Jimmi Normann Kristiansen serves as an Associate Professor at Aalborg University Business School within The Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities. He is affiliated with The Strategy, Organization and Management Group and the Business Design Center. His research spans innovation management, systems approaches to business challenges, and transport systems with particular focus on radical and modular innovation. Dr. Kristiansen's research interests center on Innovation Management , with special emphasis on radical innovation, modular innovation, and business model development. His work applies systems thinking to complex business challenges, particularly in transportation and shipping industries. He examines how organizations can effectively navigate digital disruption and develop sustainable business models in evolving markets. His recent publication trend shows strong focus on green and autonomous shipping technologies, impact innovation, and validation of advanced intermodal systems. The research demonstrates interdisciplinary approach connecting innovation theory with practical applications in maritime transport and logistics. His 2023-2024 publications particularly highlight the intersection of environmental sustainability and technological innovation in shipping ecosystems. Årets Underviser (Erhvervsøkonomi) 2024 (Teacher of the Year in Business Economics) Best Paper Award (Category: Smart and Autonomous Shipping) 2022 Årets Underviser 2022 (Jura) (Teacher of the Year in Law) Årets Underviser 2016 (Erhvervsøkonomi) (Teacher of the Year in Business Economics) Dr. Kristiansen has been involved in significant research projects including the Digital Disruption Consortium (2017-2019) with LEGO Systems AS and research on Product Architecture, Modular Innovation, and Radical Innovation (2015-2020). His editorial work includes peer reviewing for the CERN IdeaSquare Journal of Experimental Innovation. He maintains active engagement with industry through media appearances discussing innovation challenges and strategies, with 26 media contributions documented between 2015-2022. His work connects academic research with practical business applications through the Business Design Center at Aalborg University, focusing on translating innovation theory into actionable business strategies. The research collaborations span multiple disciplines and industries, particularly strong in transportation and maritime sectors.










