Marco Iansiti
About Marco Iansiti
Marco Iansiti is a professor and board member with extensive experience in technology and operations management. He has authored influential works on digital transformation and currently serves on the boards of several companies while advising Fortune 500 firms on digital strategies.
Work at Harvard Business School
Marco Iansiti has had a long tenure at Harvard Business School, serving as a faculty member since 1989. He held the position of Professor and Chair of Technology and Operations Management from 2011 to 2019. Additionally, he served as Chair of the Digital Initiative from 2013 to 2022. After a brief period away, he returned to Harvard Business School as a Professor in 2021. His work has focused on digital strategies and transformation, advising Fortune 500 companies in these areas.
Education and Expertise
Marco Iansiti studied at Harvard University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Physics and later a PhD in the same field. His academic background has informed his research on digital disruptors and the effects of information and communication technologies on organizational decision-making. He has co-authored significant works on digital transformation and innovation, contributing to the understanding of how digital technologies impact business models.
Current Board Memberships
Marco Iansiti is currently a member of the Board of Directors at WorkFusion, a position he has held since 2022. He also serves on the Board of Directors for Flowcode, where he has been a member since 2021. His involvement in these organizations reflects his commitment to advancing digital strategies in various sectors.
Publications and Contributions
Iansiti co-authored the influential book 'Competing in the Age of AI: Strategy and Leadership When Algorithms and Networks Run the World,' which has become a standard reference for understanding the impact of data and AI on modern business. Additionally, his book 'The Keystone Advantage: What the New Dynamics of Business Ecosystems Mean for Strategy, Innovation, and Sustainability' was recognized as one of the 10 best business books of the year in 2004 by Strategy and Business.
Professional Experience
In addition to his academic roles, Marco Iansiti has held various positions in the industry. He was the Director at PDF Solutions from 2016 to 2023 and is a co-founder and Chairman of Keystone AI since 2003. He is also an original co-founder and board member of Model N Inc. (NASDAQ: MODN). His extensive experience bridges academia and industry, focusing on the intersection of technology and business.