Associate Professor, South China University of Technology, China
Yanchun Wan is an Associate Professor at the Department of Electronic Business, South China University of Technology. With over 20 years of teaching experience, she has established herself as a leading expert in logistics management, supply chain optimization, and digital operations. Dr. Wan holds a Ph.D. in Business Administration from South China University of Technology and has contributed extensively to the academic and research communities. Her academic excellence is reflected in her numerous publications, research collaborations with prominent organizations like China Southern Power Grid, and her impact on the development of logistics and supply chain systems. Dr. Wan has also received several prestigious teaching awards, showcasing her dedication to shaping the next generation of supply chain professionals.
Profile
Education
Dr. Yanchun Wan holds a Ph.D. in Business Administration from South China University of Technology (2012), specializing in logistics and supply chain optimization. Prior to her doctoral studies, she earned a Master’s degree in Hydraulic Engineering from Tianjin University (2001) and a Bachelor’s degree in Hydraulic Engineering from Nanchang University (1998). Her academic journey spans multiple disciplines, which has uniquely positioned her to develop expertise in both logistics management and digital operations. Throughout her educational career, she has been deeply involved in the integration of big data analytics and intelligent systems within the supply chain field. Her educational background has provided her with a strong foundation for conducting influential research and teaching future generations of students in the field of electronic business and logistics.
Experience
Dr. Yanchun Wan brings over two decades of experience to her role as an Associate Professor and Master’s Supervisor in the Department of Electronic Business at South China University of Technology. Since 2001, she has played a pivotal role in shaping the academic landscape in logistics management, supply chain optimization, and digital operations. Throughout her career, Dr. Wan has contributed to more than 30 research projects, including those funded by the National Social Science Foundation and Guangdong Natural Science Foundation. In addition to her extensive research work, she has developed and taught the national-level first-class undergraduate course Design and Management of the Distribution Center. Her vast industry experience, combined with her academic expertise, enables her to bridge the gap between research and real-world applications in supply chain management. Dr. Wan’s influence extends through her consultancy work with leading companies such as China Southern Power Grid.
Research Focus
Dr. Yanchun Wan’s research focuses primarily on the integration of big data analytics and intelligent systems within logistics and supply chain management. Her key areas of expertise include dangerous goods logistics, ship scheduling, smart ports, automated warehousing, and procurement decision analysis. She has led numerous groundbreaking projects that leverage big data to optimize logistics operations, particularly in sectors such as power grid management and hazardous materials logistics. Dr. Wan’s work on supply chain optimization seeks to enhance efficiency and sustainability, while her collaboration with the Energy Research Institute of China Southern Power Grid and other research organizations highlights her influence on both academic and industrial fronts. Her research contributes to shaping future supply chain practices by incorporating smart technologies and data-driven decision-making, ensuring that supply chains are not only efficient but also resilient to disruptions.
Publication top Notes
- Vulnerability Assessment and Improvement Strategies for Hazardous Materials Logistics Networks Based on Multi-Source Data Fusion 🛠️📊
- Social Impact of Hazardous Materials Logistics 🌍📚
- Division and Collaboration of Port Clusters in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area 🚢🔗
- Emergency Resource Planning for Hazardous Materials Road Transportation Accidents Under Regional Constraints 🚑🛣️
- Innovative Development Pathways for Retail Supply Chains in China’s New Consumption Era 📈🛍️