Volker Herbort

Volker Herbort serves as Professor and Dean of Business Informatics at Ulm University of Applied Sciences (THU). His academic work bridges business informatics with practical applications in the energy sector, focusing on data-driven approaches to modern energy challenges.

Herbort's research interests center around Data Science applications in the Energy Industry, Data Engineering, and Digital Transformation. His work particularly emphasizes photovoltaic systems analysis, machine learning applications for energy monitoring, and business model innovation in utility sectors. He has developed expertise in Big Data technologies, NoSQL databases, and business analytics frameworks that support energy industry transformation.

Analysis of his publication record reveals a consistent research trajectory focused on photovoltaic system performance analysis, with increasing integration of machine learning approaches since 2016. His work spans technical aspects of solar energy systems while also addressing business model transformations in the energy sector, particularly through his Utility 4.0 framework. The research shows strong practical application focus, especially in German energy markets.

Herbort teaches courses in Big Data & NoSQL, Business Analytics, Database Programming, and fundamentals of business informatics, reflecting his dual expertise in information systems and energy applications.

Available at room Q259 (Albert-Einstein-Allee 53-55, 89081 Ulm) with consultation hours by appointment, he maintains an active research profile as evidenced by his ResearchGate profile and recent publications through 2024.