Global Sustainable Production conducts research on sustainability and regenerative challenges and opportunities in global supply chains.
The section examines how social, environmental and economic dimensions interact across supply chain networks. The focus is on developing new insights that challenge established understandings of supply chain management.
We take pride in conducting research that is firmly grounded in supply chain management. At the same time, we draw on insights from innovation studies, engineering operations, organisational research, environmental and climate research, and occupational health and safety to develop new perspectives.
We believe that research should contribute to positive societal change. We do not remain in the ivory tower but prioritise applied research with real-world impact while maintaining strong theoretical contributions. Methodologically, the group emphasises mixed-methods designs, particularly action-oriented and intervention-based approaches.
To ensure impact, our research is carried out in close collaboration with companies, public authorities and other external stakeholders. The section also contributes to shaping the future of supply chain management through its educational activities. Currently, we host the Bachelor of Engineering programme Global Management and Manufacturing and contribute to several other engineering programmes.
A sustainability perspective underpins all our teaching activities.