart Warehousing and Logistics Systems research themes
We produce business-focused research to solve logistical problems, with an emphasis on the use of technology.
Centre for Smart Warehousing and Logistics Systems
Our research expertise is in warehousing and logistics applications. We focus on developing methods for improving operations management and decision making.
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Centre for Smart Warehousing and Logistics Systems
The Centre for Smart Warehousing and Logistics Systems brings together researchers in warehousing and logistics applications.
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Commercial partnership to improve human-robot collaboration in warehouse operations
The alliance of academic and commercial expertise will combine University algorithm and modelling expertise with Logidot’s Internet of Things (IoT) solution.
Hospitals can speed up surgery times with separate patient preparation
Computer modelling shows a 40 per cent improvement in theatre idle times when surgery induction procedures are reconfigured
Tackling the global supply chain crisis
Read more about the impact the centre’s research has on people, businesses and the environment through these most challenging of times.
The software that helps delivery firms get out of a jam
Dr Güneş Erdoğan has developed a tool that helps organisations choose the best routes for delivering goods, helping to save money and reduce emissions.
Research proposes 'negative price' strategy to better manage bike sharing systems
Dr Meng Meng suggests a new way to manage the supply of bikes, using financial incentives to convince users to cycle from areas to high supply to low
Vaccines for all: creating models to support large-scale vaccination
Professor Güneş Erdoğan receives grant to research the best ways to distribute and administer Covid-19 vaccines.
In the media
SWALOS academics share their expert opinion with a wider audience
Dr Vaggelis Giannikas is making supply chains 'sexy'
Hear how Dr Vaggelis Giannikas is making supply chains 'sexy' on episode 75 of University Speaking with Charlie Taylor.
Fotios Petropoulos talks "Fast and Furious Time Series Forecasting"
Professor Fotios Petropoulos was featured on the Data Skeptic podcast to discuss his work "Fast and Furious Time Series Forecasting"
On the road to net-zero logistics
Dr Vaggelis Giannikas explains how to decarbonise logistics in the 'problem areas' of HGVs, air freight and shipping
Prioritising reverse logistics
Dr Vaggelis Giannikas explains the pressures that are forcing CFOs to focus on returns in retail
Dr Vaggelis Giannikas explains why smart ports are key to trade success
In The Times' Raconteur Magazine, Vaggelis stresses the need for a digital trade infrastructure in post-Brexit Britain
Dr Vaggelis Giannikas featured in Financial Management Magazine
Vaggelis explains how companies can deal with the supply chain challenges of Brexit and Covid-19 by approaching their warehousing differently
Success and engagement
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Postgrad student Sina Khodaee wins essay competition at the UKWA Conference
His entry discussed the changing landscape of warehouse automation, emphasising the crucial role of collaboration between humans and robots.
Gilbert Laporte awarded prestigious Killam Prize
School of Management academic Professor Gilbert Laporte has won one of the Canada Council Killam Prizes for 2021.
School of Management academics team up with UK Warehousing Association for study on automation
Vaggelis Giannikas, Alistair Brandon-Jones and Ayse-Begum Kilic are working with UKWA to investigate the adoption and assimilation of automation in warehouses.
Fotios Petropoulos promoted to Professor
Fotios Petropoulos has advanced to the next stage in his career, as a Full Professor of Management Science.
Blog posts
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Why you should rethink your online shopping habits
Vaggelis Giannikas explains how our online shopping habits could harm the environment and the economy, and what customers and retailers can do about it.
How to deliver cancer treatment more efficiently
Melih Celik details his work on chemotherapy scheduling, explaining how his models can help improve patient waiting times and reduce nurse overtime.
How operational research is helping with disaster relief management
Ece Sanci shows how her mathematical model can be used to make better decisions, helping governments and aid organisations prepare for when disaster strikes.
How to create better bike sharing systems to make our cities greener
Dr Meng Meng explains the importance of bike sharing systems to combat climate change, and how bike providers can operate to maximise use.
Researcher in the Spotlight: Dr Vaggelis Giannikas
Director of SWALOS, Vaggelis Giannikas, explains his aspirations for the Centre and the importance of doing research with real-world impact.
The race for deliveries
Vaggelis Giannikas' research explores the consumer demand for fast deliveries, in light of Covid-19.
About us
The Centre for Smart Warehousing and Logistics Systems brings together researchers with expertise in warehousing and logistics applications. We have a strong interest in applied research and a focus in the development of innovative methods for improved operations management and decision making. We conduct top-quality research utilising emerging technologies and tools that has a strong potential to make a substantial impact to business and the society.
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