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## IntechOpen Book Series Industrial Engineering and Management

### Volume 2

### Aims and Scope of the Series

Industrial Engineering and Management (IEM) is a discipline that focuses on optimizing complex processes and systems within various industries. It involves the integration of engineering, business, economics, mathematics, and behavioral sciences to improve efficiency, productivity, quality, and overall performance in organizations. Key aspects of Industrial Engineering and Management include: Process Optimization; System Analysis and Design; Quality Control and Management; Supply Chain Management; Operations Management; Human Factors and Ergonomics; Project Management; Cost Analysis and Financial Management; Decision Analysis.

Overall, Industrial Engineering and Management aims to optimize resources, improve processes, enhance productivity, and ensure the effective and efficient utilization of all elements involved in the production or delivery of goods and services. It is crucial in today's competitive business environment for organizations to stay efficient and competitive.

Production Engineering and Operational Excellence are fields of study and practices that focus on optimizing and improving the manufacturing and production processes within an organization. It combines principles from engineering, management, and operational strategies to enhance productivity, efficiency, quality, safety, and sustainability in the production of goods and services.

Here are the key components of Production Engineering and Operational Excellence: Process Optimization; Operational Excellence; Manufacturing Systems Design; Quality Management; Supply Chain Optimization; Production Planning and Scheduling; Automation and Technology Integration; Health, Safety, and Environmental Management; Cost Management; Performance Measurement and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs); Continuous Improvement and Innovation. Production Engineering and Operational Excellence are crucial for organizations aiming to stay competitive in the global market by achieving high levels of efficiency, quality, and customer satisfaction while optimizing resources and minimizing waste. It is a multidisciplinary approach that encompasses engineering principles, management strategies, and the effective use of technology to drive operational success.

## Meet the Series Editor

Fausto Pedro Garcia Marquez is a Full Professor at UCLM, Spain, with accreditation since 2013. He also holds the position of Honorary Senior Research Fellow at Birmingham University, UK, and serves as a Lecturer at the Postgraduate European Institute. In addition to these roles, Fausto has experience as a Senior Manager at Accenture from 2013 to 2014. He earned his European Ph.D. with the highest distinction. Throughout his career, Fausto has

received numerous awards and honors. These include the Nominate Prize (2022), Gran Maestre (2022), Grand Prize (2021), Runner Prize (2020), and Advancement Prize (2018), as well as Runner (2015), Advancement (2013), and Silver (2012) by the International Society of Management Science and Engineering Management (ICM-SEM). He was also the recipient of the First International Business Ideas Competition 2017 Award. Fausto's contributions extend to academic publishing, with over 242 papers to his name. Notably, his work has been recognized in journals like "Applied Energy" (Q1, IF 9.746, Best Paper 2020) and "Renewable Energy" (Q1, IF 8.001, Best Paper 2014). His affiliations include the editorial and authorship roles in more than 50 books, with publications through respected publishers such as Elsevier, Springer, Pearson, Mc-GrawHill, IntechOpen, IGI, Marcombo, and AlfaOmega. He has authored over 100 international chapters and holds 6 patents. Fausto serves as the Editor of 5 International Journals and is a Committee Member for more than 70 International Conferences. His research portfolio encompasses being the Principal Investigator in 4 European Projects, 8 National Projects, and participating in over 150 projects involving universities and companies. His areas of expertise and research interests span Artificial Intelligence, Maintenance, Management, Renewable Energy, Transport, Advanced Analytics, and Data Science. Fausto is a recognized Expert in the European Union in AI4People (EISMD) and ESF. He also serves as the Director of www.ingeniumgroup.eu, holds the status of Senior Member at IEEE since 2021, and has been honored as an Honorary Member of the Research Council of the Indian Institute of Finance since 2021. Fausto is also the Committee Chair of The International Society for Management Science and Engineering Management (ISMSEM) since 2020.

## Meet the Volume Editor

Orhan Korhan graduated with a BS from Eastern Mediterranean University (EMU), Northern Cyprus, in 2000, an MS from the University of Louisville, USA, in 2002, and a Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering from EMU in 2010. He has been working at EMU since 2009. He became an assistant professor in 2010, an associate professor in 2014, and a full professor in 2020. He is assigned to scientific committees at several international conferences and has

published several books, book chapters, and papers. He established the Industry 4.0 Research Center in EMU. He is also a certified specialist in occupational safety and health. His current research interests include Industry 4.0, work-related musculoskeletal disorders, cognitive ergonomics, and facilities planning and design.

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