Matthias Winkenbach - Last-mile logistics on steroids

Dr. Matthias Winkenbach, Director of the MIT Megacity Logistics Lab, will discuss how novel technologies and advanced algorithms can enable future last-mile logistics services to create superior value for consumers and businesses.
Based on his lab’s research with major players from the supply chain and logistics industry, he will reflect on the disruptive potential of recent advancements in machine learning and artificial intelligence, as well as technology innovations such as drones. He will share his perspective on how one can harness emerging technologies to create the next generation of last-mile logistics services by connecting the power of algorithms with the wealth of human experience.