Matthias Winkenbach

Dr. Matthias Winkenbach is a Principal Research Scientist at MIT's Center for Transportation & Logistics, where he leads groundbreaking research in urban logistics and supply chain innovation. After earning his Ph.D. in Logistics and Masters in Business from WHU – Otto Beisheim School of Management, with additional studies at NYU Stern and HEC Montréal, he has established himself as a leading expert in intelligent logistics systems. As founder and director of the MIT CAVE Lab, he develops human-centric interfaces that make advanced supply chain analytics more accessible through interactive visualization and natural language controls. His research focuses on multi-tier distribution network design, urban freight policy, and data analytics in urban logistics contexts. His industry impact includes collaborations with major companies like Volkswagen, Deutsche Telekom, and McKinsey & Company. His excellence has been recognized through numerous awards, including the Science Award for Supply Chain Management from the German Logistics Association (2014), finalist status for the Daniel H. Wagner Prize (2015), and the Transportation Science Meritorious Service Award (2022). Currently serving as an Associate Editor for Transportation Science, he regularly publishes in both academic journals and practitioner-oriented outlets like the Wall Street Journal and Sloan Management Review.