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Nelson P. Repenning is a Distinguished Professor of System Dynamics and Organization Studies at the MIT Sloan School of Management. His early work focused on the challenges organizations face in leveraging established tools and practices effectively. Repenning has collaborated with various organizations to develop new capabilities, particularly in manufacturing and new product development. His research has investigated the failure to use safety practices, contributing to the understanding of industrial accidents. His work has garnered recognition, including awards for papers published in prominent journals such as the California Management Review and Product Innovation Management. Repenning's ongoing research emphasizes the development of Dynamic Work Design—a novel approach to organizing work effectively and engagingly—and Dynamic Management Systems, which align daily operations with a firm’s strategic objectives. He co-authored the book 'Got It Your Way,' which explores Dynamic Work Design and is set for publication in 2025. In addition to his academic roles, he is involved with ShiftGear Work Design as the chief social scientist and has received numerous accolades for his contributions to education and management science, including the 2011 Jamieson Prize for Excellence in Teaching. He holds a BA in Economics from Colorado College and a PhD in Operations Management/System Dynamics from MIT.
MIT Sloan School of Management • Cambridge, MA
Teaching and researching System Dynamics and Organization Studies.