Venkataramanaiah Saddikuti | Business | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Venkataramanaiah Saddikuti | Business | Best Researcher Award

Professor at Indian Institute of Management Lucknow, India

Prof. Venkataramanaiah Saddikuti is a distinguished Professor of Operations and Supply Chain Management at IIM Lucknow, India, with over 32 years of extensive experience in teaching, research, and industry collaboration across India, Singapore, and the USA. He earned his Ph.D. in Operations Management from IIT Madras, an M.Tech in Industrial Engineering and Operations Research from IIT Bombay, and a B.E. in Mechanical Engineering from Andhra University. A prolific researcher, Prof. Saddikuti has published more than 150 papers in esteemed peer-reviewed international journals and conferences. He has authored two books and contributed ten chapters to various academic publications. 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 expertise extends to healthcare management, where he is certified in Lean Healthcare and has received the Nelson Mandela Leadership Award and the Jagatik Ayurvigyan Samman Award for his significant contributions. He has trained over 700 MBA students in healthcare management at IIM Lucknow and other IIMs, and mentors several startups in healthcare and supply chain management.

Professional Profiles:

đź“š Education:

Prof. Venkataramanaiah Saddikuti has an impressive educational background that has significantly contributed to his expertise in operations and supply chain management. He earned his Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Operations Management from the esteemed Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras, completing his studies in 1999. Prior to his doctoral studies, Prof. Venkataramanaiah obtained a Master of Technology (M.Tech) in Industrial Engineering and Operations Research from IIT Bombay, graduating in 1992. His academic journey began with a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Mechanical Engineering from Andhra University, which he completed in 1989. This solid foundation in mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, and operations management has been instrumental in shaping his illustrious career in academia and research.

Professional Experience:

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.

 

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đź“šPublications :

The 2019–2020 novel coronavirus (severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2) pandemic: A joint American College of Academic International Medicine-World Academic Council

Authors: SP Stawicki, R Jeanmonod, AC Miller, L Paladino, DF Gaieski, AQ Yaffee, …

Journal: Journal of Global Infectious Diseases

Year: 2020

Citations: 433

Structural equation model (SEM)-neural network (NN) model for predicting quality determinants of e-learning management systems

Authors: A Sharma, S Gaur, A Venkataramanaiah, S Saddikuti, R Rastogi

Journal: Behaviour and Information Technology

Year: 2017

Citations: 167

A DSS approach to managing customer enquiries for SMEs at the customer enquiry stage

Authors: SV MH Xiong, SB Tor, R Bhatnagar, LP Khoo

Journal: International Journal of Production Economics

Year: 2006

Citations: 88

Enhancing the competitiveness of SMEs through industrial clusters: The Indian experience

Authors: S Venkataramanaiah, SP Parashar

Journal: International Journal of Technology Management & Sustainable Development

Year: 2007

Citations: 69

Scheduling in cellular manufacturing systems: An heuristic approach

Authors: S Venkataramanaiah

Journal: International Journal of Production Research

Year: 2008

Citations: 65

Differential evolution algorithm for solving RALB problem using cost-and time-based models

Authors: JM Nilakantan, I Nielsen, SG Ponnambalam, S Venkataramanaiah

Journal: The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology

Year: 2017

Citations: 50

A model for contingent manpower planning: Insights from a high clockspeed industry

Authors: R Rohit Bhatnagar, S Venkataramanaiah, S Saddikuti, A Anand

Journal: International Journal of Production Research

Year: 2007

Citations: 37*

COVID-19 blind spots: A consensus statement on the importance of competent political leadership and the need for public health cognizance

Authors: TJ Papadimos, SE Soghoian, P Nanayakkara, S Singh, AC Miller, …

Journal: Journal of Global Infectious Diseases

Year: 2020

Citations: 30

Building competitiveness: A case of handicrafts manufacturing cluster units

Authors: S Venkataramanaiah, NG Kumar

Journal: Indore Management Journal

Year: 2011

Citations: 29

Models for cellular manufacturing systems design: Matching processing requirements and operator capabilities

Authors: R Bhatnagar, S Venkataramanaiah

Journal: Journal of the Operational Research Society

Year: 2010

Citations: 24