Dr. Alan MacCormack is an expert in product development, software engineering, and innovation strategy. He is an Adjunct Professor at Harvard Business School and has published research on software modularity, agile development, and system design. He holds engineering and business degrees from the University of Manchester, MIT, and Harvard.

His research has examined how companies can improve software quality, accelerate product development, and reduce risk by using modular architectures and iterative design processes. His work has been widely cited in both academic and industry settings, influencing best practices in technology development.

Dr. MacCormack has worked with organizations in aerospace, healthcare, and software to apply data-driven approaches to system architecture and product strategy. At Silverthread, he helps companies use empirical insights to optimize software development and reduce long-term costs.