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Dr Adnan, Adnan

Contact details

Position: Part-Time Lecturer

Location: Room EB.G.29A, Docklands

Email: a2adnan@uel.ac.uk

Contact address:

School of Architecture Computing & Engineering
University of East London
University Way
Beckton
London E16 2RD

 

Brief biography

  • PhD, Kingston University 2008 – 2011
  • Research and thesis on ‘Development of Outsourcing Decision Models for Small and Medium sized Manufacturing Companies’
  •  Post Graduate Certificate (Research), University of East London 2005 – 2007
  •  Post Graduate Certificate (Research) from University of East London 2005 – 2006, transferred to Kingston University in 2008 to complete PhD research studies.
  •  BEng (Hons) Manufacturing Systems Engineering, University of East London 2005
  • Final Year Project: Feasibility report on converting a manual paper converting machine into an automated machine.
  •  BSc (Hons) in Mechanical Engineering, University of Engineering & Technology Peshawar, Pakistan 1984 – 1989
  • Final year project title ‘Design and manufacture of a proto-type real size cold drink serving machine’ 

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Activities and responsibilities

Module Leader:

  • Mathematics I EE1005  
  • Mathematics II EE2001
  • Computer Based Control EEM125           

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Areas of Interest/Summary of Expertise

  •  Outsourcing of Manufacturing
  •  Mathematical Modeling
  • Theory of Constraints
  •  Decision Theory
  •  Game Theory
  •  Lean

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Teaching: Programmes

BEng (Hons) Electrical & Electronic Engineering

MSc Computer Systems Engineering (Control Systems)

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Teaching: Modules

Mathematics I  EE1005

Mathematics II EE2001

Computer Based Control EEM125

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Current research and publications

Under Review Journal

Adnan, A., Cazan, A., Safa, M., Lung, A.W.M., Muppala, S.(201X), 'Improvement of outsourcing of manufacturing employing theory of constraints',...

 Adnan, A., Cazan, A., Safa, M., Lung, A.W.M., Muppala, S.(201X),' Improvement of outsourcing employing lean philosophy'...

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Research archive

Adnan, A., Cazan, A., Safa, M., Lung, A.W.M., Williams, G. (2009), ‘Evaluation of Potential Manufacturing Suppliers Using Analytical Hierarchy Process and Cluster Analysis Benchmarking’, Computer Science Journals (CSC Journals): International Journal of Security, Vol.3.Issue.3.pp.35-47.

Adnan, G. Williams, S. Arunachalam, & A. Cazan, J. Arreymbi Communication Systems for Successful Outsourcing – Game  Theory Perspective. Open Source publication on Communication Networks and Electronic Security – Journal for ICT security synergy. Volume 2 Issue 2. Copyright 2007 AICE Foundation ISSN:1746-8558.

 Peer Reviewed Conference Articles

 Adnan, A., Cazan, A., Safa, M., Lung, A.W.M. (2009), ‘Guidelines for Benchmarking and Manufacturing Level Agreement for outsourcing’, Advances in Computing and Technology 4th Annual Conference, London.UK.pp.206-214.

 Arreymbi, J., Agbor, A., Adnan, A. (2008b), ‘Critical Analysis of Why ICT Uptake is Slow in Emerging Economies – The Case of Cameroon’, Advances in Computing and Technology 3rd Annual Conference, London.UK.pp.165-178.

 Adnan, A., Arunachalam, S., Cazan, A., Arreymbi, J., Webb, P.A. (2008a), ‘Developing an outsourcing Questionnaire: Validation Study’, Advances in Computing and Technology 3rd Annual Conference, London.UK.pp.108-118.

 Adnan, A., Arunachalam, S., Cazan, A. (2007f), ‘Taxonomy And Frameworks for Improving Outsourcing Operations’, The International conference on Information Society, October 7-11, 2007, Merrillville, Indiana, USA.pp.212.

 Adnan, A., Arunachalam, S., Cazan, A. (2007e), ‘Improving Outsourcing Operations by Integrating Outsourcing Determinant Index & Outsourcing Cycle Effectiveness’, The International conference on Information Society, October 7-11, 2007, Merrillville, Indiana, USA.pp.207-211.

 A. Adnan, G. Williams, S. Arunachalam, A. Cazan & J. Arreymbi (2007d), ‘Analysing Communication System For Successful Outsourcing - Game Theory Perspective’, 3rd International Conference on Advances in Information and Communication Engineering, Novotel.London.UK.pp.4-10.

 Adnan, A., Arunachalam, S., Cazan, A. (2007c), ‘Improving Outsourcing of Manufacturing Operations By Integrating With Theory of Constraints’, 5th International Conference on Manufacturing Research, De Montfort University.Leicester.UK.pp.191-195.

 Adnan, A., Arunachalam, S., Cazan, A. (2007b), ‘The Importance of Secured Internet in World Class Outsourcing’, International Conference for Internet Technology and Secured Transactions, University of East London. London.UK.pp.123-124.

 Adnan, A., Arunachalam, S. (2007a), ‘Improving outsourcing framework by integrating with lean’, Advances in Computing and Technology 2nd Annual Conference, London.UK.pp.137-144.

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