William Johnson
About William Johnson
William Johnson is a Senior Operations Research Analyst at Tideworks Technology, where he has worked since 2016. He holds a Ph.D. in Theoretical Chemistry from the University of Washington and has extensive experience in researching emerging technologies and developing solutions for container terminal operations.
Work at Tideworks Technology
William Johnson has been employed at Tideworks Technology since 2016, currently holding the position of Senior Operations Research Analyst. His tenure at the company spans eight years, during which he has contributed to various projects related to operations research. Prior to his current role, he served as a Senior Business Analyst from 2009 to 2013 and as a Professional Services Senior Business Analyst from 2013 to 2016. Throughout his time at Tideworks Technology, he has focused on enhancing operational efficiencies in container terminals.
Education and Expertise
William Johnson earned his Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Theoretical Chemistry from the University of Washington, where he studied from 1993 to 1999. He also holds a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Chemistry from Harvey Mudd College, completed between 1989 and 1993. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his work in operations research and technology analysis, particularly in the context of emerging technologies.
Background
Before joining Tideworks Technology, William Johnson worked as a Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of Minnesota from 1999 to 2001. His experience in academia complements his industry roles, allowing him to apply research methodologies to practical challenges in technology and operations. His work has involved researching various emerging technologies, including the internet of things, electric vehicles, deep learning, reinforcement learning, quantum computing, and blockchain.
Achievements
William Johnson has developed a prototype using F# as an add-on for Microsoft Excel, which enables business analysts to visually compose workflows for container terminals. He has also gathered requirements and planned features for automated terminal truck tracking, dispatching, and optimization, contributing to advancements in operational processes within the industry.