Learning to Optimize: How Machine Learning Drives Decisions at Companies like Uber

Distinguished Lecture Series in Business Analytics and Data Science

Past event — 2 April 2025
18:00–19:00

Kühne Logistics University
Grosser Grasbrook 17, 20457 Hamburg

English
Spoken language

Prof. Dr. Arne Heinold

Assistant Professor for Transportation

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Distinguished Lecture Series in Business Analytics & Data Science

"Learning to Optimize: How Machine Learning Drives Decisions at Companies like Uber"

The Distinguished Lecture Series in Business Analytics & Data Science at Kühne Logistics University (KLU) presents public lectures on selected topics in analytics, data science, and their applications across various industries, including logistics and supply chain management. Targeted at students, alumni, industry professionals, and other interested individuals, the series offers insights into the latest advancements, trends, and challenges in these fields. Attendees gain valuable knowledge on how data-driven decision-making can transform business operations and enhance efficiency in today's digital economy.

Learning to Optimize: How Machine Learning Drives Decisions at Companies like Uber

Have you ever wondered why and where taxi cars wait, or how smart Uber drivers make their decisions? This talk will delve into these intriguing questions. We will explore the concept of sequential decision-making and policy classes through a hands-on approach. Using taxi services as an example, we learn how service providers can optimize their decision-making. And guess what? There´s not as much magic behind it as you might think...so prepare to be surprised!

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