Francois Vanderbeck

François Vanderbeck is the CEO and co-founder of Atoptima, a startup specializing in optimization software for operations planning. He co-founded Atoptima in February 2019, leveraging over 25 years of experience in mathematical optimization and operations research. Prior to founding Atoptima, Vanderbeck was involved in significant research projects, including his work with the Inria REALOPT project team, which focused on combinatorial optimization and practical applications in logistics and routing problems.135

Educational Background

Vanderbeck holds an Engineering Degree in Applied Mathematics from Université Catholique de Louvain (UCL) and a Master's Degree in Operations Research from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). He completed his Ph.D. in Operations Research at UCL under the guidance of Professor Laurence A. Wolsey.24

Professional Focus

At Atoptima, Vanderbeck's work centers on developing user-friendly optimization solutions that address real-world complexities faced by businesses, particularly in logistics and supply chain management. His expertise includes integer programming approaches to combinatorial optimization, focusing on large-scale applications such as planning, scheduling, and inventory control.236

Contributions

Vanderbeck's contributions to the field have been recognized through various collaborations with industry partners, aiming to innovate and simplify operational decision-making processes for companies.13