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In recent years, there has been a lot of talk about technologies that allegedly reinforce inequality, as evidenced by books on algorithms like Weapons of Math Destruction. Discussions about facial recognition software that does not recognize non-white people and major issues such as the Dutch benefits scandal have taken center stage in this debate - and rightly so. The reputation of ‘the algorithm’, it seems, has taken a hit. Undeservedly so, if you were to ask Gerrit Timmer: “Algorithms pave the way for objectivity, giving us the opportunity to move in the right direction.”
An interview with Gerrit Timmer, Co-founder and Chief Science Officer at ORTEC
Ever since Richard Emmerink got his PhD in transport economics, he has had an undying love for all things transport. After building his career at road transport companies, he had a change of heart and transitioned to the world of air traffic three years ago, becoming director of Strategy and Airport Planning at Royal Schiphol Group. Together with his team, Emmerink is exploring what future airports should look like. “We cover everything from runways, gates and terminals to air-rail substitution and hyperloops.” After all, Emmerink et al. are driven by the ambition to make future airports, and preferably all of European aviation, as sustainable as possible. He also believes that you should show that you mean business. “It’s important that your personal ambitions are in line with those of the company. If they’re not, you’re at the wrong company.”
Interview with Richard Emmerink, Director of Strategy and Airport Planning at Schiphol
On October 27 ORTEC organizes a webinar to explore how major manufacturing companies such as Saint-Gobain and Skechers use ORTEC's solutions to increase their truck utilization, lower shipment costs, and improve their customers' experience. Subscribe now.
Date: November 22, 2022
Time: 11:00 - 11:30
Location: Online Microsoft Teams event