FedExALFA (FedEx Centre for Advanced Logistics and Analytics) was launched at IIT Bombay with a generous grant from FedEx Express. IIT Bombay alumnus, Mr. Raj Subramaniam, President and CEO of FedEx Corporation, inaugurated the Centre in December 2023. The Centre aims to conduct research in the domains of logistics and supply chains, training students in these domains, addressing challenges faced by these industries, and incubating novel ideas.

Vision:

FedExALFA will focus on reducing costs and enhancing operational efficiency using advanced quantitative models and solution technologies in supply chain network design and planning.

Mission: FedExALFA (FedEx Centre for Advanced Logistics and Analytics) at IIT Bombay aims to:

• Establish a dynamic research ecosystem, facilitating collaborative projects, idea generation, and knowledge dissemination.
• Cultivate a talented workforce through M.Tech. and PhD fellowships, nurturing multidisciplinary researchers to tackle industry challenges.
• Undertake pioneering research initiatives to address technological hurdles in logistics and supply chain management.
• Bridge academia-industry gaps by conducting business-focused research and promoting technology transfer.
• Foster entrepreneurship and innovation through startup incubation and funding, translating cutting-edge research into market ready solutions.

Key Research Areas:

• Innovative Pricing Models: Developing end to-end service pricing strategies for complex logistics operations involving diverse entities.
• Sustainability in International Logistics: Spearheading efforts to decarbonize supply chains and advance sustainable practices.
• Human Resource Management in Logistics: Exploring AI-driven HR solutions to enhance efficiency and productivity.
• Digital Transformation of Supply Chains: Driving digitalization initiatives to streamline supply chain processes and enhance agility.
• Network Operations Planning: Pioneering methodologies to optimize supply chain networks for improved efficiency and resilience.