Dr. Johannes Fottner

Professor

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Biography

Johannes Fottner's research focuses on technical logistics, specifically on new technical solutions and systems approaches to improve logistical processes. His work emphasizes practical applications of scientific knowledge, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Fottner has developed innovative identification technologies such as RFID, and has worked on logistics planning based on digital tools. He has held various managerial positions in the Swisslog Group from 2002 to 2008, and served as managing director of MIAS Group in 2008. Fottner is a member of the Bavarian state chair and serves as the deputy national chair of the Society for Production Logistics and the Association of German Engineers (VDI). In 2016, he was appointed as a professor of logistics engineering at the Technical University of Munich (TUM).

Research Interests

Experience

Managing Director

2008-01-01 — Present

MIAS Group • Munich

Oversaw operations and strategic direction of MIAS Group.

Manager

2002-01-01 — 2008-01-01

Swisslog Group • Munich

Held various managerial positions focusing on logistics solutions.

Awards

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Rudolf Schmidt-Burkhardt Memorial Prize

2003-01-01