DS 6180 Transforming the Global Supply Chain
This course explores cutting-edge AI and analytics technologies and their impact on end-to-end supply chain management, from marketing to sourcing. Students will examine how disruptive innovations, such as information technology, process and product technologies, Blockchain, 3D printing, and AI/analytics-driven solutions, are transforming supply chains. The class emphasizes understanding how these tools function, critically evaluating the assumptions behind algorithms, analyzing the data that powers them, and considering the trade-offs decision makers face. The course also highlights industry best practices, equipping students with insights into the practical application of these technologies in supply chains. Three semester hours credit.