Dr. Banu Y. Ekren is a distinguished academic and Senior Lecturer specializing in Logistics and Supply Chain Management. Her prolific output includes not only articles in prestigious peer-reviewed journals but also book chapters and conference proceedings that reflect her broad expertise in simulation modelling, warehousing, and optimization techniques. Dr. Ekren’s work has not only been recognized by academic peers but has also seen wide application in practice, helping to advance the design and efficiency of supply chains and warehousing systems worldwide.