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PARC Institute of Manufacturing, Logistics and Inventory

We are a joint University-Industry initiative that undertakes world-class research with impact in the fields of logistics and manufacturing operations management. We bridge the gap between theory and practice in these areas for the benefit of a sustainable economy, environment and society.

We work together with Industry to tackle important contemporary problems in logistics and manufacturing operations management, creating business insights and commercially viable solutions.

We specialise in supply chain forecasting, inventory control, transportation science, supply chain modelling, logistics business modelling and freight economics.

Latest news

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Cardiff Business School logistics expert awarded Companionship of Operational Research

21 September 2026

Professor Aris Syntetos is recognised for his pioneering work in supply chain forecasting and inventory management.

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Cardiff Business School experts deliver training to young professionals with innovative logistics programme

16 September 2026

Experts of the PARC Institute of Manufacturing, Logistics and Inventory provided training to young professionals as part of the DSV Accelerate Programme.

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Cardiff University research shows retailers can dramatically improve stock accuracy and sales by ‘counting smarter’

1 September 2026

Researchers at Cardiff University have helped develop a new approach to inventory management.

Find out about the latest developments from our blog.

We are an interdisciplinary mix of experts from Cardiff University and industry.