KOLLI SRINIVASA RAO

Dynamic educator with extensive experience at GITAM School of Business, specializing in curriculum development and statistical analysis. Proven track record in enhancing student engagement and academic performance through innovative teaching methods and effective classroom management. Adept at guiding thesis projects and fostering a collaborative learning environment.

• Next-Gen Operations Management: Circular Economy, Industry 5.0, and Sustainable Logistics, 09/22/25 - 09/26/25
• Statistical Analysis with Excel, 10/27/25 - 10/31/25
• Empowering Education - A Multi-dimensional Approach, 05/27/24 - 05/31/24
• Optimizing Transportation Problems Using Earth Movers, Distance for Ranking Intuitionistic Trapezoidal Fuzzy Number, 07/24/24 - 07/25/24
• Fuzzy Transportation Optimization: A Minimum Spanning Tree Approach for Trapezoidal Intuitionistic Fuzzy Number, 07/24/24 - 07/25/24
• Analytics, 08/30/21 - 09/03/21
• Business Analytics and Machine Learning (BAML - 2021), 09/25/21 - 09/29/21
• Software tools for Mathematical Education, 08/30/21 - 09/05/21
• Application Areas of Data Analytics, 10/23/21 - 10/27/21
• Research Tools and Techniques in Business Management, 11/22/21 - 11/26/21
• Inculcating Universal Human Values in Technical Education, 09/13/21 - 09/17/21
• Multiple Objective Optimization Design & Industrial Applications, 09/04/20

• Interpretable stance detection in social media via topic-guided transformers, Discover Artificial Intelligence, 2731-0809, 5, 355, 2025, https://doi.org/10.1007/s44163-025-00635-9
• Environmental Transportation Optimization using Modified Earth Mover's Distance Methodology, International Journal of Environmental Sciences, 11, 4s, 2025, 490–500, 2229-7359
• Optimizing transportation network through IFN ranking: A comprehensive approach, Journal of Statistics & Management Systems, 0972-0510, 28, 2025, 4, 795–808, 10.47974/JSMS-1418
• Exploring Sustainability in Production, Operations, and Consumption: A Bibliometric Analysis of Trends and Future Prospects, Circular Economy and Sustainability, 2730-597X(Print), 2730-5988(online), 5, 5, 2025, 4297–4324, https://doi.org/10.1007/s43615-025-00567-7
• Supplier selection in supply chain management using intuitionistic trapezoidal fuzzy numbers, earth mover's distance, and fuzzy TOPSIS, Communications on Applied Nonlinear Analysis, 1074-133X, 32, 9S, 2025, 945 - 956, https://doi.org/10.52783/cana.v32.4062
• Fuzzy variable linear programming problems using a fuzzy dual simplex algorithm, Reliability Theory & Applications, 1932 - 2321, 19, 3 (79), 2025, 630-637
• The efficiency of estimating a population average using index-type estimators in sequential sampling, Reliability Theory & Applications, 1932 - 2321, 19, 3 (74), 2023, 299-307
• Systematic literature review and future research directions for service robots in hospitality and tourism industries, The Service Industries Journal, 0264-2069(print), 1743-9507(Online), 43, 15-16, 2023, 1083-1116, https://doi.org/10.1080/02642069.2023.2243592
• Achieving Sustainability of SMEs Through Industry 4.0‐Based Circular Economy, International Journal of Global Business and Competitiveness, 2023, 0973-4619(Print), 2515-6268(Online), 18, 2, 128–144, https://doi.org/10.1007/s42943-023-00074-2
• Designing of Inventory Management for Determining the Optimal Number of Objects in the Inventory Grouping Based on ABC Analysis, Reliability Theory & Applications, 1932-2321, 2022, 17, 4(71), 57-97, https://doi.org/10.24412/1932-2321-2022-471-87-97
• Improving Dijkstra’s algorithm for Estimating Project Characteristics and Critical Path, Reliability Theory & Applications, 1932-2321, 2022, 17, 4(71), 65-73, https://doi.org/10.24412/1932-2321-2022-471-65-73
• Blockchain-based circular economy for achieving environmental sustainability in the Indian electronic MSMEs, Management of Environmental Quality, 2022, 1477-7835(Print) 1758-6119 (Online), 34, 4, 997-1017, https://doi.org/10.1108/MEQ-03-2022-0045
• Comprehensive Optimization of Signomially Combined Numerical Non-Linearity Coding Problems with Free Variable Quantity, The Reliability: Theory & Application, 2022, 17, 2(68), 127–136
• Waiting Time Analysis of A Multiple – Server Queuing System in Covid–19 Government Hospital in India, Turkish Online Journal of Qualitative Inquiry, 2021, 1309 - 6591, 12, 6, 9338-9346
• Deterministic and Probabilistic Single-item Inventory Control Models without Shortages, Turkish Online Journal of Qualitative Inquiry, 2021, 1309 - 6591, 12, 5, 2840-2851
• Applying Statistical tools to Study Focuses on consumers' buying behavior towards online Shopping. Regarding Vizianagaram and Srikakulam Districts, EPRA International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research (IJMR), 2021, 2455-3662, 7, 6, https://epratrustpublishing.com/IJMR/applying-statistical-tools-to-study-focuses-on-consumers-buying-behaviour-towards-online-shopping-with-reference-to-vizianagaram-and-srikakulam-districts/5309
• The impacts of Various Activity Distribution on Project Management in CPM and PERT Networks, Solid State Technology, 2021, 0038-111X, 64, 2
• Applications of Queuing Model to Optimize Waiting Time in Various Aspects of Operations, Solid State Technology, 2019, 1979-3561(print) 2579-9363(Online), 12, 3, 165-174, https://doi.org/10.31387/OSCM0380240
• Criticality Degree and Project Characteristics in a Fuzzy Project Network, Solid-State Technology, 2020, 0038-111X, 63, 5
• Performance analysis of game theory for network security in WSN, National Journal of Critical Reviews, 2020, 7, 14, 3477–3483, 2394-5125
• The influence of firm age on the relationship between the capital structure determinants and substantial value, International Journal of Scientific & Technology Research, 2019, 8, 11, 2958–2965, 2277-8616
• Probabilistic Linear Programming in Project Management, International Journal of Applied Engineering Research, 2019, 14, 4, 936–941, 0973-4562
• Fuzzy Critical Path Method Based on a New Approach to Ranking Fuzzy Numbers, International Journal of Scientific and Innovative Mathematical Research, 2013, 1, 1, 19–29, 2347-307X
• On the latest times and float times of activities in a fuzzy project network with LR fuzzy numbers, International Journal of Fuzzy System Applications, 2012, 2, 2, 91–101, 2156-1761
• Critical path analysis in the network with fuzzy interval numbers as activity times, International Journal of Engineering Science and Technology, 2012, 4, 3, 823–832, 0975-5462
• A new approach to evaluate characteristics involved in a fuzzy critical path method, Advances in Fuzzy Mathematics, 2011, 6, 2, 217–226, 0973-533X
• Fuzzy critical path method based on metric distance ranking of fuzzy numbers, International Journal of Mathematical Analysis, 2010, 4, 20, 995–1006, 1312-8876

• Investigation of how digital technologies help SMEs improve their firm performance: A study in the emerging market, International Conference on Complex System Modeling and Artificial Intelligence, 05/21/26, Durrës, Albania
• Big Data Analytics and Industrial Performance: A Strategic Perspective, 6th International Symposium on Signal and Image Processing, 11/24/25
• The Extent and Impact of Artificial Intelligence Adoption in India’s Logistics Sector, 6th International Symposium on Signal and Image Processing, 11/24/25
• Optimizing Inventory Management Through Demand Forecasting: A data – driven Approach for Enhanced Supply Chain Efficiency, 3rd International Conference on Optimization Techniques in the Field of Engineering (ICOFE -2024), 10/22/24, Namakkal, Tamil Nadu
• Technological Innovations in Management Ecosystem – Excellence through adoption, GIM, GITAM, 2018
• Critical path analysis with probabilistic and fuzzy activity times, International Conference on Management, Sciences, Engineering, and application (ICMSEM), 12/21/18, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
• Probabilistic Linear Programming in Project Management, International Conference on Technological Innovations in Management Ecosystem, 07/27/18, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
• Applications of Queuing Theory in Government Hospitals, International Conference on Technological Innovations in Management Ecosystem, 07/27/18, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
• Fuzzy Critical Path Method Based on Signed Distance Ranking, International Conference on Mathematical Sciences & Engineering Applications (ICMSEA), 12/22/17, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
• Multiple Possible Critical Paths using New Defuzzification Method, International Conference on Mathematical Sciences & Engineering Applications, 12/23/16, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
• Critical path analysis with probabilistic and fuzzy activity times, International Conference on Management, Sciences, Engineering and application (ICMSEM), 12/21/18, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
• Mastering the Literature Review & Bibliometric Analysis, Service Setu Academics, TAPMI School of Business, Manipal University, 05/31/25 - 06/01/25
• Computational and APPLIED Mathematics, IIT Tirupathi, 04/14/23 - 04/15/23
• Scientific and Vidic Mathematics, Department of Science and Humanities (Mathematics) at NIT, 03/10/23 - 03/15/23
• Fuzzy Critical Path Analysis Using Lexicographic Ordering of L-R Fuzzy Numbers, Andhra Pradesh Science Congress, 01/27/16 - 01/29/16, Tirupathi, Andhra Pradesh
• Fuzzy critical path method based on the new approach of ranking fuzzy numbers, UGC Sponsored One–Day National Conference on advances in mathematical sciences, 11/28/15, Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh
• Critical path method using probabilistic linear programming, National Seminar on Emerging Trends in Applied Mathematics -2014, 04/04/14 - 04/05/14, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
• A new approach to rank generalized trapezoidal fuzzy number, Andhra Pradesh Science Congress, 11/14/11 - 11/16/11, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
• Processing of Materials, Minerals, and Energy, PACE Institute of Technology & Sciences, 07/29/16 - 07/30/16, Ongole, Prakasam District
• Soft Skills & Employability Skills, HBS at Vizag Institute of Technology, 10/10/15, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
• IT Security Skills, Department of ECE at Vizag Institute of Technology, 09/30/15 - 10/01/15, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
• Applied Electronics, Department of ECE at Vizag Institute of Technology, 08/21/15 - 08/22/15, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh

• Coordinator, Exams and Evaluation, GITAM School of Business, GITAM (Deemed to be University) from 01-05-2023 to 28-02-2024
• Program coordinator BBA(BA), GITAM School of Business from 01-03-2022 to 30-07-2023
• Assistant program coordinator BBA(BA), GITAM Institute of Management from 11-08-2020 to 28-02-2022
• Mid exam coordinator, GITAM Institute of Management 01-04-2021to 06-07-2022
• Assistant program coordinator (BBA(MA)), GITAM Institute of Managemen 1-07-2019 to 10-08-2020
• Coding Confidential Work for PG GITAM Institute of Management from 01-06-2018 to 02-06-2020
• In charge, Principal Vizag Institute of Technology from 17.09.2016 to 05.07.2017
• Head, Dept. of BS&H Vizag Institute of Technology from 15.09.2014 to 05.07.2017

• Assessing the Environmental Impact of Plastic Pollution in Tourism: A Bibliometric Analysis, Municipal Waste Management: Policies and Strategies, 60-83, https://doi.org/10.1079/9781836990666.000
• Theories and Applications of Fuzzy Optimization: A Comprehensive Approach, Fuzzy Logic in Real Life Scenarios, 301–327, 01/30/26, https://link.springer.com/chapter/10.1007/978-3-032-07922-0_15
• Application of regression models in pollution monitoring, Data Driven Environmental Intelligence, 2026
• Descriptive and Inferential Analytics in MCDM in the Applications in Marketing, Multiple-Criteria Decision Making (MCDM) Techniques and Statistics in Marketing, 493-526, https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3693-9122-8.ch022, 9798369391228
• Contributions to Correlation Analysis, Sustainable Development of Technology and Management, Dr. Gnaneshwar Koorella, 978-93-90627-70-7

• Next-Gen Operations Management: Circular Economy, Industry 5.0, and Sustainable Logistics, 09/22/25 - 09/26/25
• Statistical Analysis with Excel, 10/27/25 - 10/31/25
• Empowering Education - A Multi-dimensional Approach, 05/27/24 - 05/31/24
• Optimizing Transportation Problems Using Earth Movers, Distance for Ranking Intuitionistic Trapezoidal Fuzzy Number, 07/24/24 - 07/25/24
• Fuzzy Transportation Optimization: A Minimum Spanning Tree Approach for Trapezoidal Intuitionistic Fuzzy Number, 07/24/24 - 07/25/24
• Analytics, 08/30/21 - 09/03/21
• Business Analytics and Machine Learning (BAML - 2021), 09/25/21 - 09/29/21
• Software tools for Mathematical Education, 08/30/21 - 09/05/21
• Application Areas of Data Analytics, 10/23/21 - 10/27/21
• Research Tools and Techniques in Business Management, 11/22/21 - 11/26/21
• Inculcating Universal Human Values in Technical Education, 09/13/21 - 09/17/21
• Multiple Objective Optimization Design & Industrial Applications, 09/04/20

• Interpretable stance detection in social media via topic-guided transformers, Discover Artificial Intelligence, 2731-0809, 5, 355, 2025, https://doi.org/10.1007/s44163-025-00635-9
• Environmental Transportation Optimization using Modified Earth Mover's Distance Methodology, International Journal of Environmental Sciences, 11, 4s, 2025, 490–500, 2229-7359
• Optimizing transportation network through IFN ranking: A comprehensive approach, Journal of Statistics & Management Systems, 0972-0510, 28, 2025, 4, 795–808, 10.47974/JSMS-1418
• Exploring Sustainability in Production, Operations, and Consumption: A Bibliometric Analysis of Trends and Future Prospects, Circular Economy and Sustainability, 2730-597X(Print), 2730-5988(online), 5, 5, 2025, 4297–4324, https://doi.org/10.1007/s43615-025-00567-7
• Supplier selection in supply chain management using intuitionistic trapezoidal fuzzy numbers, earth mover's distance, and fuzzy TOPSIS, Communications on Applied Nonlinear Analysis, 1074-133X, 32, 9S, 2025, 945 - 956, https://doi.org/10.52783/cana.v32.4062
• Fuzzy variable linear programming problems using a fuzzy dual simplex algorithm, Reliability Theory & Applications, 1932 - 2321, 19, 3 (79), 2025, 630-637
• The efficiency of estimating a population average using index-type estimators in sequential sampling, Reliability Theory & Applications, 1932 - 2321, 19, 3 (74), 2023, 299-307
• Systematic literature review and future research directions for service robots in hospitality and tourism industries, The Service Industries Journal, 0264-2069(print), 1743-9507(Online), 43, 15-16, 2023, 1083-1116, https://doi.org/10.1080/02642069.2023.2243592
• Achieving Sustainability of SMEs Through Industry 4.0‐Based Circular Economy, International Journal of Global Business and Competitiveness, 2023, 0973-4619(Print), 2515-6268(Online), 18, 2, 128–144, https://doi.org/10.1007/s42943-023-00074-2
• Designing of Inventory Management for Determining the Optimal Number of Objects in the Inventory Grouping Based on ABC Analysis, Reliability Theory & Applications, 1932-2321, 2022, 17, 4(71), 57-97, https://doi.org/10.24412/1932-2321-2022-471-87-97
• Improving Dijkstra’s algorithm for Estimating Project Characteristics and Critical Path, Reliability Theory & Applications, 1932-2321, 2022, 17, 4(71), 65-73, https://doi.org/10.24412/1932-2321-2022-471-65-73
• Blockchain-based circular economy for achieving environmental sustainability in the Indian electronic MSMEs, Management of Environmental Quality, 2022, 1477-7835(Print) 1758-6119 (Online), 34, 4, 997-1017, https://doi.org/10.1108/MEQ-03-2022-0045
• Comprehensive Optimization of Signomially Combined Numerical Non-Linearity Coding Problems with Free Variable Quantity, The Reliability: Theory & Application, 2022, 17, 2(68), 127–136
• Waiting Time Analysis of A Multiple – Server Queuing System in Covid–19 Government Hospital in India, Turkish Online Journal of Qualitative Inquiry, 2021, 1309 - 6591, 12, 6, 9338-9346
• Deterministic and Probabilistic Single-item Inventory Control Models without Shortages, Turkish Online Journal of Qualitative Inquiry, 2021, 1309 - 6591, 12, 5, 2840-2851
• Applying Statistical tools to Study Focuses on consumers' buying behavior towards online Shopping. Regarding Vizianagaram and Srikakulam Districts, EPRA International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research (IJMR), 2021, 2455-3662, 7, 6, https://epratrustpublishing.com/IJMR/applying-statistical-tools-to-study-focuses-on-consumers-buying-behaviour-towards-online-shopping-with-reference-to-vizianagaram-and-srikakulam-districts/5309
• The impacts of Various Activity Distribution on Project Management in CPM and PERT Networks, Solid State Technology, 2021, 0038-111X, 64, 2
• Applications of Queuing Model to Optimize Waiting Time in Various Aspects of Operations, Solid State Technology, 2019, 1979-3561(print) 2579-9363(Online), 12, 3, 165-174, https://doi.org/10.31387/OSCM0380240
• Criticality Degree and Project Characteristics in a Fuzzy Project Network, Solid-State Technology, 2020, 0038-111X, 63, 5
• Performance analysis of game theory for network security in WSN, National Journal of Critical Reviews, 2020, 7, 14, 3477–3483, 2394-5125
• The influence of firm age on the relationship between the capital structure determinants and substantial value, International Journal of Scientific & Technology Research, 2019, 8, 11, 2958–2965, 2277-8616
• Probabilistic Linear Programming in Project Management, International Journal of Applied Engineering Research, 2019, 14, 4, 936–941, 0973-4562
• Fuzzy Critical Path Method Based on a New Approach to Ranking Fuzzy Numbers, International Journal of Scientific and Innovative Mathematical Research, 2013, 1, 1, 19–29, 2347-307X
• On the latest times and float times of activities in a fuzzy project network with LR fuzzy numbers, International Journal of Fuzzy System Applications, 2012, 2, 2, 91–101, 2156-1761
• Critical path analysis in the network with fuzzy interval numbers as activity times, International Journal of Engineering Science and Technology, 2012, 4, 3, 823–832, 0975-5462
• A new approach to evaluate characteristics involved in a fuzzy critical path method, Advances in Fuzzy Mathematics, 2011, 6, 2, 217–226, 0973-533X
• Fuzzy critical path method based on metric distance ranking of fuzzy numbers, International Journal of Mathematical Analysis, 2010, 4, 20, 995–1006, 1312-8876

• Investigation of how digital technologies help SMEs improve their firm performance: A study in the emerging market, International Conference on Complex System Modeling and Artificial Intelligence, 05/21/26, Durrës, Albania
• Big Data Analytics and Industrial Performance: A Strategic Perspective, 6th International Symposium on Signal and Image Processing, 11/24/25
• The Extent and Impact of Artificial Intelligence Adoption in India’s Logistics Sector, 6th International Symposium on Signal and Image Processing, 11/24/25
• Optimizing Inventory Management Through Demand Forecasting: A data – driven Approach for Enhanced Supply Chain Efficiency, 3rd International Conference on Optimization Techniques in the Field of Engineering (ICOFE -2024), 10/22/24, Namakkal, Tamil Nadu
• Technological Innovations in Management Ecosystem – Excellence through adoption, GIM, GITAM, 2018
• Critical path analysis with probabilistic and fuzzy activity times, International Conference on Management, Sciences, Engineering, and application (ICMSEM), 12/21/18, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
• Probabilistic Linear Programming in Project Management, International Conference on Technological Innovations in Management Ecosystem, 07/27/18, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
• Applications of Queuing Theory in Government Hospitals, International Conference on Technological Innovations in Management Ecosystem, 07/27/18, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
• Fuzzy Critical Path Method Based on Signed Distance Ranking, International Conference on Mathematical Sciences & Engineering Applications (ICMSEA), 12/22/17, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
• Multiple Possible Critical Paths using New Defuzzification Method, International Conference on Mathematical Sciences & Engineering Applications, 12/23/16, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
• Critical path analysis with probabilistic and fuzzy activity times, International Conference on Management, Sciences, Engineering and application (ICMSEM), 12/21/18, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
• Mastering the Literature Review & Bibliometric Analysis, Service Setu Academics, TAPMI School of Business, Manipal University, 05/31/25 - 06/01/25
• Computational and APPLIED Mathematics, IIT Tirupathi, 04/14/23 - 04/15/23
• Scientific and Vidic Mathematics, Department of Science and Humanities (Mathematics) at NIT, 03/10/23 - 03/15/23
• Fuzzy Critical Path Analysis Using Lexicographic Ordering of L-R Fuzzy Numbers, Andhra Pradesh Science Congress, 01/27/16 - 01/29/16, Tirupathi, Andhra Pradesh
• Fuzzy critical path method based on the new approach of ranking fuzzy numbers, UGC Sponsored One–Day National Conference on advances in mathematical sciences, 11/28/15, Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh
• Critical path method using probabilistic linear programming, National Seminar on Emerging Trends in Applied Mathematics -2014, 04/04/14 - 04/05/14, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
• A new approach to rank generalized trapezoidal fuzzy number, Andhra Pradesh Science Congress, 11/14/11 - 11/16/11, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
• Processing of Materials, Minerals, and Energy, PACE Institute of Technology & Sciences, 07/29/16 - 07/30/16, Ongole, Prakasam District
• Soft Skills & Employability Skills, HBS at Vizag Institute of Technology, 10/10/15, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
• IT Security Skills, Department of ECE at Vizag Institute of Technology, 09/30/15 - 10/01/15, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
• Applied Electronics, Department of ECE at Vizag Institute of Technology, 08/21/15 - 08/22/15, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh

• Coordinator, Exams and Evaluation, GITAM School of Business, GITAM (Deemed to be University) from 01-05-2023 to 28-02-2024
• Program coordinator BBA(BA), GITAM School of Business from 01-03-2022 to 30-07-2023
• Assistant program coordinator BBA(BA), GITAM Institute of Management from 11-08-2020 to 28-02-2022
• Mid exam coordinator, GITAM Institute of Management 01-04-2021to 06-07-2022
• Assistant program coordinator (BBA(MA)), GITAM Institute of Managemen 1-07-2019 to 10-08-2020
• Coding Confidential Work for PG GITAM Institute of Management from 01-06-2018 to 02-06-2020
• In charge, Principal Vizag Institute of Technology from 17.09.2016 to 05.07.2017
• Head, Dept. of BS&H Vizag Institute of Technology from 15.09.2014 to 05.07.2017