Abbott D. Weiss

Abbott D. Weiss is a Senior Lecturer in management at MIT, Tufts University, and Brandeis University, with over 35 years of experience in logistics and supply chain management. He also serves as an independent consultant and previously held executive roles at Digital Equipment Corporation, i2 Technologies, and Polaroid.

• Education:
• BS in Naval Architecture & Marine Engineering, Webb Institute
• MS in Management, MIT
• Doctor of Business Administration in Logistics, Harvard Business School

His research focuses on global supply chain strategies, high-performance organizational integration, and operational process improvements across industries including electronics, pharmaceuticals, automotive, and retailing. He has extensive experience in designing supply chain solutions involving transportation, manufacturing, and customer service systems.

Prior roles include Vice President positions at Digital Equipment Corporation, i2 Technologies, and Polaroid, as well as co-founding Logistics Systems, Inc. His expertise spans both corporate leadership and academic instruction, blending practical industry knowledge with academic rigor.