Ajit Sharma

Ajit Sharma is an Assistant Professor at the Mike Ilitch School of Business, Wayne State University, specializing in Technology, Information Systems, and Analytics. His research explores the transformative use of Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, and Open Innovation to generate value for organizations and society.

• Ph.D., Technology and Operations, Ross School of Business, University of Michigan
• M.B.A., Technology & Strategy, Ross School of Business, University of Michigan
• M.S. Industrial Management, National Institute of Industrial Engineering, India
• Bachelor of Technology, Manufacturing Engineering, National Institute of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, India

His research focuses on Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI, Robotics, and Business Analytics, with applications in Industry 4.0, Sustainability, and Open Innovation. Recent work addresses AI in supply chain resilience, EV battery safety, and pandemic logistics.

Scientific awards include the 2022 Distinguished Alumni Award from IIM Mumbai and the 2016 Dean's Teaching Excellence Award from Carnegie Mellon. He teaches courses in Business Analytics and Emerging Technologies.