James Burns
        James Burns
                
                Assistant Professor
          
              Office:
              
                (269) 276-3342
              
            
                                          
        Location: 
          E-213 Floyd Hall, Mail Stop 5336
        Mailing address:
          Department of Industrial and Entrepreneurial Engineering and Engineering Management
Western Michigan University
1903 W Michigan Ave
Kalamazoo MI 49008-5336 USA
        Western Michigan University
1903 W Michigan Ave
Kalamazoo MI 49008-5336 USA
Research Interests:
        - Supply Chain Resilience & Disruption Management
 - Transitioning to an Industry 4.0 Future: Understanding What Matters Today For Industry and Educators
 
Bio:
        Professional Capabilities & Experience
Applied optimization, simulation modeling for operations and supply/inventory/demand planning, business analytics. 10+ Years of experience in high-volume & contract manufacturing operations (metals, tool & die, and plastics).