Supply Chain Management

Apr 24, 2026

Rob Handfield Weighs in on European Jet Fuel Shortage

The Poole supply chain expert spoke with a reporter from The Points Guy about the oil crisis concern.

Apr 20, 2026

Rob Handfield Discusses European Jet Fuel Concerns for ABC11

Poole College's supply chain expert worries that the ongoing oil shortage could interrupt air freight from Europe.

Apr 7, 2026

Rob Handfield Explains Fuel-Related Logistics Issues for ABC11

The Poole College supply chain professor discussed the concept of a 'fuel premium.'

Mar 24, 2026

Rob Handfield Tells Daily Mail What to Have in WWIII Emergency Kit

As concerns of a global war rise, the Poole supply chain professor suggests items to keep around in case of an emergency.

Mar 23, 2026

Rob Handfield Explains Strait of Hormuz Concerns for ABC News

The Poole College supply chain professor says that a successful attack on an oil tanker could cost billions.

Mar 19, 2026

Rob Handfield Forecasts Iran-Related Price Spikes to CBS 17

Poole College's supply chain expert expects prices of gas, groceries and other goods to rise as the Strait of Hormuz remains constricted.

Mar 11, 2026

Rob Handfield Predicts Airfare Price Spikes

In light of the conflict in Iran, the Poole supply chain professor shares on The Points Guy that airline prices might surge soon.

Feb 4, 2026

Love and Logistics: How Valentine’s Day Puts Supply Chains to the Test

Poole College professor Rob Handfield discusses the supply chain challenges connected with Valentine's Day.

Nov 7, 2025

Will Tariffs Impact Your Holiday Shopping?

Poole professor Rob Handfield explains how recently imposed tariffs could affect our holiday plans.

Nov 5, 2025

Asking the Right Questions

The Bank of America University Distinguished Professorship gives Rob Handfield the time and opportunity to ask the right questions, and the biggest one has always been how to use his expertise, connections and grants to impact the student experience.