Professor Sameh Saad BSc (Honours), MSc, PhD, CEng, MIET,PGCHE, MILT, FHEA, FCILT
Chair in Enterprise Modelling and Management
Summary
Professor Saad graduated with an honours degree in Production Engineering, MSc in Industrial Engineering and a PhD in Manufacturing Engineering from University of Nottingham.
About
His research interests and experience include design and analysis of manufacturing systems, production planning and control, reconfigurable manufacturing systems and next generation of manufacturing systems including Fractal and Biological Manufacturing Systems, computer simulation, ERP, lean enterprise and six sigma, fractal supply chain and sustainability/green manufacturing. He has published over 130 articles in various national and international academic journals and conferences, including keynote addresses and a book. He received the 1998 and 2005 Award of Excellence for some of his publications from Emerald. He also has four patents.
One of his recent research works on the 21st Century Manufacturing Systems funded by EPSRC was rated outstanding and internationally leading research grant. He has supervised/examined massive number of PhD projects and acted as a referee and a member of editorial boards of many of prestigious international journals and conferences; he also acted as a referee for EPSRC and as an external examiner for number of universities in UK, Europe and Australia.
Teaching
Department of Engineering and Mathematics
College of Business, Technology and Engineering
Industrial Collaborative Engineering
MBA Industrial Management
MEng Aerospace Engineering
MSc Advanced Engineering
MSc Advanced Engineering and Management
MSc Logistics and Supply Chain Management
MEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering
BEng Hon Manufacturing Engineering (top-up)
BSc Hon Engineering: Mechanical
BA Hon Logistics Management
Manufacturing Systems
IT in Design and Operations of Logistics and Supply Chain Management
Lean Operations and Six Sigma
Logistics and Enterprise Information Systems
Business Process Management
Design Simulation and Operation of Manufacturing Systems
Process Improvement and Lean Manufacturing
Research
Professor Saad has led several high profile research and consultancy programmes in collaboration with leading industrial organizations such as BAE SYSTEMS, Rolls Royce, Doncaster Bramah, Boots, WAVIN, VOLOV Sweden, and Dowty Group USA. In recognition of novel solutions that he developed, BAS SYSTEMS has been sponsoring his readership until he became a chair in Enterprise Modelling and Management in 2006. He has also developed academic and research links with many universities in UK and internationally including Germany, Poland, Egypt, Turkey, Libya and China.
Publications
Key Publications
Saad, S., Bahadori, R., Khamkham, M., & Adi, K. (2024). The impact of the digital era on the implementation of the traditional six-sigma dmaic- a new dmaise cycle development. International Journal of Industrial Engineering: Theory, Applications and Practice, 31 (1). http://doi.org/10.23055/ijietap.2024.31.1.9383
Saad, S., Maina, J., Perera, T., & Bahadori, R. (2023). Blockchain-Based traceability system for enhanced humanitarian supply chain management. Advances in Transdisciplinary Engineering, 44 (44), 155-161. http://doi.org/10.3233/atde230918
Komal, S., & Saad, S.M. (2023). A Review Paper on Supply Chain Management Strategies in UK Textile Industry. Advances in Transdisciplinary Engineering, 113-119. http://doi.org/10.3233/atde230910
Saad, S., Ubeywarna, D., & Zhang, H. (2023). Key Factors Influence the Reconfiguration of Supply Chain Design: A Review Paper. Advances in Transdisciplinary Engineering, 132-137. http://doi.org/10.3233/atde230913
Bahadori, R., Saad, S., Badakhshan, E., Perera, T., & Gunathilaka, R. (2023). A new eco-friendly initiative for last food mile delivery in urban areas. Proceedings of the 11th International Workshop on Simulation for Energy, Sustainable Development & Environment, SESDE. http://doi.org/10.46354/i3m.2023.sesde.005
Badakhshan, E., Badakhshan, A., Saad, S., Bahadori, R., & Ball, P. (2023). Using simulation-optimization to integrate financial and product flow planning in supply chains. Proceedings of the 35th European Modeling & Simulation Symposium, EMSS. http://doi.org/10.46354/i3m.2023.emss.009
Saad, S.M., & Alnuiami, S. (2023). Development of a digital innovation framework that is renowned globally. Procedia Computer Science, 217, 895-903. http://doi.org/10.1016/j.procs.2022.12.286
Saad, S., Maina, J., Perera, T., & Bahadori, R. (2022). Blockchain technology - understanding its application in humanitarian supply chains. In Shafik, M., & Case, K. (Eds.) 19th International Conference on Manufacturing Research (ICMR2022), Derby, UK, 6 September 2022 - 8 September 2022 (pp. 385-391). IOS: http://doi.org/10.3233/ATDE220621
Saad, S., & Ubeywarna, D. (2022). Reconfiguration of supply chains in today’s digital era: a review paper. In Shafik, M., & Case, K. (Eds.) 19th International Conference on Manufacturing Research (ICMR2022), Derby, UK, 6 September 2022 - 8 September 2022 (pp. 367-372). IOS: http://doi.org/10.3233/ATDE220618
Saad, S., & Murray, C. (2022). Development of a maintenance strategy to optimise maintenance in a world scale bioethanol production facility. In Shafik, M., & Case, K. (Eds.) 19th International Conference on Manufacturing Research (ICMR2022), Derby, UK, 6 September 2022 - 8 September 2022 (pp. 354-360). IOS: http://doi.org/10.3233/ATDE220616
Saad, S.M., Bahadori, R., Zhang, H., & Albaqami, A. (2021). Technology Roadmapping Application in Smart City's Development. In ICMR2021: 18th International Conference on Manufacturing Research, Virtual, 7 September 2021 - 9 September 2021 (pp. 368-373). IOS Press: http://doi.org/10.3233/ATDE210063
Saad, S.M., Bahadori, R., & Jafarnejad, H. (2021). The smart SME technology readiness assessment methodology in the context of industry 4.0. Journal of Manufacturing Technology Management. http://doi.org/10.1108/jmtm-07-2020-0267
Saad, S.M., Bahadori, R., Jafarnejad, H., & Putra, M.F. (2021). Smart Production Planning and Control: Technology Readiness Assessment. Procedia Computer Science, 180, 618-627. http://doi.org/10.1016/j.procs.2021.01.284
Saad, S., & Bahadori, R. (2020). Logistics capabilities measurement in the fractal supply network. International Journal of Logistics Systems and Management (IJLSM), 36 (2), 251-281. http://doi.org/10.1504/IJLSM.2020.107388
Saad, S., & Bahadori, R. (2019). Introducing a unique inventory control framework for centralized VMI and JIT production. IFAC-PapersOnline, 52 (13), 1045-1050. http://doi.org/10.1016/j.ifacol.2019.11.333
Saad, S., & Bahadori, R. (2019). Development of a Dynamic InformationFractal Framework to Monitor and OptimiseSustainability in Food Distribution Network. International Journal of Food Engineering (IJEF). http://doi.org/10.1515/ijfe-2018-0061
Zhang, H., Saad, S., & Jon, M. (2018). Harnessing Brexit, Technology and Insight - British manufacturers; maintaining a competitive edge in an age of uncertainty & opportunity. Sheffield Hallam University and SSG Insight.
Saad, S., & Bahadori, R. (2018). Development of an information fractal to optimise inventory in the supply network. International Journal of Service and Computing Oriented Manufacturing, 3 (2/3), 127-150. http://doi.org/10.1504/IJSCOM.2018.091620
Saad, S.M., Merino Perez, C.D., & Vega Alvarado, V.E. (2017). Development of a mechanism to facilitate the safety stock planning configuration in ERP. Production & Manufacturing Research, 5 (1), 42-56. http://doi.org/10.1080/21693277.2017.1322541
Saad, S., BAHADORI, R., Bhovar, C., & Zhang, H. (n.d.). Industry 4.0 and Lean Manufacturing - A systematic review of the state of the art literature and key recommendations for future research. International Journal of Lean Six Sigma. http://doi.org/10.1108/ijlss-02-2022-0021
Journal articles
Saad, S., & Khamkham, M. (2018). Development of an integrated quality management conceptual framework for manufacturing organisations. Procedia manufacturing, 17, 587-594. http://doi.org/10.1016/j.promfg.2018.10.100
Mohamed, A., & Saad, S. (2016). Development of risk assessment model for equipment within the petroleum industry. IFAC Papers Online, 49 (28), 37-42. http://doi.org/10.1016/j.ifacol.2016.11.007
Saad, S. (2016). The impact of external disturbances on the performance of a cellular manufacturing systems. International Journal of Service and Computing Oriented Manufacturing, 2 (1), 1-32. http://doi.org/10.1504/IJSCOM.2016.075416
Saad, S., & Al afifi, M. (2015). The ABCD Validation Management Tool for business excellence models. WSEAS Transaction on Business and Economics, 12, 363-376. http://www.wseas.org/multimedia/journals/economics/2015/a685807-379.pdf
Saad, S., Kunhu, N., & Mohamed, A. (2015). A fuzzy-AHP multi-criteria decision making model for procurement process. International Journal of Logistics Systems and Management (IJLSM), 23 (1), 1-24. http://doi.org/10.1504/IJLSM.2016.073295
Saad, S., & Al Afifi, M. (2015). ABCD analysis- a new validation model for Dubai Government Excellence Program (DGEP). International Journal of Economics and Statistics, 3, 128-140. http://www.naun.org/main/NAUN/economics/2015/a322015-161.pdf
Saad, S., & Aririguzo, J. (2012). Simulating the integration of original equipment manufacturing and suppliers in fractal environment. International Journal of Simulation and Process Modelling (IJSPM), 7 (3), 148-158. http://doi.org/10.1504/IJSPM.2012.049151
Saad, S., & Lassila, A.M. (2010). Methodology for dynamic scheduling and control in biological manufacturing systems. International Journal of Industrial and Systems Engineering, 5 (3), 268. http://doi.org/10.1504/IJISE.2010.031961
Khalil, J., Saad, S., & Gindy, N. (2009). An integrated cost optimisation maintenance model for industrial equipment. Journal of Quality in Maintenance Engineering, 15 (1), 106-118. http://doi.org/10.1108/13552510910943912
Koh, S.C.L., Gunasekaran, A., & Saad, S.M. (2007). Tackling uncertainty in ERP-controlled manufacturing environment: A knowledge management approach. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ADVANCED MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY, 31 (7-8), 833-840.
Saad, S.M., & Gindy, N.N.Z. (2007). Future shape of the responsive manufacturing enterprise. Benchmarking: An International Journal, 14 (1), 140-152. http://doi.org/10.1108/14635770710730982
Koh, S.C.L., & Saad, S.M. (2007). Benchmarking the management of operations and information systems. Benchmarking: An International Journal, 14 (1). http://doi.org/10.1108/bij.2007.13114aaa.001
Saad, S.M., & Lassila, A.M. (2006). An integrated approach for shop floor configuration in fractal manufacturing systems. International Journal of Services and Operations Management, 2 (2), 109. http://doi.org/10.1504/ijsom.2006.009496
Koh, S.C.L., Gunasekaran, A., & Saad, S.M. (2006). Parts verification for multi-level-dependent demand manufacturing systems: a recognition and classification structure. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ADVANCED MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY, 31 (3-4), 305-315.
Saad, S., Khalil, E., Fowkes, C., Basarab-Horwath, I., & Perera, T. (2006). Taboo search vs genetic algorithms in solving and optimising PCB problems. Journal of manufacturing technology management, 17 (4), 521-536. http://doi.org/10.1108/17410380610662988
Lenny Koh, S.C., Saad, S., & Arunachalam, S. (2006). Competing in the 21st century supply chain through supply chain management and enterprise resource planning integration. International Journal of Physical Distribution & Logistics Management, 36 (6), 455-465. http://doi.org/10.1108/09600030610677401
Saad, S., & Perera, T. (2006). Guest editorial. Journal of Manufacturing Technology Management, 17 (4). http://doi.org/10.1108/jmtm.2006.06817daa.001
Gindy, N.N.Z., Cerit, B., & Hodgson, A. (2006). Technology roadmapping for the next generation manufacturing enterprise. Journal of Manufacturing Technology Management, 17 (4), 404-416. http://doi.org/10.1108/17410380610662843
Koh, S.C.L., & Saad, S.M. (2006). Managing uncertainty in ERP-controlled manufacturing environments in SMEs. International Journal of Production Economics, 101 (1), 109-127. http://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijpe.2005.05.011
Koh, S.C.L., Gunasekaran, A., & Saad, S.M. (2005). An empirical study of the effects of uncertainty on SME manufacturers. International Journal of Services and Operations Management, 1 (4), 395. http://doi.org/10.1504/ijsom.2005.007500
Koh, S.C.L., Gunasekaran, A., & Saad, S.M. (2005). A business model for uncertainty management. Benchmarking: An International Journal, 12 (4), 383-400. http://doi.org/10.1108/14635770510609042
Koh, S.C.L., Gunasekara, A., Saad, S.M., & Arunachalam, S. (2005). Uncertainty in ERP-Controlled Manufacturing Systems. International Journal of Enterprise Information Systems, 1 (3), 17-34. http://doi.org/10.4018/jeis.2005070102
Koh, S.C.L., Saad, S.M., & Padmore, J. (2004). Development and implementation of a generic order release scheme for modelling MRP-controlled finite-capacitated manufacturing environments. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF COMPUTER INTEGRATED MANUFACTURING, 17 (6), 561-576.
Ching Lenny Koh, S., & Saad, S. (2004). Modelling uncertainty under a multi‐echelon ERP‐controlled manufacturing system. Journal of Manufacturing Technology Management, 15 (3), 239-253. http://doi.org/10.1108/17410380410523470
Saad, S.M., Pickett, N., & Kittiaram, K. (2004). An integrated model for order release and due‐date demand management. Journal of Manufacturing Technology Management, 15 (1), 76-89. http://doi.org/10.1108/09576060410512356
Koh, S.C.L., & Saad, S.M. (2003). A holistic approach to diagnose uncertainty in ERP-controlled manufacturing shop floor. PRODUCTION PLANNING & CONTROL, 14 (3), 273-289.
Saad, S.M., Baykasoglu, A., & Gindy, N.N.Z. (2002). An integrated framework for reconfiguration of cellular manufacturing systems using virtual cells. PRODUCTION PLANNING & CONTROL, 13 (4), 381-393.
Saad, S.M., Baykasoglu, A., & Gindy, N.N.Z. (2002). A new integrated system for loading and scheduling in cellular manufacturing. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF COMPUTER INTEGRATED MANUFACTURING, 15 (1), 37-49.
Koh, S.C.L., & Saad, S.M. (2002). Development of a business model for diagnosing uncertainty in ERP environments. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PRODUCTION RESEARCH, 40 (13), 3015-3039.
Koh, S.C.L., Saad, S.M., & Jones, M.H. (2002). Uncertainty under MRP-planned manufacture: review and categorization. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PRODUCTION RESEARCH, 40 (10), 2399-2421.
Gindy, N.N., Saad, S.M., & Yue, Y. (1999). Manufacturing responsiveness through integrated process planning and scheduling. International Journal of Production Research, 37 (11), 2399-2418. http://doi.org/10.1080/002075499190572
Gindy, N.N., & Saad, S.M. (1998). Flexibility and responsiveness of machining environments. Integrated Manufacturing Systems, 9 (4), 218-227. http://doi.org/10.1108/09576069810217801
Saad, S.M., & Byrne, M.D. (1998). Comprehensive simulation analysis of a flexible hybrid assembly system. Integrated Manufacturing Systems, 9 (3), 156-167. http://doi.org/10.1108/09576069810210394
Saad, S.M., & Gindy, N.N. (1998). Handling internal and external disturbances in responsive manufacturing environments. Production Planning & Control, 9 (8), 760-770. http://doi.org/10.1080/095372898233533
Conference papers
Komal, S., & Saad, S.M. (2024). Supply Chain Management Strategies Approach for the UK Textile Industry. Procedia Computer Science, 232, 117-127. http://doi.org/10.1016/j.procs.2024.01.012
Saad, S.M., Ubeywarna, D., & Zhang, H. (2024). Supply Network Risk Mitigation-Industry 4.0 Approach. Procedia Computer Science, 232, 3206-3215. http://doi.org/10.1016/j.procs.2024.02.136
Saad, S., & Alnuaimi, S. (2022). Innovation framework for digital era. In Shafik, M., & Case, K. (Eds.) 19th International Conference on Manufacturing Research (ICMR2022), Derby, UK, 6 September 2022 - 8 September 2022 (pp. 54-59). IOS: http://doi.org/10.3233/ATDE220565
Saad, S., & Komal, S. (2022). The role of total quality management in textile industry. In Shafik, M., & Case, K. (Eds.) Advances in Manufacturing Technology XXXV, (pp. 207-214). IOS
Saad, S., & Khamkham, M. (2022). The applications of AI in GSCM - a systematic literature review. In Shafik, M., & Case, K. (Eds.) 19th International Conference on Manufacturing Research (ICMR2022), Derby, UK, 6 September 2022 - 8 September 2022 (pp. 348-353). IOS: http://doi.org/10.3233/ATDE220615
Saad, S., Bhovar, C., Bahadori, R., & Zhang, H. (2021). Industry 4.0 Application in Lean Manufacturing- A Systematic Review. In ICMR2021: 18th International Conference on Manufacturing Research, University of Derby, UK, 7 September 2021 - 9 September 2021 (pp. 341-346). IOS press: http://doi.org/10.3233/ATDE210059
Saad, S., & Bahadori, R. (2019). Pollution routing problem with time window and split delivery. In Bruzzone, A., Janosy, J.S., Nicoletti, L., & Zacharewicz, G. (Eds.) The International Workshop on Simulation for Energy, Sustainable Development & Environment (SESDE), LISBON, PORTUGAL, 18 September 2019 - 20 September 2019 (pp. 23-29). DIME UNIVERSITÀ DI GENOVA, DIMEG UNIVERSITY OF CALABRIA: http://www.msc-les.org/conf/sesde2019/authors_instruction.html
Saad, S., & Alnuaimi, S. (2019). A Conceptual Development of the Next Generation of Innovation Management. Advances in Transdisciplinary Engineering, 9, 393-398. http://doi.org/10.3233/ATDE190069
Saad, S.M., & Khamkham, M. (2019). Evaluation of the CSFs for Successful Implementation of Integrated Quality Management Performance. Advances in Transdisciplinary Engineering, 9, 467-472. http://doi.org/10.3233/ATDE190082
Saad, S., & Bahadori, R. (2018). Sustainability evaluation of last mile food delivery: Pickup point using lockers versus home delivery. International Food Operations and Processing Simulation Workshop, FoodOPS 2018, 37-42. http://www.proceedings.com/41373.html
Saad, S., Noguera, I., Bahadori, R., & Saad, S. (2018). The impact of a consignment inventory strategy in pharmaceutical retail industry. Advances in Transdisciplinary Engineering, 8 (8), 297-302. http://doi.org/10.3233/978-1-61499-902-7-297
Saad, S.M., Hatami, S., & Bahadori, R. (2018). Exploring the role of outsourcing in food supply chain sustainability-a review. Advances in Transdisciplinary Engineering, 8, 479. http://doi.org/10.3233/978-1-61499-902-7-479
Saad, S.M., & Khamkham, M. (2018). Ahp model for evaluating the strategic drivers of quality management performance in manufacturing organisations. Advances in Transdisciplinary Engineering, 8, 447-452. http://doi.org/10.3233/978-1-61499-902-7-447
Saad, S.M., Elsaghier, E.H., & Ezaga, D. (2018). Planning and optimising petroleum supply chain. Procedia Manufacturing, 17, 803-810. http://doi.org/10.1016/j.promfg.2018.10.131
Saad, S.M., Bahadori, R., & Ravisankar, J. (2017). Sustainable distribution system in food retail sector-a simulation modelling approach. International Food Operations and Processing Simulation Workshop, FoodOPS 2017, Held at the International Multidisciplinary Modeling and Simulation Multiconference, I3M 2017, 45-50. http://www.proceedings.com/36082.html
Saad, S.M., & Bahadori, R. (2017). The impact of replenishment frequency on the logistics cost: a simulation approach. 19th International Conference on Harbor, Maritime and Multimodal Logistics Modeling and Simulation, HMS 2017, Held at the International Multidisciplinary Modeling and Simulation Multiconference, I3M 2017, 62-67. http://www.proceedings.com/36083.html
Saad, S., & Bahadori, R. (2017). The impact of replenishment frequency on the logistics cost-a simulation approach. International Conference on Harbour, Maritime and Multimodal Logistics Modelling and Simulation, 62-67. http://www.msc-les.org/proceedings/hms/2017/HMS2017.pdf
Saad, S., Elsaghier, E.H., & Ezaga, D. (2017). Design and planning petroleum supply chain. In Gao, J., El Souri, M., & Keates, S. (Eds.) Advances in Manufacturing Technology. XXXI : Proceedings of the 15th International Conference on Manufacturing Research, Incorporating the 32nd National Conference on Manufacturing Research, September 5–7, 2017, University of Greenwich, UK, (pp. 351-356). Amsterdam: IOS Press: http://doi.org/10.3233/978-1-61499-792-4-351
Saad, S.M., & Khamkham, M. (2017). Development of a six-sigma and TQM integration model for business excellence. Advances in Transdisciplinary Engineering, 333-338. http://doi.org/10.3233/978-1-61499-792-4-333
Saad, S., & Ogunsanwo, A. (2016). Conceptual understanding, design and management of supply chain in 21st century - a review. In Goh, Y.M., & Case, K. (Eds.) Advances in manufacturing technology XXX : Proceedings of the 14th International Conference on Manufacturing Research, incorporating the 31st National Conference on Manufacturing Research, September 6-8, 2016 Loughborough University, UK, (pp. 445-500). Amsterdam: IOS Press: http://doi.org/10.3233/978-1-61499-668-2-445
Saad, S., & Bahadori, R. (2016). An information fractal for supply network inventory optimisation. In Affenzeller, M., Longo, F., Merkuryev, Y., Bruzzone, A.G., & Piera, M.A. (Eds.) 18th International Conference on Harbor, Maritime and Multimodal Logistics Modeling and Simulation (HMS 2016) : held at the 13th International Multidisciplinary Modeling and Simulation Multiconference (I3M 2016) : Larnaca, Cyprus, 26-28 September 2016, (pp. 28-34). Red Hook, NY: Curran Associates, Inc. (2016): http://www.proceedings.com/32104.html
Mohamed, A., & Saad, S. (2016). Fuzzy analytical hierarchy process for the selection of maintenance policies within petroleum industry. In Goh, Y.M., & Case, K. (Eds.) Advances in Manufacturing Technology XXX : Proceedings of the 14th International Conference on Manufacturing Research, incorporating the 31st National Conference on Manufacturing Research, September 6-8, 2016 Loughborough University, UK, (pp. 529-534). Amsterdam: IOS Press: http://doi.org/10.3233/978-1-61499-668-2-529
Saad, S., & Khamkham, M. (2016). Development of Lean Six-Sigma conceptual implementation model for manufacturing organisations. In Goh, Y.M., & Case, K. (Eds.) Advances in manufacturing technology XXX : Proceedings of the 14th International Conference on Manufacturing Research, incorporating the 31st National Conference on Manufacturing Research, September 6-8, 2016 Loughborough University, UK, (pp. 497-502). Amsterdam: IOS Press: http://doi.org/10.3233/978-1-61499-668-2-497
Saad, S., & Bahadori, R. (2016). Responsiveness optimisation in the fractal supply network. In Goh, Y.M., & Case, K. (Eds.) Advances in manufacturing technology XXX : Proceedings of the 14th International Conference on Manufacturing Research, incorporating the 31st National Conference on Manufacturing Research, September 6-8, 2016 Loughborough University, UK, (pp. 457-462). Amsterdam: IOS Press: http://doi.org/10.3233/978-1-61499-668-2-457
Saad, S.M., & Alafeefi, M.N. (2016). Innovation process improvement - A best practice approach. 15th International Conference on Modeling and Applied Simulation, MAS 2016, 1-8.
Saad, S.M., & Bagheri, A. (2015). Economies of scale and scope in manufacturing systems - A benchmarking approach. 14th International Conference on Modeling and Applied Simulation, MAS 2015, 125-131.
Saad, S.M., & Gómez, C.R. (2014). System reactivity components in cellular manufacturing subjected to frequent unavailability of physical and human resources. SIMULTECH 2014 - Proceedings of the 4th International Conference on Simulation and Modeling Methodologies, Technologies and Applications.
Saad, S., Aririguzo, J., & Perera, T. (2013). Supplier selection criteria in fractal supply network. In Emmanouilidis, C., Taisch, M., & Kiritsis, D. (Eds.) International Conference on Advances in Production Management Systems, Rhodes Island, Greece, 24 September 2012 - 26 September 2012 (pp. 544-551). Berlin: Springer-Verlag: http://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-642-40361-3_69
Aririguzo, J., & Saad, S. (2011). Genetic algorithm approach to modelling fractal manufacturing layout. In Bruzzone, A., Frydman, C., Massei, M., McGinnis, M., Piera, M.A., & Zacharewicz, G. (Eds.) International Conference on modelling and applied simulation, Rome, Italy, 12 September 2011 - 14 September 2011 (pp. 126-135). Red Hook, NY: Curran Associates
Darmanata, J., Somohano, C., Saad, S., & Perera, T. (2010). A sustainability value system principle for a global supply chain. IET conference publications, 565, 329-334. http://doi.org/10.1049/cp.2010.0453
Saad, S.M., Lau, K.H., & Omer, A. (2009). Design And Analysis Of Oil Production Area – A Simulation Approach. ECMS 2009 Proceedings edited by J. Otamendi, A. Bargiela, J. L. Montes, L. M. Doncel Pedrera. http://doi.org/10.7148/2009-0052-0059
Saad, S.M., & Aririguzo, J.C. (2009). Simulating the integration of original equipment manufacturer and suppliers in fractal environment. International Workshop on Modeling and Applied Simulation, MAS 2009, Held at the International Mediterranean and Latin American Modeling Multiconference, I3M 2009, 293-300.
Saad, S.M., & Lassila, A.M. (2007). Intelligent decentralised scheduling in a biological manufacturing system environment. ICRM 2007 - 4th International Conference on Responsive Manufacturing.
Saad, S.M., & Aririguzo, J.C. (2007). Strategic integration of lean and agile paradigms in the supply chain. ICRM 2007 - 4th International Conference on Responsive Manufacturing.
Khalil, J.M.B., Saad, S.M., & Gindy, N.N. (2007). Responsive prioritisation for equipment breakdowns -an anp approach. ICRM 2007 - 4th International Conference on Responsive Manufacturing.
Koh, S.C.L., & Saad, S.M. (2007). The impact of uncertainty on delivery performance in make-to-stock, make-to-order and mixed-mode supply chains. ICRM 2007 - 4th International Conference on Responsive Manufacturing.
Koh, S.C.L., & Saad, S.M. (2006). Managing uncertainty in ERP-controlled manufacturing environments in SMEs. In 17th International Conference on Production Research, Virginia Polytech Inst & State Univ, 1 August 2003 (pp. 109-127).
Lassila, A.M., Saad, S.M., Perera, T., Koch, T., & Chrobot, J. (2005). Modelling and simulation of human-centred assembly systems - A real case study. In 6th IFIP International Conference on Information Technology for Balanced Automation Systems in Manufacturing and Services, Vienna, AUSTRIA, 27 September 2004 - 29 September 2004 (pp. 405-412).
Saad, S.M., & Lassila, A.M. (2004). Layout design in fractal organizations. In 17th International Conference on Production Research, Virginia Polytech Inst & State Univ, Blacksburg, VA, 1 August 2003 (pp. 3529-3550).
Koh, S.C.L., & Saad, S.M. (2004). The use of intelligent feedback for work order release in an uncertain manufacturing system. In 13th International Conference on Flexible Automation and Intelligent Manufacturing, Univ S Florida Tampa FL, 1 June 2003 (pp. 517-527).
Koh, S.C.L., & Saad, S.M. (2004). The use of intelligent feedback for work order release in an uncertain manufacturing system. Robotics and Computer-Integrated Manufacturing, 20 (6), 517-527. http://doi.org/10.1016/j.rcim.2004.07.006
Saad, S.M., Perera, T., & Wickramarachchi, R. (2003). Simulation of distributed manufacturing enterprises: A new approach. In 36th Winter Simulation Conference, NEW ORLEANS, LA, 2003 - 2003 (pp. 1167-1173).
Saad, S.M. (2003). The reconfiguration issues in manufacturing systems. In 9th International Manufacturing Conference, HONG KONG, PEOPLES R CHINA, 16 August 2000 - 17 August 2000 (pp. 277-283).
Koh, S.C.L., & Saad, S.M. (2003). MRP-controlled manufacturing environment disturbed by uncertainty. In 12th International Conference of Flexible Automation and Intelligent Manufacturing (FAIM), DRESDEN UNIV TECHNOL DRESDEN GERMANY, 2002 (pp. 157-171).
Saad, S.M., Perera, T., & Wickramarachchi, R. (2003). A structured approach for the implementation of distributed manufacturing simulation. In 15th European Simulation Symposium Conference, Delft Univ Technol, Delft, NETHERLANDS, 26 October 2003 - 29 October 2003 (pp. 437-442).
Saad, S., Gomez, C.R., & Gindy, N. (2001). The impact of external disturbances on the performance of a cellular manufacturing system. In Affenzeller, M., Bruzzone, A.G., De Felice, F., Del Rio Vilas, D., Frydman, C., Massei, M., & Merkuryev, Y. (Eds.) 12th International Conference on Modeling and Applied Simulation (MAS 2013), (pp. 194-203). Caltek s.r.l
Khalil, J., Saad, S.M., Gindy, N., & MacKechnie, K. A Maintenance Policy Selection Tool for Industrial Machine Parts. In Emerging Solutions for Future Manufacturing Systems, (pp. 431-440). Kluwer Academic Publishers: http://doi.org/10.1007/0-387-22829-2_46
Book chapters
Saad, S., & Bahadori, R. (2015). Cycle stock optimisation in the fractal supply network. In Pawar, K.S., Rogers, H., & Ferrari, E. (Eds.) The proceedings of 20th International Symposium on Logistics (ISL) : reflections on supply chain research and practice. (pp. 124-131). Nottingham University Business School: http://www.isl21.org/wp-content/uploads/pdf/ISL_2015_Proceedings.pdf
Simon, M. (2004). Product life cycle modelling. In Saad, S., & Perera, T. (Eds.) Advances in manufacturing technology. Sheffield: Sheffield Hallam University
Simon, M. (2004). Decision-making in product life cycle information networks. In Saad, S., & Perera, T. (Eds.) Advances in manufacturing technology. Sheffield: Sheffield Hallam University
Theses / Dissertations
Bahadori, R. (2018). Development of a framework for configuring fractal supply networks and logistics capabilities. (Doctoral thesis). Supervised by Saad, S. http://doi.org/10.7190/shu-thesis-00116
Elsaghier, E.H. (2017). Planning and optimising of petroleum industry supply chain and logistics under uncertainty. (Doctoral thesis). Supervised by Saad, S. http://doi.org/10.7190/shu-thesis-00052
Khamkham, M. (2017). Development of an integrated quality management Framework for manufacturing organisations. (Doctoral thesis). Supervised by Saad, S. http://doi.org/10.7190/shu-thesis-00015
Mohamed, A.M.A. (2016). An integrated framework for maintenance optimisation with petroleum industry. (Doctoral thesis). Supervised by Saad, S.
Al Afifi, M.N.A. (2015). Leadership best practice for sustaining business excellence in innovative organisations. (Doctoral thesis). Supervised by Saad, S.
Zaghinin, M.S. (2012). Development of an environmental impact model for the steel industry in Libya. (Doctoral thesis). Supervised by Perera, T., & Saad, S.
Almeraikhi, A.M. (2010). An integrated framework for multi-project planning and control. (Doctoral thesis). Supervised by Saad, S.
Matoss, E.A. (2010). Maintenance scheduling and inventory control policy in aviation industry : An integrated framework. (Doctoral thesis). Supervised by Saad, S.
Omer, A.I.E. (2009). An integrated framework for optimisation of oil field production area. (Doctoral thesis). Supervised by Saad, S.
Khalil, E. (2008). Intelligent planning and control of multi-assembly systems. (Doctoral thesis). Supervised by Saad, S., & Basarab-Horwath, I.
Abdelmotleb, F.A. (2008). Development of Total Quality Management framework for Libyan health care organisations. (Doctoral thesis). Supervised by Saad, S.
Lassila, A.-.M. (2007). Reference architecture for configuration, planning and control of 21st century manufacturing systems. (Doctoral thesis). Supervised by Saad, S.
Wickramarachchi, A.P.R. (2004). Modelling large scale enterprises : A distributed simulation approach. (Doctoral thesis). Supervised by Saad, S.