Majed Ayyad
About Majed Ayyad
Majed Ayyad is an R&D Director at Freightos and an Assistant Professor at Birzeit University, with extensive experience in software development and project management. He has co-founded Next Level Technology Systems and has published over 10 scientific papers in various disciplines, focusing on socio-technical systems and distributed systems.
Work at Freightos
Majed Ayyad has served as the R&D Director at Freightos since 2015. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing research and development initiatives within the company. His work focuses on advancing technologies that enhance the efficiency of freight and logistics processes. Ayyad's expertise in distributed systems and socio-technical systems contributes to Freightos's innovative solutions in the logistics sector.
Education and Expertise
Majed Ayyad holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in information technology, which he earned from the University of Trento between 2010 and 2014. His research concentrated on real-time data integration, machine learning, and event-centric integration. Ayyad has developed expertise in socio-technical systems, particularly in areas such as e-Government and smart cities. His academic background supports his professional focus on distributed systems, including blockchain and microservices.
Background
Before joining Freightos, Majed Ayyad worked at the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) from 2011 to 2016. He held two positions during this time: Software Development Manager and ICT Project Manager. His work was based in Ramallah, Palestine, where he managed various ICT projects. Additionally, Ayyad co-founded Next Level Technology Systems, a software development company, and worked as an ICT consultant at Freelancer from 2005 to 2014.
Teaching and Academic Contributions
Since 2016, Majed Ayyad has been an Assistant Professor at Birzeit University. He teaches Software Engineering Management, utilizing a blend of methodologies including game theory, Actor-Network-Theory, PRINCE2, Lean, systems thinking, and Agile methods. Ayyad has published more than 10 scientific papers across various disciplines, contributing to the academic community and advancing knowledge in his fields of expertise.
Certifications and Professional Skills
Majed Ayyad is a certified project manager and holds certifications as an Enterprise Architect and IT service management professional. His skills encompass a range of methodologies and frameworks, which he integrates into his teaching and professional practice. Ayyad's focus on systems thinking and socio-technical dynamics informs his approach to developing effective e-Government and e-Municipality strategies.