Steven C. Wheelwright

About the Author

Steven C. Wheelwright is a distinguished scholar and educator in the field of operations management, renowned for his pioneering contributions to strategic operations and technology integration in business. With a career spanning decades at leading institutions such as Harvard Business School, where he served as a professor and dean, Wheelwright has shaped the thinking of countless executives and academics through his insightful research and teaching. His work emphasizes aligning operational capabilities with competitive strategies to drive sustainable advantage in dynamic markets. Wheelwright's seminal book, Operations, Strategy, and Technology: Pursuing the Competitive Edge, remains a cornerstone text for understanding how firms can leverage technology and processes to outperform rivals. Beyond academia, he has consulted for global corporations, advising on innovation and operational excellence, and continues to influence business strategy through his writings and lectures.