Prof. Venkataramanaiah Saddikuti | Business | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Venkataramanaiah Saddikuti boasts over 32 years of extensive experience in teaching, research, and industry collaboration across India, Singapore, and the USA. He currently serves as a Professor of Operations and Supply Chain Management at the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Lucknow, where he has significantly contributed to the academic and professional development of his students. Throughout his career, Prof. Saddikuti has published more than 150 research papers in renowned peer-reviewed international journals and conferences, reflecting his profound impact on the field. His expertise extends to authoring two books and contributing ten chapters to various academic publications. Notably, his recent book, “Managing Social Organisations: Lessons from the World’s Largest Pilgrimage Center,” offers unique insights into the management and administrative practices of the Tirupati Balaji Temple, the largest temple in the world. Prof. Saddikuti’s commitment to education is evident in his training at the Harvard Business School, USA, where he specialized in global participant-centered learning. He is also a certified professional in Lean Healthcare, highlighting his dedication to improving healthcare management. His exceptional work in this area has earned him prestigious awards, including the Nelson Mandela Leadership Award and the Jagatik Ayurvigyan Samman Award.

Research Interest:

Prof. Venkataramanaiah Saddikuti’s research interests are broad and impactful, spanning several key areas within operations and supply chain management. His work primarily focuses on optimizing manufacturing and service operations to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. He is deeply interested in industrial clusters and their role in improving the competitiveness of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), particularly in the Indian context. Another significant area of his research is healthcare management. Prof. Saddikuti explores innovative solutions for cost-effective and sustainable healthcare delivery, leveraging his expertise in Lean Healthcare to drive improvements in this critical sector. His work in this field has been recognized with several prestigious awards, underscoring the importance and impact of his contributions. Prof. Saddikuti is also interested in the application of advanced modeling techniques, such as structural equation modeling (SEM) and neural networks (NN), to predict and enhance the quality of e-learning management systems. This interdisciplinary approach highlights his commitment to integrating technology and management principles to solve complex problems.