Michael Zintel

Managing Partner

Head of Arthur D. Little for Germany and Switzerland

Germany

Michael combines in-depth mobility and transportation experience with innovative, hands-on strategy and organization expertise to help clients anticipate, innovate and transform.

Michael Zintel

Education

EBS University of Business and Law
Master of Business Administration/Diplom-Kaufmann

Michael Zintel

Michael is Managing Partner, leading Arthur D. Little and Switzerland. Based in our Frankfurt office, he is a member of our Travel & Transportation Practice.

Since joining Arthur D. Little in 2005, Michael has worked in all sub-industries of travel & transportation, namely rail, logistics, aviation, tourism, tolling, urban transportation and neighboring industries such as automotive and the public sector.

Examples of his work include strategy development, intercompany as well as open innovation initiatives, digitalization, integrated mobility platforms and transformation, including reorganization, governance and change management.

Michael has a passion for sports and traveling.

The future of mobility 5.0
The future of mobility 5.0
End-to-end incident management in transport: A key driver of customer excellence
End-to-end incident management in transport: A key driver of customer excellence
Performance around punctuality (and regularity) has not made enough progress in reaching customers’ high standards in spite of many programs. Similarly, the occurrence of other adverse events — faulty passenger information, defective seats — and the absence of prompt, satisfactory treatment of such issues generate disappointment, which may offset any positive customer experiences. In this Viewpoint, we reflect on the levers transport operators should put in place to better prevent, identify, and control operational incidents — and boost customer satisfaction.
Digital business models in freight
Aviation year zero – New non-aero revenues
Retail shops, food & beverage outlets and car parks are perceived as integral parts of an airport. These so-called “non-aero revenues” have long been a reliable and profitable source of income for airports. However, in recent years, airports’ vital income source has been under attack. Now, due to the COVID-19 crisis, airport terminals around the world are deserted. Is COVID-19 the last bullet that will break airports’ fortress?
Lost in transformation
Transformation has arrived in the transportation & logistics industry. However, we have only just witnessed the start of an extensive change process that will shake up the balance of power. Players unable to adapt to the new reality will face immense pressure, as entire business models are at stake.

Michael Zintel

Michael is Managing Partner, leading Arthur D. Little and Switzerland. Based in our Frankfurt office, he is a member of our Travel & Transportation Practice.

Since joining Arthur D. Little in 2005, Michael has worked in all sub-industries of travel & transportation, namely rail, logistics, aviation, tourism, tolling, urban transportation and neighboring industries such as automotive and the public sector.

Examples of his work include strategy development, intercompany as well as open innovation initiatives, digitalization, integrated mobility platforms and transformation, including reorganization, governance and change management.

Michael has a passion for sports and traveling.

The future of mobility 5.0
The future of mobility 5.0
End-to-end incident management in transport: A key driver of customer excellence
End-to-end incident management in transport: A key driver of customer excellence
Performance around punctuality (and regularity) has not made enough progress in reaching customers’ high standards in spite of many programs. Similarly, the occurrence of other adverse events — faulty passenger information, defective seats — and the absence of prompt, satisfactory treatment of such issues generate disappointment, which may offset any positive customer experiences. In this Viewpoint, we reflect on the levers transport operators should put in place to better prevent, identify, and control operational incidents — and boost customer satisfaction.
Digital business models in freight
Aviation year zero – New non-aero revenues
Retail shops, food & beverage outlets and car parks are perceived as integral parts of an airport. These so-called “non-aero revenues” have long been a reliable and profitable source of income for airports. However, in recent years, airports’ vital income source has been under attack. Now, due to the COVID-19 crisis, airport terminals around the world are deserted. Is COVID-19 the last bullet that will break airports’ fortress?
Lost in transformation
Transformation has arrived in the transportation & logistics industry. However, we have only just witnessed the start of an extensive change process that will shake up the balance of power. Players unable to adapt to the new reality will face immense pressure, as entire business models are at stake.

More About Michael
  • EBS University of Business and Law
    Master of Business Administration/Diplom-Kaufmann