Berit Irene Helgheim

Berit Irene Helgheim is an Associate Professor in Logistics at Molde University College's Faculty of Logistics, where she holds multiple director positions including Director of the Master of Science in Logistics, Master of Science in Sustainable Energy Logistics, Experienced-based Master in Logistics, Experienced Master in Health Care Operations Management and Digital Systems, Bachelor in Supply Chain Management and Logistics, and Director of the Center for Health Care Operations Management.

Her research focuses on Supply Chain Management and Operations Management in Health Care, with particular expertise in applying logistics principles to healthcare systems. Her work explores the intersection of digital transformation, AI applications, and operational efficiency in healthcare delivery, home care services, and sustainable logistics systems. She has made significant contributions to understanding how technology can improve patient flow, reduce healthcare workloads, and enhance documentation systems in both hospital and home care settings.

Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong trend toward applying advanced analytics and AI to healthcare operations, with increasing focus on sustainability and digital transformation across multiple sectors. Her work spans from theoretical frameworks like principal-agent theory in port digitalization to practical applications in emergency departments and home healthcare. The research demonstrates a consistent pattern of interdisciplinary collaboration, often involving computer science experts for AI implementations and healthcare professionals for domain expertise.

Professor Helgheim leads the Center for Healthcare Operations Management research group and contributes to Digitalization for Sustainability and Supply Chain Management research groups at Molde University College. Her work demonstrates strong connections between academic research and practical applications in healthcare systems, with numerous case studies conducted in Norwegian municipalities and healthcare institutions.

As director of multiple academic programs, she oversees curriculum development and student supervision across bachelor's, master's, and experienced-based master's programs in logistics and healthcare operations. Her leadership extends to major research projects including e-Hospital4Future, which focuses on digital transformation in healthcare settings.