Ralf Seifert

Ralf Seifert is a Full Professor at the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), affiliated with the Business / Management department. His research and teaching interests focus on operations management, supply chain strategy, and technology network management. He is also engaged in industry analysis, international project work, and new venture formation. Professor Seifert has co-authored over 30 case studies, which have received recognition from EFMD, ECCH, and POMS. He has published more than 70 articles and has co-authored two books on strategic supply chain management and start-up challenges of technology ventures. Additionally, he holds a professorship at IMD, where he has been since 2000.

Ralf W. Seifert is a researcher whose work focuses on supply chain management, with an emphasis on operational and financial performance, inventory control, and risk mitigation. His research explores the integration of direct and indirect sales channels, the role of inventory in supply chain resilience, and the impact of technology such as RFID on supply chain efficiency. He also investigates the trade-offs between carbon footprint and responsiveness in supply chain network design, as well as the use of machine learning for forecasting sales of new products. His studies highlight the importance of coordination mechanisms, such as service level contracts, in achieving supply chain efficiency and sustainability.