Ek Peng Chew

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Ek Peng Chew is a leading scholar in logistics and supply chain management, with a primary focus on warehouse operations, material handling systems, and maritime logistics. His most influential work tackles the complex robot dispatching problem in compact storage and retrieval systems (RCSRS), a grid-based technology widely adopted by online retailers. In his 2023 paper, Chew develops optimization strategies to minimize robot empty travel time and workstation idle time during dual-command transactions, directly improving throughput efficiency in automated warehouses. This research, which has garnered 4 citations, addresses a critical bottleneck in e-commerce fulfillment centers. Beyond this, Chew has made sustained contributions to port operations, container terminal scheduling, and inventory management, often integrating mathematical modeling with practical industrial constraints. His work is characterized by rigorous analytical methods that bridge theory and real-world application, making him a respected figure in operations research. Chew’s research continues to shape the design and control of next-generation logistics systems, offering valuable insights for both academics and practitioners seeking to enhance supply chain performance.