He holds a Ph.D. in supply chain management from the University of Oklahoma. He has published more than 40 research studies related to supply chain management topics including supply chain networks, security, and related technology. In addition to his academic appointment, he holds leadership positions with the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals, is on the board of directors for the Warehousing Education and Research Council, and holds editorial positions for the International Journal of Physical Distribution and Logistics Management, and the Journal of Business Logistics.