Publications

1. Journal Articles — Published, Accepted, Forthcoming, and In Production

1. El-Nakib, I. (2026). “Bus stop environment, perceived safety, and commute satisfaction: Policy insights from Riyadh.” Advances in Transportation Studies: An International Journal, 70, 251–274.https://www.atsinternationaljournal.com/2026-issues/bus-stop-environment-perceived-safety-and-commute-satisfaction-policy-insights-from-riyadh/​
   
2. El-Nakib, I. (2026). “Supply chain resilience and cross-sectional capability ordering under recurring disruption: Comparative evidence from import-dependent FMCG supply chains.” International Journal of Supply Chain and Operations Resilience. DOI: 10.1504/IJSCOR.2026.10081087.
3. El-Nakib, I. (2026). “A supply chain analytics framework for selective supplier rewiring using agent-based network simulation.” Supply Chain Analytics. DOI: 10.1016/j.sca.2026.100225.
4. El-Nakib, I., and Elzarka, S. (2026). “Determinants of digital twin adoption readiness in logistics: Evidence from Egypt’s emerging logistics sector.” Journal of Transport and Supply Chain Management, 20(0), a1379. DOI: 10.4102/jtscm.v20i0.1379.
5. Soliman, K., and El-Nakib, I. (2026). “AI readiness for molecular precision medicine supply chains: Evidence from Saudi Arabia.” Frontiers in Digital Health, 8, 1910051. Published 13 August 2026. DOI: 10.3389/fdgth.2026.1910051.
6. El-Nakib, I., et al. (2026, accepted). “Geopolitical disruptions and Saudi Arabia’s emergence as a global logistics stabilization hub.” Journal of Transport and Supply Chain Management. DOI forthcoming.
7. El-Nakib, I., and Elzarka, S. (2026). “Artificial intelligence enabled Physical Internet readiness improves sustainable healthcare supply chain performance.” Discover Sustainability. DOI: 10.1007/s43621-026-03695-8.
8. El-Nakib, I. (2026). “Logistics efficiency analysis of Mediterranean container terminals: A DEA and SFA comparison of Port Said East, Tangier Med and Piraeus.” The International Maritime Transport and Logistics Journal, 15(1), 767–783. DOI: 10.21622/MARLOG.2026.15.1.119.
9. Soliman, K., and El-Nakib, I. (2026). “From survey-based LPI to Logistics Performance Indicators 2.0: Connectivity, dwell time, and sustainable economic performance in Arab and European economies.” Sustainability, 18(12), 6187. DOI: 10.3390/su18126187.
10. El-Nakib, I. (2026). “Supply chain practices and financial performance: Evidence from Tadawul-listed manufacturing firms in Saudi Arabia (2020–2025).” Operations and Supply Chain Management: An International Journal, 19(3), 441–454. DOI: 10.31387/oscm0660531.
11. El-Nakib, I. (2026). “Analytics-based modeling of organizational resistance and resilience in Saudi healthcare supply chains.” International Journal of Advanced and Applied Sciences, 13(5), 96–109. DOI: 10.21833/ijaas.2026.05.010.
12. Elzarka, S., and El-Nakib, I. (2026). “Supply chain management research in the MENA region (2000–2025): A PRISMA-guided systematic review of theories, themes, and research gaps.” Logistics, 10(5), 105. DOI: 10.3390/logistics10050105.
13. El-Nakib, I., Elzarka, S., and Gouhar, N. (2026). “Human-centered barriers to green supply chain management in fossil fuel-dependent logistics systems: An ISM-based analysis.” Frontiers in Sustainability, 7, 1806432. DOI: 10.3389/frsus.2026.1806432.
14. El-Nakib, I., Elzarka, S., and Gouhar, N. (2026, accepted). “From sustainability barriers to transition capabilities: A capability-based framework for green supply chain transformation in fossil-fuel-dependent logistics systems.” Operations and Supply Chain Management: An International Journal. DOI forthcoming.
15. El-Nakib, I. (2026). “Blockchain adoption barriers in Saudi healthcare supply chains: A TOE framework analysis with firm-size moderation and AI-empowered Physical Internet resilience.” International Journal of Logistics Systems and Management. Published online 21 August 2026. DOI: 10.1504/IJLSM.2026.10080401.
16. El-Nakib, I. (2026, in production). “Digital governance, capability orchestration, and healthcare supply chain resilience: Evidence from Saudi Arabia.” Jordan Journal of Business Administration. Publication status: Unscheduled. Submission ID: 5446. DOI forthcoming.
17. El-Nakib, I., and Elzarka, S. (2026). “An enhanced composite Green Logistics Performance Index for MENA: Methodology, drivers and hybrid forecasting to 2030.” Logistics, 10(3), 56. DOI: 10.3390/logistics10030056.
18. Elzarka, S., Gouhar, N., and El-Nakib, I. (2026). “Internal vs. external barriers to green supply chain management: An empirical study of Egypt’s petrochemical sector.” Sustainability, 18(3), 1330. DOI: 10.3390/su18031330.
19. El-Nakib, I., and Ismail, A. (2025). “Analyzing the implementation of Terminal Operating System on enhancing the efficiency of Alexandria Container Terminal.” The International Maritime Transport and Logistics Journal, 14(1), 361–374. DOI: 10.21622/MARLOG.2025.14.1.69.
20. Sabry, M., Elwany, H., El-Nakib, I., and Ragheb, M. (2021). “The effect of supply chain practices on perceived organizational performance.” International Journal of Scientific Research and Management, 9(10), 757–779. DOI: 10.18535/ijsrm/v9i10.sh01.
21. El-Amine, Y., Abd El Aziz, R., and El-Nakib, I. (2021). “Enhanced supply chain performance derived by blockchain technology: A literature review.” Australian Journal of Basic and Applied Sciences, 15(11), 12–20. DOI: 10.22587/ajbas.2021.15.11.2.
22. Donia, H., El-Nakib, I., Ragheb, M., and Bary, A. A. (2018). “Measuring seaport container terminals throughput: A case study of Alexandria and Aqaba container terminals.” Open Journal of Business and Management, 5(10), 3491–3497.
23. El-Nakib, I. (2016). “The role of AEO program in supply chain security: A case of logistics service providers in Egypt.” Alexandria Faculty of Commerce Journal for Scientific Researches, 53(1), 421–450.
24. Youssef, A., and El-Nakib, I. (2016). “An empirical study on supply chain practices and their effect on financial performance: A case from Egypt.” International Journal of Business Performance and Supply Chain Modelling, 8(4), 299–319. DOI: 10.1504/IJBPSCM.2016.081289.
25. Youssef, A. E., and El-Nakib, I. (2015). “Investigating the impact of supply chain practices on the financial performance of active firms in the Egyptian stock market.” International Journal of Supply Chain Management, 4(4), 28–42.
26. El-Nakib, I. (2015). “The business value of supply chain security: Empirical study on the Egyptian drinking milk sector.” International Journal of Value Chain Management, 7(3), 216–240. DOI: 10.1504/IJVCM.2015.079206.
27. El-Nakib, I., and Elzarka, S. (2015). “The selection criteria of global distributors in the fire protection industry.” International Journal of Logistics Systems and Management, 21(4), 534–550. DOI: 10.1504/IJLSM.2015.070211.
28. El-Nakib, I. (2011). “Examining the flows of information in supply chains: A study on pharmaceutical companies in the Egyptian market.” International Journal of Logistics and Transport, 5(2), 63–84.
29. El-Nakib, I. (2011). “Examining the status of Egypt’s river transport system.” Alexandria Faculty of Commerce Journal for Scientific Researches, 48(2), 112–123.
30. El-Nakib, I., and Roberts, C. (2008). “Establishing RDCs in COMESA: Egyptian exporters’ perspectives.” PROMET—Traffic & Transportation, 20(2), 95–103.
31. El-Nakib, I. (2004). “The impact of logistics trends on the maritime industry: The COMESA case.” Maritime Transport Technology Journal, 85(3), 27–39.

2. Conference Papers and Presentations

1. El-Nakib, I. (2026). “Gateway concentration and multimodal resilience in Hajj logistics: Evidence from Hajj 1447H/2026 and a control-tower framework” [Abstract accepted for full-paper review]. 6th Hajj Conference and Exhibition, Saudi Arabia.
2. El-Nakib, I. (2026, December 9–10). “AI-enabled sustainable last-mile logistics in smart Saudi cities: Application to Jeddah and Riyadh” [Conference paper]. CCTS 2026: 3rd International Conference on Creativity, Technology, and Sustainability, Dar Al-Hekma University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Forthcoming in Proceedings in Technology Transfer.
3. El-Nakib, I. (2026, April 16). “Digital traceability and pharmaceutical serialization for the twin transition in Egyptian pharmaceutical supply chains: Evidence from GS1-based transformation” [Conference paper]. RII Forum 2026: Beyond Disruption—Redefining Innovation and Competitiveness in the Context of the Twin Transition, Athens, Greece. DOI forthcoming.
4. El-Nakib, I., and Elzarka, S. (2026, April 16). “Determinants and performance consequences of digital twin adoption in logistics: TOE-based evidence” [Conference paper]. RII Forum 2026, Athens, Greece. DOI forthcoming.
5. Elzarka, S., and El-Nakib, I. (2026, April 16). “Resilience dominance and sustainability sequencing in import-dependent FMCG supply chains: An extended LARG framework” [Conference paper]. RII Forum 2026, Athens, Greece. DOI forthcoming.
6. El-Nakib, I. (2026, February 8–10). “Logistics efficiency analysis of Mediterranean container terminals: A DEA and SFA comparison of Port Said East, Tangier Med, and Piraeus” [Conference paper]. MARLOG 15: Smart and Resilient Logistics Corridors—Future Gateway to Green Trade, Alexandria, Egypt. DOI: 10.21622/MARLOG.2026.15.1.119.
7. El-Nakib, I. (2025, November 26–27). “Entrepreneurial leadership alignment and supply chain performance in Saudi SMEs: The mediating role of strategic and operational information sharing” [Conference paper]. 11th International Conference on Business & Finance, Effat University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Available at SSRN 6906643.
8. El-Nakib, I. (2025, November 26–27). “Integrated leadership approach for enhanced supply chain performance: An empirical study of Saudi SMEs” [Conference paper]. 11th International Conference on Business and Finance, Effat University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
9. Tarek, N., El-Nakib, I., and Abdelaziz, R. (2024, February 12–14). “E-waste management in Egypt: Analyzing the impact of households’ e-waste awareness and e-waste disposal behavior on customer participation” [Conference paper]. 14th Annual International Conference on Industrial Engineering and Operations Management, Dubai, UAE.
10. Al-Gayar, M., El-Nakib, I., El Mokadem, M., and El-Bary, A. A. (2020). “The development of a supply chain financial performance framework: A case study of detergent companies in Egypt” [Conference paper]. MARLOG 9, Alexandria, Egypt.
11. El-Nakib, I. (2020). “Digitizing supply chains: The gateway for the post-COVID-19 era” [Conference paper]. Mediterranean Transport and Logistics in a Post-COVID Era.
12. El-Nakib, I. (2019, March 17–19). “Prospective investments in logistics and supply chain technology” [Conference paper]. 8th International Maritime Transport and Logistics Conference—MARLOG 8, Alexandria, Egypt.
13. Haroun, and El-Nakib, I. (2017, March 6–7). “Achieving sustainability of supply chains in solid waste management: An empirical study on Alexandria’s solid waste supply chain” [Conference paper]. 6th International Conference on Global Research Challenges in Social Sciences, Humanities, Management and Business Studies, Cairo, Egypt.
14. El-Nakib, I. (2016, July 3–6). “Supply chain maturity assessment for an Egyptian fast-food chain” [Conference paper]. 21st International Symposium on Logistics, Kaohsiung, Taiwan.
15. El-Nakib, I. (2016, July 3–6). “Investigating Egyptian supply chain leadership: An empirical study of ready-made garments” [Conference paper]. 21st International Symposium on Logistics, Kaohsiung, Taiwan.
16. El-Nakib, I. (2016, March 8–10). “The customer relationship management process: Its measurement and impact on healthcare supply chain performance in Egypt” [Conference paper]. 6th International Conference on Industrial Engineering and Operations Management, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
17. Youssef, A., and El-Nakib, I. (2015, September 10–11). “Investigating the impact of supply chain practices on the financial performance of manufacturing firms in Egypt” [Conference paper]. International Conference on Operations Excellence and Service Engineering, Orlando, Florida, USA. Full paper.
18. El-Nakib, I., and Elzarka, S. (2014, September 3–5). “Measuring supply chain efficiency in MENA countries: A green perspective” [Conference paper]. 19th Logistics Research Network Conference, University of Huddersfield, UK.
19. Elzarka, S., and El-Nakib, I. (2014, September 3–5). “Skills requirements for entry-level logisticians: An empirical study of academics’ and practitioners’ perceptions in Egypt” [Conference paper]. 19th Logistics Research Network Conference, University of Huddersfield, UK.
20. El-Nakib, I. (2014, May 19–21). “Investigating the change in firm performance using the balanced scorecard: An empirical study of logistics service providers in Egypt” [Conference paper]. 7th International Forum on Shipping, Ports and Airports, Hong Kong.
21. El-Nakib, I. (2014, May 19–21). “Supply chain security: An empirical study of drinking milk producers in Egypt” [Conference paper]. International Forum on Shipping, Ports and Airports, Hong Kong.
22. El-Nakib, I., and Sobhi, A. (2012, June 7–9). “To RFID or not to RFID: Are Egyptian FMCG companies ready for it?” [Conference paper]. 7th International Congress on Logistics and SCM Systems, Seoul, South Korea.
23. El-Nakib, I. (2012, March 12–13). “Examining the flows of information in supply chains: A study of pharmaceutical companies in the Egyptian market” [Conference paper]. Global Conference in Operations and Supply Chain Management, Bandung, Indonesia.
24. El-Nakib, I. (2012, March 12–13). “Reverse logistics: A comparison of electronic waste recycling between Switzerland and Egypt” [Conference paper]. Global Conference in Operations and Supply Chain Management, Bandung, Indonesia.
25. El-Nakib, I. (2011, June 8–10). “The supply and demand of logistics services in Egypt: The case of logistics service providers and the Egyptian industrial sector” [Conference paper]. 23rd Nordic Logistics Research Network Conference, Harstad, Norway.
26. El-Nakib, I. (2010, October 6–8). “Egyptian firms’ location preferences for logistics hubs: Focus on the Southeast African region” [Conference paper]. 8th International Conference on Supply Chain Management and Information Systems, Hong Kong.
27. El-Nakib, I., Roberts, C., and Colquhoun, G. (2009, January 5–7). “Can Egypt enhance freight logistics with COMESA?” [Conference paper]. Universities’ Transport Study Group 41st Annual Conference, London, UK.
28. El-Nakib, I., and Roberts, C. (2007, March 28–29). “Establishing Egyptian regional distribution centres in COMESA: Some empirical evidence from Egyptian exporters’ perspectives” [Conference paper]. Science and Traffic Development Conference—ZIRP 07, Zagreb, Croatia.
29. El-Nakib, I., and Roberts, C. (2006, May 15–17). “Challenges to inland waterways logistics development: The case of Egypt” [Conference paper]. 3rd International Conference of Inland Water Transport, Luxor, Egypt.

3. Book Chapters and Book Chapter Proposals

1. El-Nakib, I. (2026). “Cultural intelligence and leadership alignment in supply chains: A human-centered study of adaptive practices in Saudi SMEs.” In Humanizing Business and Finance: Innovation in the Global Economy. Emerald Publishing. DOI forthcoming.
2. El-Nakib, I. (2026). “Humanizing healthcare supply chains: Blockchain barriers and AI-empowered Physical Internet.” In Humanizing Business and Finance: Innovation in the Global Economy. Emerald Publishing. DOI forthcoming.
3. El-Nakib, I., and Gad, S. (2026). “Digital twin-enabled Lean Six Sigma: A simulation-based framework for scenario-based supply chain improvement.” In Data-Driven Lean Six Sigma: Integrating Analytics, AI, and Operational Excellence. CRC Press/Taylor & Francis. DOI forthcoming.
4. El-Nakib, I. (2027). “Conscious capitalism as a driver of sustainable supply chain transformation: Digital marketing, consumer awareness, and logistics transparency.” In Digital Marketing in Sustainable Logistics and Supply Chain Management: Strategies, Innovations, and Impact. Elsevier. DOI forthcoming.
5. El-Nakib, I. (2027). “AI-enabled ESG strategies and corporate performance in small businesses: Digital governance, sustainability innovation and resilience.” In T. Olubiyi, R. Bansal, E. Idziak, D. Shelenko, and O. Chyhryn (Eds.), AI-Powered Innovation and Responsible Business. Routledge/Taylor & Francis. DOI forthcoming.
6. Meawed, N., and El-Nakib, I. (2027). “Blue economy resilience under climate change: Socio-economic vulnerabilities, governance challenges and adaptation pathways.” In Climate Change and Marine Ecosystems: Impacts, Vulnerabilities and Adaptation Pathways. Springer Nature, Climate Change Management Series. DOI forthcoming.
7. Visvizi, A., and El-Nakib, I. (2027). “AI-enabled circular waste supply chains: Digital traceability, smart logistics, and sustainable reverse-flow management.” In A. Khanal, L. M. Gaikwad, and V. G. Surange (Eds.), Artificial Intelligence Applications in Sustainable Solid Waste Management. Apple Academic Press/CRC Press/Taylor & Francis. DOI forthcoming.
8. El-Nakib, I. (2027). “AI-enabled sustainable retail supply chains: Ethical decision intelligence, green inventory management and last-mile fulfillment in emerging markets.” In T. Olubiyi, T. Chabata, and R. Masengu (Eds.), Artificial Intelligence in Retail: Ethical and Green Perspectives (Vol. 2). Palgrave Macmillan. DOI forthcoming.
9. El-Nakib, I. (2027). “Climate-adaptive supply chains: Digital intelligence, risk sensing, and adaptive operations under extreme-weather disruption.” Chapter submitted for consideration in J. A. Garza-Reyes, S. Khullar, A. Arora, and A. Chakraborty (Eds.), Climate Resilient Supply Chain: AI and Digital Intelligence for Adaptive Operations. CRC Press/Taylor & Francis.
10. El-Nakib, I. (2027). “Leveraging AI for the circular economy: Managing ESG challenges in logistics and resource recovery.” In S. Ed-Dafali, V. Prokop, C. Nuur, and S. Brinette (Eds.), AI-Driven Innovations and Circular Economy Transitions: Unearthing Environmental, Social, and Governance Paradoxes. Springer, Sustainability and Innovation Series. DOI forthcoming.
11. El-Nakib, I. (2027). “Supply Chain 5.0 for sustainable smart cities: Responsible AI, human–machine collaboration, and resilient urban logistics.” In I. Ben Abdelouahab, A. Chorak, S. Ahsain, and M. W. Shahzad (Eds.), Integrating Explainable AI, IoT, and NLP for Sustainable Smart Cities. Bentham Science Publishers. DOI forthcoming.
12. El-Nakib, I. (2027). “From Supply Chain 4.0 to Supply Chain 5.0: Responsible AI, human–machine collaboration, and sustainable resilience.” In M. R. Bhoyar, W. Jiang, and M. M. Momin (Eds.), Artificial Intelligence & Industry 5.0: Transforming Technology, Business & Society. Nova Science Publishers. DOI forthcoming.
13. El-Nakib, I. (2027). “Energy-intelligent port–hinterland supply chains: A digital twin and AI decision framework for low-carbon and resilient logistics hubs.” In H. Nozari and Z. Yordanova (Eds.), Energy-Intelligent Business Processes: A Digital Twin-Driven Optimisation and Decision Framework. Elsevier.

4. Media Contributions and Professional Articles

1. El-Nakib, I. (2026). Expert contribution to “Friend-Shoring Reshapes Global Trade as Supply Chains Shift.” Forbes Middle East. English version.
2. El-Nakib, I. (2026). Expert contribution to “Does the Iran War Reshape the Balance of Influence between Washington and Beijing?” Forbes Middle East. Arabic version.
3. El-Nakib, I. (2025). Expert contribution to “The Cost of Conflict: Trump, the Houthis, and the Global Shipping Crisis.” Forbes Middle East. English version | Arabic version.
4. El-Nakib, I. (2025). Expert contribution to “Trump’s Geopolitical Chessboard: The Battle for Global Waterways and Resources.” Forbes Middle East. English version.​