Sofia Ritzén

Sofia Ritzén is a Professor of Integrated Product Development at KTH Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm, Sweden. She focuses on enabling industrial companies to deliver breakthrough innovations that challenge conventional processes and integrate ecological/social sustainability with business goals. Her work includes managing circular economy transitions through organizational restructuring and overcoming barriers in innovation measurement systems.

Her research addresses how firms balance financial gain with sustainable development, particularly in manufacturing contexts. Key areas involve radical innovation strategies, circular economy implementation, and user engagement in disruptive technologies like shared mobility systems. Collaborations span private/public sectors to convert theory into practical solutions for systemic challenges such as organized crime and urban transformation.

• Recent publications emphasize innovation ecosystems (2024), retail innovation measurement (2024), and circular economy tensions (2023-2022)
• Themes include organizational ambidexterity, eco-design choices, and strategic alignment

While no scientific awards are cited, her contributions are highlighted in academic ceremonies and faculty listings (e.g., KTH Professors 2022/2016). She advocates mutual learning frameworks between academia and industry, demonstrated through initiatives like the PIEp Innovationspiloter program. Her work often involves cross-functional teams and collaborations with organizations such as St. Jude Medical AB, automotive companies, and furniture industries.