Global supply chain and logistics

Value Chain Hackers:
From Insight to Impact

We are a community of communities bringing together industry partners, enthusiasts, and researchers, collaborating to solve real-world supply chain challenges through impactful innovative research.

0
Active Teams
0+
Research Projects
0+
Students Helped
0
Industry Partners

Our Partners

Collaborating with industry leaders and academic institutions

SCF Lectorate SCF Community ZWINC Windesheim University Scania Puma Danone Evofenedx

Research & Projects

See what we've been working on with students and partners

Battery recycling and lithium-ion technology
Ongoing Student Project

Li-Monti Maps

Digital mapping platform connecting stakeholders in the lithium-ion battery recycling ecosystem - the 'Google Maps' of battery recycling.

Textile recycling and sustainable fashion
Ongoing Student Project

RE-USED

Students built a website to help people find places to recycle old clothes and learn why reusing stuff matters. Simple idea, real impact on reducing textile waste in local communities.

Chocolate and cacao supply chain
Ongoing Student Project

Beyond the Bar

Ever wonder where your chocolate really comes from? We tracked cacao from the farm all the way to the store shelf. Turns out there's a lot happening behind that wrapper, and not all of it is sweet.

Cacao farming and sustainable agriculture
Completed Research Output

Cacao Guide

Research into sustainable cacao supply chains and farmer support systems.

Research Tools & Resources

Tools we built to make supply chain research easier. All open-source and free to use.

← Scroll to explore all tools →

Events & Workshops

Join our community events and collaborative sessions

FEATURED 📅 October 30, 2025 • 14:00-17:00

VCH Final Event (Online)

Join us for our final event where student teams present their research findings and project outcomes. Network with partners and celebrate achievements in supply chain innovation.

📍 Online Event 👥 Open to external participants 🎯 Students & Partners

Upcoming Events

Workshop 📅 To be announced

AI Workshop Series

Learn how to apply AI and machine learning to supply chain challenges. Hands-on workshops led by Christiaan covering practical applications and tools.

🕐 Multiple sessions
📍 Windesheim Campus / Online
👥 Open to students
FREE
Express Interest
Meetup 📅 Quarterly

Business Partnership Meetup

Connect with businesses seeking research collaborations. Network with professionals and discover partnership opportunities.

🕐 Variable times
📍 Online / Hybrid
👥 Open to all
FREE
Get Notified

Join Our Community

Connect with fellow researchers, share ideas, and collaborate on projects that matter.

Contact & Community

Get in touch and join our collaborative community

We typically respond within 24-48 hours