Prof. Dr. Mohammad Kanan obtained his Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering in 2015 from Wichita State University, where he also served as a faculty member for several years. He is currently an Associate Professor in Industrial Engineering and Vice Dean of Scientific Research at the University of Business and Technology, Saudi Arabia. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the university’s research initiatives, including securing funding, managing research projects, and promoting collaborations with other institutions. Prof. Dr. Kanan is a skilled educator and researcher, with expertise in analytical skills, statistical quality control, design of experiments, supply chain management, Software Quality, design for six sigma, and all systems engineering areas. He is also an accomplished public speaker, having presented his research at numerous conferences and seminars around the world.