The Blind Spot in Big Decisions: Why Second-Order Consequences Deserve a Front Row Seat
In the world of strategic decision-making—whether in Supply Chain Management and Engineering or in policy—we tend to focus our energy on the immediate problem in front of us. But in my experience—…
Emerging Technologies in Supply Chain: A Wake-Up Call for Fast Followers
Today’s supply chain industry is undergoing a rapid transformation, driven by AI, robotics, and data analytics. These innovations are already delivering measurable efficiency gains, and fast…
Two ISyE PhD Students Win Awards at the 2025 Southeast Regional Clinical and Translational Science Conference
Two outstanding ISyE PhD students were honored for their research at the 2025 Southeast Regional Clinical and Translational Science Conference in Pine Mountain, Georgia.
Recognizing our Distinguished Industrial Engineering Alumnae
The H. Milton Stewart School of Industrial and Systems Engineering, in collaboration with the Center of Academic Success and Engagement (CASE), will be hosting a series of events recognizing alumni…
ShapiroFest: Legacy of Professor Alexander Shapiro
We are thrilled to announce ShapiroFest, a workshop dedicated to honoring the remarkable contributions of Professor Alexander Shapiro to the field of stochastic optimization on the…
Intentional Development Planning for Supply Chain Professionals: A Quick Step Guide
The new year provides a natural opportunity to refocus on professional growth. For busy supply chain professionals, development planning can often fall to the bottom of the priority list, especially…
Georgia Tech Students Help Food Pantry Double Its Impact
A team of Georgia Tech seniors as part of their senior design course helped Neighborhood Cooperative Ministries (NCM) double the number of families it serves each month. By implementing a Python-…
Neighborhood Meals on Wheels Serves Up the Best at Capstone Design Expo
The industrial engineering teams collaborated with various industries to optimize processes, with "Seniors Servicing Seniors" winning the ISyE distinction award for their work with Neighborhood Meals…
The Key to Competing in a Changing World: Talent Development in Supply Chain and Logistics
In the dynamic world of supply chain and logistics, talent development has emerged as a critical differentiator for organizations seeking to stay competitive. As businesses navigate the complexities…
Classroom Project turned Global Impact
An ISyE class project on applying operations research to public health led to rigorous modeling efforts and a multi-year collaboration with the CDC to support the efforts of Global Polio Eradication…
Pinar Keskinocak Named Chair of H. Milton Stewart School of Industrial and Systems Engineering
Distinguished ISyE professor will lead the nation’s No. 1 industrial engineering program.
Innovative Learning in Action: Language Institute Students Pilot Virtual Supply Chain Final Exam at Georgia Tech
Georgia Tech's Supply Chain and Logistics Institute partnered with the Language Institute to Launch a Virtual Supply Chain Final Exam
Georgia Tech ISyE Celebrates Top Wins at 2024 INFORMS Annual Meeting
Georgia Tech’s Industrial and Systems Engineering faculty and students received top awards at this year's INFORMS conference, recognizing their significant contributions to operations research and…
New Research by ISyE Professor Turgay Ayer Calls for Transparency in Medicare Advantage Operations
Industrial and Systems Engineering (ISyE) Professor Turgay Ayer, was recognized with a team of renowned researchers for their work titled “Strategic Cross Subsidization in Healthcare Capitation…
Distinguished Lecture Series with Dr. Russell D. Meller | From Academia to Industry: Observations of a Traveler
Dr. Russell D. Meller, Chief Scientist at FORTNA, will deliver the LeeAnn and Walter Muller Distinguished Lecture at ISyE, offering insights on navigating career shifts, staying adaptable, and…
Risk and Resiliency: Practical Steps for Supply Chain Professionals, Businesses, and Individuals
In today's increasingly volatile world, the frequency of disruptions—whether due to natural disasters, geopolitical events, or supply chain interruptions—has grown. Recent challenges such as…
Industrial and Systems Engineering Undergraduate Program Ranked No. 1 in the Nation for 2025
ISyE Undergraduate and Graduate programs are ranked No.1 by U.S. News & World Report national rankings.
Georgia Tech Center for Health and Humanitarian Systems Welcomes Dr. Dima Nazzal as Director of Education and Projects
Dr. Nazzal will be a key member of the CHHS leadership team, co-leading efforts to fulfill the center’s vision of “transforming decision-making and enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of…
Expanding Access to Obstetric Care in Georgia: Challenges and Strategies
Georgia Tech researchers highlight the limitations of the "maternity care desert" measure in accurately representing access to obstetric care in Georgia, urging for more sophisticated, region-…
Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Pediatric Technology Center (PTC) Announces Gian-Gabriel Garcia, Ph.D., as New Pillar 1-Co Lead
The Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Pediatric Technology Center at Georgia Tech (PTC) is excited to announce that Gian-Gabriel Garcia will serve as its Pillar 1 Co-Lead. Pillar 1 focuses on data…
Power Play: Off the GRID wins the Spring 2024 Best of ISyE Senior Design Award
From the 24 ISyE teams that were judged at the expo, three teams have placed as finalists: “Improving Coca-Cola's Concentrate Supply Chain,” “Georgia Power ‘Off the Grid,’” and “Recruiting the Next.”
Georgia Tech Partners with The Carter Center to Support Guinea Worm Disease Eradication
ISyE and Georgia Tech researchers have teamed up with The Carter Center to support dracunculiasis eradication efforts, using mathematical modeling and analytics.
Dima Nazzal Elected as Chair of Georgia Tech's Faculty Executive Board
Dima Nazzal, director of professional practice and principal academic professional in the H. Milton Stewart School of Industrial and Systems Engineering, has been elected as the new chair of the…
Ivan Allen College Brings Growing Healthcare Economics and Policy Expertise to Health Systems Conference
Several Ivan Allen College faculty members showed off the College's growing expertise in health economics and policy at a recent conference.
Claims Database Will Provide Clearer Picture of Health in Georgia
State policymakers, health care researchers, and others will have a clearer picture of the health of Georgia citizens thanks to a new database of medical, dental, and pharmacy claims for public and…
Fostering Empathy in Diverse Team Interactions: A TTL Initiative
The Transformative Teaching and Learning (TTL) Strategic Initiative calls us to: 'Promote innovation in teaching and learning practices by providing faculty support to innovate and scale…