Lars Beckmann
About Lars Beckmann
Lars Beckmann serves as the Head of Decision Science at nextmv, where he has worked since 2020. He has a background in research and programming, with experience in decision services and operationalizing decision models.
Work at Nextmv
Lars Beckmann serves as the Head of Decision Science at Nextmv, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he focuses on developing decision services using Java OR-Tools models. Beckmann is actively involved in deploying these models to remote infrastructure, ensuring efficient operationalization. His work emphasizes the use of experiments, continuous integration and delivery (CI/CD), and version control to enhance the performance and reliability of decision models.
Education and Expertise
Lars Beckmann studied at Paderborn University from 2001 to 2005, where he gained foundational knowledge in decision science and related fields. He also attended Detlefsenschule, contributing to his early education. Beckmann's expertise includes creating and operationalizing decision models, particularly utilizing Java OR-Tools. His academic background and professional experiences have equipped him with the skills necessary for his current role.
Background
Before joining Nextmv, Lars Beckmann worked for ten years as a researcher at the University of Paderborn from 2010 to 2020. This role allowed him to deepen his understanding of decision science and contribute to various research initiatives. He also gained experience as an Event Program Manager at Microsoft Deutschland GmbH for one year, from 2006 to 2007. This diverse background has shaped his approach to decision science and model development.
Achievements
Lars Beckmann has presented a tutorial on operationalizing Java-based OR-Tools decision models, showcasing his knowledge and expertise in the field. His involvement in creating decision services and deploying models to remote infrastructure highlights his practical contributions to decision science. Beckmann's focus on improving decision models through experiments and version control reflects his commitment to advancing the discipline.