Richard Plotka

Richard Plotka serves as a Teaching Professor in the Information Technology and Web Science program at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, teaching core courses including Introduction to ITWS, ITWS Capstone, Web Systems Development, and Web Science Systems Development. He previously contributed to institutional governance through 13 years of service on the IT Advisory Board (1999-2012).

His research prioritizes emerging technology applications, with significant focus on Blockchain implementations for Legal, Marketing, Music, and Real Estate sectors, alongside executive management frameworks and systems architecture innovations. Leveraging 20 years of industry experience, Professor Plotka concurrently serves as Chief Executive Officer of Appatura, a SaaS provider specializing in Component Content Management and Automated Publishing solutions.

Professional engagement includes active exploration of operational research management methodologies and project management best practices within technology-driven business environments, bridging academic instruction with real-world SaaS industry leadership.