Yusuf Sait Türkan is an Associate Professor in the Department of Industrial Engineering at Istanbul University-Cerrahpasa and serves as the Program Coordinator for Industrial Engineering within the Faculty of Open and Distance Education at Istanbul University. He earned both his Ph.D. and M.Sc. in Industrial Engineering from Istanbul University, where he developed a strong foundation in advanced analytical methods. His research interests span a wide range of topics, including machine learning applications, optimization, lean manufacturing, project management, and decision-making. He has participated in several national and international projects and teaches undergraduate and graduate courses on supply chain management, logistics modeling techniques, mathematical programming, lean manufacturing, Industry 4.0, and digital transformation to engineering students.