Lewis O. Makana

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Lewis O. Makana is a forward-thinking researcher at the intersection of robotics, asset management, and business model innovation. His work centers on the strategic deployment of autonomous systems, particularly how value generation drives the adoption of robotic technologies in industrial and infrastructure contexts. Makana’s key contribution lies in his 2022 paper, *Robotic autonomous asset management: benefit/value-based business model creation*, which argues that successful technological change depends not only on engineering capability but on compelling narratives of value creation and capture. By framing business models as the end goals of the innovation process, he provides a roadmap for translating robotic autonomy into tangible economic and operational benefits. Though his work is still gaining traction—with his most cited paper accumulating 3 citations—its foundational nature positions it as a critical reference for scholars and practitioners seeking to bridge the gap between technical development and commercial viability. Makana’s research is particularly relevant for students and researchers exploring how to align cutting-edge automation with real-world stakeholder needs, making him a notable voice in the emerging field of value-driven robotic asset management.