Wafai’s research is within the areas of global value chains, technology and knowledge transfer, innovation management, lean applications and construction management. Wafai is currently examining what capabilities Canadian small-medium sized enterprises should have to better integrate into global value chains. He is also investigating the relationship between technological-related innovation and management related innovation in Canadian organizations. In addition to his academic experience, Wafai has extensive professional experience working and consulting in various organizations in industries including manufacturing and engineering.