Shailesh Tripathi

Shailesh Tripathi is a Researcher at the University of Applied Sciences Steyr within the Department of Production and Operations Management, actively contributing to the Steyr Center of Excellence for Smart Production and Josef Ressel Centre for Data-Driven Business Model Innovation.

His research focuses on business model innovation through data-driven methodologies, production planning optimization, AI-integrated manufacturing systems, and supply chain analytics. Key methodologies include advanced machine learning applications, visualization tools for decision-making, and business model experimentation frameworks.

Dr. Tripathi's recent work demonstrates strong interdisciplinary convergence between computer science and operations management, with publications emphasizing practical implementations in industrial settings. Research trends show increasing focus on sustainable production systems and customer-centric digital transformation.

He has received the Innovation Management Best Paper Award (2023) for contributions to business model innovation frameworks. Additional recognitions include multiple Scopus-indexed publications with significant industry impact.

As Co-Investigator, he secured major funding including the €1.2M Josef Ressel Centre for Data-Driven Business Model Innovation (2023-2027) and the Advanced Analytics for Production project (2017-2019). Current grants focus on AI-driven production optimization and sustainable supply chain modeling.

He leads research teams at the Steyr Center of Excellence for Smart Production, collaborating with industrial partners like Siemens and Bosch on real-time production analytics and digital twin implementations.