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Knut Alicke

Knut Alicke

Supply chain expert, author, and senior leader at McKinsey & Company

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Joined July 2025
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Knut Alicke is a recognized authority in supply chain management, holding key leadership positions at McKinsey & Company where he advises global clients on topics such as digital supply chains, advanced analytics, and supply chain transformations. He also leads McKinsey’s Supply Chain Executive Academy in Stuttgart. mckinsey+3
He is a prolific author and thought leader in the field, having co-authored the book "From Source to Sold: Stories of Leadership in Supply Chain" and another highly regarded book on logistics networks (in German). His extensive publication record includes numerous articles on topics like Supply Chain 4.0, risk, resilience, and the impact of Generative AI on supply chains, as evidenced by his Google Scholar and ResearchGate profiles. sourcetosold+4
Knut Alicke also maintains a strong academic presence as a Professor at the University of Cologne, where he teaches supply chain management, and previously held a professorship at the University of Karlsruhe. His academic background includes a Dr.Ing. habil. in Mechanical Engineering, Logistics, and Supply Chain Management from Karlsruhe Institute of Technology. mckinsey+2

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Beyond automation: How gen AI is reshaping supply chains

April 1, 2025

An article exploring how generative AI is transforming supply chains by boosting efficiency, decision-making, and overall performance, and examining strategies for unlocking its full potential.

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From Source to Sold: Stories of Leadership in Supply Chain

October 1, 2022

Co-authored book offering insights into supply chain leadership, must-have abilities, practical business cases, and valuable leadership insights from top supply chain leaders globally. The book aims to provide answers to what makes a great supply chain leader and how to reach C-suite and board levels from supply chain.

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Risk, Resilience and Rebalancing in Global Value Chains

January 1, 2020

A research paper/report highlighting the increasing frequency and severity of supply-chain shocks and quantifying their financial impact. It suggests strategies for companies to build resilience and mitigate risks.

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Supply Chain 4.0 in consumer goods

January 1, 2017

An article discussing the application and impact of Supply Chain 4.0 within the consumer goods industry.

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Supply Chain 4.0–the next-generation digital supply chain

January 1, 2016

An article exploring the concept and future of Supply Chain 4.0 as the next evolution of digital supply chains.

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Planning and operation of logistics networks: cross-company supply chain management (in German)

A highly regarded book on supply chain management focusing on the planning and operation of logistics networks, with a strong emphasis on cross-company supply chain management.

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