Alex Gorod
Adj Professor
Zicklin School of Business
- Biography
- Teaching
- Research and Creative Activity
- Grants
- Honors and Awards
- Service
Education
Ph.D., Engineering Management, Stevens Institute of Technology Hoboken NJ
M.S., Telecommunications, Pace University United States
B.S., Information Systems, Pace University
Semester | Course Prefix | Course Number | Course Name |
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Spring 2024 | OPM | 3740 | Project Management |
Spring 2024 | OPM | 3000 | Service Operations Management |
Fall 2023 | OPM | 3000 | Service Operations Management |
Fall 2022 | OPM | 3000 | Service Operations Management |
Fall 2022 | OPM | 3000 | Service Operations Management |
Spring 2022 | OPM | 3000 | Service Operations Management |
Spring 2022 | OPM | 3000 | Service Operations Management |
Fall 2021 | OPM | 3000 | Service Operations Management |
Fall 2021 | OPM | 3000 | Service Operations Management |
Spring 2021 | MGT | 3121 | Service Operations Management |
Spring 2021 | MGT | 3121 | Service Operations Management |
Fall 2020 | MGT | 3121 | Service Operations Management |
Fall 2020 | MGT | 3121 | Service Operations Management |
Summer 2020 | MGT | 3121 | Service Operations Management |
Spring 2020 | MGT | 3121 | Service Operations Management |
Spring 2020 | MGT | 3121 | Service Operations Management |
Fall 2019 | MGT | 3121 | Service Operations Management |
Fall 2019 | MGT | 3121 | Service Operations Management |
Spring 2019 | MGT | 3121 | Service Operations Management |
Spring 2019 | MGT | 3121 | Service Operations Management |
Fall 2018 | MGT | 3121 | Service Operations Management |
Fall 2018 | MGT | 3121 | Service Operations Management |
Spring 2018 | MGT | 3121 | Service Operations Management |
Spring 2018 | MGT | 3121 | Service Operations Management |
Fall 2017 | MGT | 3121 | Service Operations Management |
Fall 2017 | MGT | 3121 | Service Operations Management |
Spring 2017 | MGT | 3121 | Service Operations Management |
Spring 2017 | MGT | 3121 | Service Operations Management |
Fall 2016 | MGT | 3121 | Service Operations Management |
Fall 2016 | MGT | 3121 | Service Operations Management |
Spring 2016 | MGT | 3121 | Service Operations Management |
Spring 2016 | MGT | 3121 | Service Operations Management |
Fall 2015 | MGT | 3121 | Service Operations Management |
Fall 2015 | MGT | 3121 | Service Operations Management |
Spring 2015 | MGT | 3121 | Service Operations Management |
Spring 2015 | MGT | 3121 | Service Operations Management |
Spring 2015 | MGT | 3121 | Service Operations Management |
Fall 2014 | MGT | 3121 | Service Operations Management |
Fall 2014 | MGT | 3121 | Service Operations Management |
Spring 2014 | MGT | 3121 | Service Operations Management |
Spring 2014 | MGT | 3121 | Service Operations Management |
Fall 2013 | MGT | 3121 | Service Operations Management |
Fall 2013 | MGT | 3121 | Service Operations Management |
Spring 2013 | MGT | 3121 | Service Operations Management |
Spring 2013 | MGT | 3121 | Service Operations Management |
Fall 2012 | MGT | 9730 | Project Management |
Fall 2012 | MGT | 3121 | Service Operations Management |
Fall 2012 | MGT | 3121 | Service Operations Management |
Books
Gorod, A., Hallo, L., Ireland, V., & Gunawan , I. (2019). Evolving Toolbox for Complex Project Management. New York, NY: CRC Press, Taylor & Francis .
Gorod, A., White, B., Ireland, V., Gandhi, J., & Sauser, B. (2014). Case Studies in System of Systems, Enterprises, and Complex Systems Engineering. New York, NY, USA, New York, NY: CRC Press, Taylor & Francis .
Journal Articles
(2022). Entrepreneurial orientation as a continuity mechanism for digital transformation: A case study of a large Australian government agency. Systems Engineering Journal,
(2021). The evolution of healthcare towards patient centred care and the need for systemic approaches. Systems Research and Behavioral Science (SRBS),
(2020). Integrating hierarchical and network centric management approaches in construction megaprojects using a holonic methodology. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management (ECAM),
(2020). Governance of patient centred care: A systemic approach to cancer treatment. Systems Research and Behavioral Science (SRBS),
(2020). Effectiveness of leadership decision-making in complex systems. Systems ,
Hallo, L., & Gorod, A. (2019). Toward ‘satisficing’ creativity effort within System of Systems Engineering (SoSE) management. Australian Journal of Multi-Disciplinary Engineering,
Gorod, A., & Hallo, L. (2018). A Systemic Approach to Complex Project Management: Integration of Command-and-Control and Network Governance. SYSTEMS RESEARCH AND BEHAVIORAL SCIENCE, 35(6). 811-837.
Statsenko, L., Gorod, A., & Ireland, V. (2018). A supply network governance framework: a case study of the South Australian mining industry. JOURNAL OF GLOBAL OPERATIONS AND STRATEGIC SOURCING, 11(1). 55-78.
Statsenko, L., Gorod, A., & Ireland, V. (2018). A complex adaptive systems governance framework for regional supply networks. SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT-AN INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL, 23(4). 293-312.
Bakhshi, J., Ireland, V., & Gorod, A. (2016). Clarifying the project complexity construct: Past, present and future. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PROJECT MANAGEMENT, 34(7). 1199-1213.
Ireland, V., & Gorod, A. (2016). Contribution of Complex Systems to Entrepreneurship. ENTREPRENEURSHIP RESEARCH JOURNAL, 6(1). 1-41.
Ross, W., Gorod, A., & Ulieru, M. (2015). A Socio-Physical Approach to Systemic Risk Reduction in Emergency Response and Preparedness. IEEE TRANSACTIONS ON SYSTEMS MAN CYBERNETICS-SYSTEMS, 45(8). 1125-1137.
Ireland, V., Gorod, A., White, B., Gandhi, J., & Sauser, B. (2013). A Contribution to Developing a Complex Project Management BOK. Project Perspectives: The Annual Publication of International Project Management Association , 35. 16-25.
Gandhi, S. J., Gorod, A., & Sauser, B. (2012). A Systemic Approach to Managing Risks of SoS. IEEE AEROSPACE AND ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS MAGAZINE, 27(5). 23-27.
Gandhi, J., Gorod, A., & Sauser, B. (2012). Prioritization of Outsourcing Risks: A Systemic Perspective.". Strategic Outsourcing: an International Journal, 5(1).
Epelbaum, S., Mansouri, M., Gorod, A., Sauser, B., & Fridman, A. (2011). Target Evaluation and Correlation Method (TECM) as an Assessment Approach to Global Earth Observation System of Systems (GEOSS). International Journal of Applied Geospatial Research , 2(1). 1724-1750.
Mansouri, M., Gorod, A., Wakeman, T., & Sauser, B. (2010). System of Systems Approach to Maritime Transportation Governance. TRANSPORTATION RESEARCH RECORD, (2166). 66-73.
Gandhi, J., Gorod, A., & Sauser, B. (2009). Mapping the Effects of Outsourcing on the Flexibility Dynamic of System of Systems. Global Journal of Flexible Systems Management, 10(1).
Gorod, A., DiMario, M., Sauser, B., & Boardman, J. (2009). "Satisficing" System of Systems (SoS) using Dynamic and Static Doctrines. International Journal of System of Systems Engineering , 1(3).
Mansouri, M., Gorod, A., Wakeman, T., & Sauser, B. (2009). Maritime Transportation System of Systems Management Framework: A System of Systems Engineering Approach. International Journal of Ocean Systems Management , 2(2).
Gorod, A., Sauser, B., & Boardman, J. (2008). System-of-Systems Engineering Management: A Review of Modern History and a Path Forward. IEEE SYSTEMS JOURNAL, 2(4). 484-499.
Gorod, A., Gandhi, J., Sauser, B., & Boardman, J. (2008). Flexibility of System of Systems. Global Journal of Flexible Systems Management , 9(4).
Book Chapters
(2023). Crisis and complexity management. The Engineering Management Handbook, 3rd ed ASEM.
Zarghami, A., & Gorod, A. (2019). Scheduling Toolset. Evolving Toolbox for Complex Project Management Taylor & Francis / CRC Press.
Gorod, A. (2019). Introduction to the Evolving Toolbox. Evolving Toolbox for Complex Project Management Taylor & Francis / CRC Press.
Gandhi, J., Gorod, A., Ireland, V., Sauser, B., & White, B. (2015). A Systematic Risk Management Framework for System of Systems (SoS). Challenges, Research and Perspectives, Trust in social, economical and financial relations, Yearbook of the European Research and Working Group
White , B., Ireland , V., Gandhi, J., Sauser, B., & Gorod, A. (2014). Relevant Aspect of Complex Systems from Complexity Theory. Case Studies in System of Systems, Enterprises, and Complex Systems Engineering
White , B., Sauser, B., Gorod, A., Gandhi, J., & Ireland, V. (2014). Application of Case Studies to Engineering Leadership/Management and Systems Engineering Education. System of Systems, Enterprises, and Complex Systems Engineering
Gorod, A., Gandhi, J., White, B., Ireland, V., & Sauser, B. (2014). Modern History of System of Systems, Enterprises, and Complex Systems. Case Studies in System of Systems, Enterprises, and Complex Systems Engineering
Gandhi, J., Gorod, A., & Sauser, B. (2013). Towards Understanding the Effects of Outsourcing on the Flexibility Dynamic of System of Systems. New York, NY. Springer..
Epelbaum, S., Mansouri, M., Gorod, A., Sauser, B., & Fridman, A. (2013). Target Evaluation and Correlation Method (TECM) as an Assessment Approach to Global Earth Observation System of Systems (GEOSS). Emerging Methods and Multidisciplinary Applications in Geospatial Research Hershey, PA. IGI Global.
Sauser, B., Boardman, J., & Gorod, A. (2008). SoS Management. System of Systems Engineering: Innovations for the 21st Century Hoboken, NJ. Wiley & Sons.
Conference Proceedings
Chen, P., Lim, C., Gorod, A., & Zhu, L. (2022). Towards a Taxonomy of Approaches to Modern Complex Systems.
Papavasiliou, S., & Gorod, A. (2022). Stakeholder Management in Digital Transformation: A System of Systems Approach.
Gorod, A. (2021). Typology-based governance approach to crisis management.
Gorod, A., & Hallo, L. (2020). Toward model-based engineering management (MBEM). ASEM 41st International Annual Conference Proceedings.
Hallo, L., & Gorod, A. (2020). Engineering management principles for improving quality and efficiency in patient centred care.
Lee, O., Payne, B., & Gorod, A. (2020). Towards a governance dashboard for smart cities initiatives: a system of systems approach.
Papavasiliou, S., Gorod, A., & Reaiche, C. (2020). A System of systems management framework for digital transformation in eGovernment.
Gorod, A., Hallo, L., Nguyen, T., & McDermott, T. (2020). 4.0 VUCA (Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity and Ambiguity) leadership.
Gorod, A., Hallo, L., & Payne, B. (2019). Model-Based Approach to System of Systems Engineering: Reevaluating the Role of Simulation. IEEE International Conference on System of Systems Engineering.” (IEEE SoSE).
Gorod, A., & Hallo, L. (2019). Toward "Smart" System of Systems Engineering (SoSE) Management: An Evolving Toolbox Approach. IEEE International Conference on System of Systems Engineering.” (IEEE SoSE)..
Patents and Intellectual Properties
Gorod, A. (2016). Social Exposure Management System and Method . Regular. United States.
Presentations
Hallo, L., Gorod, A., Overschee, W., & Shukla, A. Global Advances in Engineering Management. ASEM International Annual Conference. Tampa, FL
Gorod, A. Engineering management leadership in times of crisis. Engineering Management Annual Conference.
Gorod, A., & Hallo, L. Crisis Management. International Engineering and Technology Management Summit.
Gorod, A., & Hallo, L. (2019, April 30). Towards an Evolving Toolbox in Complex Systems Management. International Systems Conference. April 8-11, Orlando, FL: IEEE.
Lee, O., Tay, R., Too, T., & Gorod, A. (2019, May 31). A Smart City Transportation System of Systems Governance Framework: A Case Study of Singapore. IEEE International Conference on System of Systems Engineering.” (IEEE SoSE).. Anchorage, AK, USA
Gorod, A. (2019, August 5). An Evolving Toolbox Approach in Complex Systems Engineering and Engineering Management. IEEE Systems, Man and Cybernetics Society. Geelong, Australia: Invited Seminar.
Gorod, A., & Hallo , L. (2019, October 23). Smart Toolbox and Complex Engineering Management: A Systemic Approach. American Society for Engineering Management (ASEM) 40th International Conference. Philadelphia, PA
Gorod, A., Merchant, S., & Hallo, L. (2018, June 30). Toward Systemic Governance of Cancer Treatment as a System of Systems. IEEE International Conference on System of Systems Engineering.” (IEEE SoSE).. June 19-22, Paris, France: IEEE.
Gorod, A. (2018, November 21). Modeling and Simulation in Complex Project Management. Anylogic Modeling and Simulation Seminar.
Hallo, L., Gorod, A., & Morriss, A. (2018, June 30). Toward "Satisficing" Creativity Effort within Project Management. The 4th International Conference on Human and Social Analytics. June 24-28, Venice, Italy: HUSO.
Gorod, A., Hallo, H., & Nguen, T. (2018, January 2). Holonic Approach to Management of Construction Enterprises. Tel Aviv, Israel
Gunawan, I., Gorod, A., Hallo, L., & Nguyen, T. (2017, July 31). Developing a System of Systems Management Framework for the Fukushima Daiichi recovery. International Conference on System Science and Engineering. July 21-23, Hi Chi Minh City, Vietnam: ICSSE.
Gorod, A., Hallo, L., & Nguyen, T. (2017, April 30). Systems Engineering Decision-making: Optimization and/or Satisficing?. International Systems Conference (Syscon). April 24-27, Montreal, CA: IEEE.
Gorod, A. (2017, July 31). The Role of Command-And-Control Management and Governance in Systems Engineering. 27 Annual INCOSE International Symposium. July 15 - 20, Adelaide, Australia: INCOSE.
Statsenko, L., Gorod, A., & Ireland, V. (2016, June 30). . 11th Annual Systems of Systems Engineering Conference. June 12-16, Kongsberg, Norway: IEEE.
Ross, W., Ulieru, M., & Gorod, A. (2014, June 30). A Multi-Paradigm Modeling and Simulation Approach for System of Systems Engineering. IEEE International Conference on System of Systems Engineering.” (IEEE SoSE).. June 12-16, Adelaide, Australia: iEEE.
Gorod, A. (2013, November 28). Typology of Management Styles for Different Types of Projects. Project Management Institute (PMI) Singapore Chapter. Singapore: Ngee Ann Education Centre.
Mansouri, M., Darabi, H., & Gorod, A. (2013, June 30). Governance of Enterprise Transformation: Case Study of the FAA NextGen Project. IEEE International Conference on System of Systems Engineering. Maui, HI
Wenger, N., Antoniev, A., & Gorod, A. (2013, June 30). The International Space Station: Applying System of Systems Methodology. IEEE International Conference on System of Systems Engineering. Maui, HI
White, B. E., Gandhi, J., Gorod, A., Ireland, V., & Sauser, B. (2013, April 30). On the Importance and Value of Case Studies. IEEE International Systems Conference. Orlando, FL
Gorod, A., Darabi, H. R., Mansouri, M., & Wakeman, T. (2012, March 31). Using Hybrid Modeling to Simulate Maritime Transportation System of Systems (MTSoS). IEEE International Systems Conference. Vancouver, Canada
Gorod, A., & Gandhi, S. J. (2012, June 30). Application of Case Studies to Engineering Management and Systems Engineering Education. 119th ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition. San Antonio, TX: American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE).
Gandhi, J., & Gorod, A. (2012, June 30). The Importance of Understanding Systemic Risk in Engineering Management Education. 119th American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE) Annual Conference & Exposition. San Antonio, TX
Rapaport, B., Ireland, V., & Gorod, A. (2012, July 31). Understanding the Dynamics of System-of-Systems in Complex International Negotiations. IEEE International Conference on System of Systems Engineering. Genoa, Italy
Darabi, H. R., Gorod, A., & Mansouri, M. (2012, July 31). Governance Mechanisms in System of Systems. IEEE International Conference on System of Systems Engineering. Genoa, Italy
Darabi, H. R., Mansouri, M., & Gorod, A. (2012, July 31). A Mathematical Model for Formulating Interdependence of Autonomy and Belonging in System of Systems. IEEE International Conference on System of Systems Engineering. Genoa, Italy
Ireland, V., Omarova, A., & Gorod, A. (2012, November 30). An Alternative Approach to Identifying and Appraising Adaptive Loops in Complex Organizations. Complex Adaptive Systems Conference. Washington, DC
Gandhi, J., B., S., White, B., Gorod, A., & Ireland, V. (2012, June 30). Application of Case Studies to Engineering Management and Systems Engineering Education. 119th American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE) Annual Conference & Exposition. San Antonio, TX
Gandhi, J., Gorod, A., & Sauser, B. (2011, April 30). A Systemic Approach to Managing Risks of SoS. IEEE International Systems Conference. Montreal, Canada
Gorod, A., Gandhi, J., & Sauser, B. (2011, June 30). A Case Study: The New York City Yellow Cab System of Systems. IEEE International Conference on System of Systems Engineering. Albuquerque, NM
Gorod, A., Mansouri, M., & Sauser, B. (2010, June 30). Portfolio-based Approach to Systems Modeling. Institute for Operations Research and the Management Science: ALIO-INFORMS Joint International. Buenos Aires, Argentina
Mansouri, M., Gorod, A., & Sauser, B. (2010, April 30). A Typology-based Approach to Adopting Effective Management Styles for Enterprise Systems. IEEE International Systems Conference. San Diego, CA
Gorod, A., Mansouri, M., Wakeman, T., & Sauser, B. (2010, January 31). Governing The Maritime Transportation System: A System of Systems Approach. Transportation Research Board (TRB) 89th Annual Meeting. Washington, DC
Gorod, A., & Sauser, B. (2010, October 31). A System of Systems Engineering Management Framework. Complex Systems Design and Management Conference. Paris, France
Nowicki, D., Randall, W., & Gorod, A. (2010, October 31). A Framework for Performance Based Logistics: A System of Systems Approach. Special Session on System of Systems (SoS’10) at International Congress on Ultra Modern Telecommunication and Control Systems (ICUMT). Moscow, Russia
Gorod, A., Fridman, A., & Sauser, B. (2010, October 31). Quantitative Approach to Analysis of a System of Systems Operational Boundaries. Special Session on System of Systems (SoS’10) at International Congress on Ultra Modern Telecommunication and Control Systems (ICUMT). Moscow, Russia
Gandhi, J., Gorod, A., & Sauser, B. (2009, October 31). Systemic Risk of Outsourcing. 30th Annual American Society of Engineering Management Conference. Springfield, MO
Mansouri, M., Gorod, A., Sauser, B., & Gandhi, J. (2009, October 31). A Systemic Approach to Adopting Effective Management Styles Based on Typology of Systems. 30th Annual American Society of Engineering Management Conference. Springfield, MO
Mansouri, M., Gorod, A., Wakeman, T., & Sauser, B. (2009, June 30). Systems Approach to Governance in Maritime Transportation System of Systems. IEEE International Conference on System of Systems Engineering. Albuquerque, NM
Gorod, A., DeLaurentis, D., Mane, M., & Sauser, B. (2009, October 31). Dynamic Modeling of Programmatic and Systematic Interdependence for System of Systems Acquisition. National Defense and Industry Association Systems Engineering Conference. San Diego, CA
Gorod, A., Fridman, A., & Sauser, B. (2009, April 30). Quantitative Analysis of Flexibility of System of Systems (SoS). 3rd Russian Conference on Theory and Practice of System Dynamics. Apatity, Russia
Gandhi, J., Gorod, A., & Sauser, B. (2008, August 31). Effects of Outsourcing on Flexibility of System of Systems. 8th Global Conference on Flexible Systems Management. Hoboken, NJ
Gorod, A., Sauser, B., & Boardman, J. (2008, June 30). Paradox: Holarchical View of System of Systems Engineering Management. IEEE International Conference on System of Systems Engineering. Monterey, California.
Gorod, A., & Sauser, B. (2007, March 31). An Application of Prim’s Algorithm in Defining a SoS Operational Boundary. 5th Conference on Systems Engineering Research. Hoboken, NJ
Gorod, A., Gove, R., Sauser, B., & Boardman, J. (2007, April 30). System of Systems Management: A Network Management Approach. IEEE International Conference on System of Systems Engineering. San Antonio, TX
Gorod, A., & Sauser, B. (2007, September 30). System of Systems Assessment and Management. Technology Maturity Conference (TMC). Virginia Beach, VA
Gorod, A., & Sauser, B. (2007, June 30). System of Systems Management: A Network Management Approach. 17th International Symposium of the International Council on Systems Engineering INCOSE. San Diego, CA
Gorod, A., & Sauser, B. (2006, April 30). Modifications of Dijkstra’s Algorithm in Systems Engineering. 4th Conference on Systems Engineering Research. Los Angeles, CA
Honor / Award | Organization Sponsor | Date Received | Description |
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ASEM Meritorious Service Award | American Society for Engineering Management | 2022-10-06 | |
The Fabrycky-Blanchard Award for Excellence in Systems Engineering Research | 2009 | ||
Robert Crooks Stanley Graduate Fellowship | 2008 | ||
Epsilon Mu Eta (The Engineering Management Honor Society) | 2007 |
Professional
Organization | Position Role | Organization State | Organization Country | Start Date | End Date | Audience |
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IEEE Systems Journal | Editor, Associate Editor | 1/1/2019 | Present | |||
IEEE Systems Journal | Reviewer, Journal Article | 1/1/2008 | Present | International | ||
Systems Engineering (SE) Journal | Reviewer, Journal Article | 1/1/2008 | Present | International | ||
Engineering Management Jounral (EMJ) | Reviewer, Journal Article | 1/1/2010 | Present | International | ||
American Society for Engineering Management | Board of Directors of a Company | 7/27/2024 | Present | International | ||
The Adelaide Business School Advisory Board | Member | Australia | 7/27/2024 | Present | International | |
American Society for Engineering Management | Regional Director | 7/27/2024 | Present | International | ||
Systems Research and Behavioral Science Journal | Guest Editor, Special Issue on "Systemic Approaches to Patient-Centred Care." | 1/1/2018 | 12/31/2019 | |||
Entrepreneurship Research Journal | Guest Editor, Special Issue on "The Contribution of Complex Systems Research to Entrepreneurship and Innovation." | 1/1/2015 | 12/31/2016 | |||
Session on System of Systems Case Studies at IEEE International Conference on System of Systems Engineering (IEEE SoSE 2013) | Chair and Co-Organizer | 1/1/2013 | 12/31/2013 | |||
8th International Conference on System of Systems Engineering (IEEE SoSE) | Committee Member | 1/1/2013 | 12/31/2013 | |||
Session on Systems Engineering Case Studies at IEEE International Systems Conference (IEEE SysCon 2013) | Co-Chair and Co-Organizer | 1/1/2013 | 12/31/2013 | |||
Global Conference on Flexible Systems Management (IIMKGLOGIFT | International Advisory Board Member | 1/1/2011 | 12/31/2011 | |||
Special Session on System of Systems Case Studies at IEEE International Conference on System of Systems Engineering (IEEE SoSE 2011) | Co-Chair and Co-Organizer | 1/1/2011 | 12/31/2011 | |||
8th Annual Conference on Systems Engineering Research (CSER) | Session Chair | 1/1/2010 | 12/31/2010 | |||
Special Session on System of Systems (SoS’10) at International Congress on Ultra Modern Telecommunications and Control Systems (ICUMT-2010) | Co-Chair and Co-Organizer | 1/1/2010 | 12/31/2010 | |||
Student Chapter at Stevens Institute of Technology for the International council on Systems Engineering (INCOSE) | President | 1/1/2008 | 12/31/2009 | |||
3rd International Conference on System of Systems Engineering (IEEE SoSE) | Session Co-Organizer | 1/1/2008 | 12/31/2008 | |||
Conference of Global Institute of Flexible Systems Management (GLOGIFT) | Committee Member | 1/1/2008 | 12/31/2008 |