Research findings must demonstrate international relevance and global impact to both theory and practice. Research papers and case studies submitted to SCMij will only be considered if they contribute to extending supply chain knowledge beyond a dyadic perspective. The challenges posed by globalisation and rapidly changing technology trends directly affects supply chain design and management. Contemporary supply chain practices have to be responsive, proactive, integrated and information driven when managing the components of the supply chain. Taking the foregoing in account the following areas of supply chain research will be considered, but not limited to:- -Data Analytics- Demand forecasting- E-supply chains- Innovation - Integration and collaboration- Lean and Agile - Logistics Management- Performance drivers and measurement- Procurement- Reverse and closed loop supply chains- Risk Management- Services- Supply chain efficiency and effectiveness- Supply chain network design- Sustainability- Value chain strategies