Rabeb Ben-Abdallah

Papers

Total Citations

230

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About

Rabeb Ben-Abdallah is a leading scholar at the intersection of supply chain management and emerging technologies, with a primary focus on the adoption of autonomous robots, artificial intelligence, and digital transformation in logistics. Her most influential work, "A conceptual model for the adoption of autonomous robots in supply chain and logistics industry" (2022), has garnered over 230 citations, establishing a foundational framework for understanding how firms integrate intelligent systems into their operations. Ben-Abdallah’s research critically examines the drivers, barriers, and strategic implications of deploying autonomous machines, offering both theoretical insights and practical guidance for industry practitioners. Her contributions are particularly notable for bridging the gap between technological innovation and operational reality, addressing key issues such as workforce adaptation, ethical considerations, and organizational readiness. By synthesizing findings from the International Federation of Robotics and other industry reports, she has helped shape the discourse on how logistics networks can evolve in an era of increasing automation. Her work is essential reading for students and researchers exploring the future of supply chains, robotics adoption, and the socio-technical dynamics of Industry 4.0.