Prof Dr. Sushil | Strategic Management | Best Researcher Award

Indian Institute of Technology Delhi,India

Professional Profiles:

👨‍🎓 Bio Summary:

Prof. Dr. Sushil is an Emeritus Professor in the Department of Management Studies at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi. Born on September 17, 1956, in Gwalior, India, he has made significant contributions to the fields of Strategic Management, Flexible Systems Management, and Management of Technology. Over his decades-long academic career, Prof. Sushil has been instrumental in pioneering innovative models and frameworks that have had a lasting impact on both research and industry. He is widely recognized both in India and globally for his thought leadership, having ranked among the top 2% of researchers in business and management worldwide.

🎓 Educational Background:

Prof. Sushil earned his Ph.D. from IIT Delhi in 1984, focusing on systems modeling for waste management in national planning. Before that, he completed an M.Tech in Industrial Engineering from IIT Delhi in 1980, with an exceptional CGPA of 9.89/10. He also holds a B.E. in Mechanical Engineering from M.I.T.S., Gwalior, where he ranked first in his class in 1978.

🔍 Research Focus:

Prof. Sushil’s research is concentrated on Strategic Management and Flexible Systems Management. He is the pioneer behind concepts such as the SAP-LAP models, Total Interpretive Structural Modeling, and the Flowing Stream Strategy, which emphasize strategic flexibility to balance continuity and change. His work on sustainable enterprises, strategic performance management, and organizational renewal has also led to the development of practical frameworks, such as the Star Model and 4A’s Model.

🏆 Honors & Awards:

Throughout his career, Prof. Sushil has received numerous accolades, including the Careers360 Faculty Research Award in 2023, and consistent recognition as one of the top strategic management researchers in India. He has been included in Stanford’s list of the top 2% of researchers globally in Business & Management from 2020 to 2022. His contributions have earned him a Lifetime Contribution Award in Management Education and Research, alongside various other honors like the AGBA Fellowship (USA, 2014) and the IIM Raipur – ET Cases Connect Award (2016)

💼 Professional Experience:

Prof. Sushil has held several distinguished positions at IIT Delhi, including Chair Professor, Head of the Department, and Chair of the Strategic Management Group. His career spans more than three decades, with visiting professorships at institutions like Kyoto University in Japan, Montpellier Business School in France, and the University of Minnesota. He has also served as an Independent Director on various boards, including HSCC India Ltd., RINL, and River Engineering Pvt. Ltd., where he contributed his strategic expertise.

📚 Top Noted Publications :

Interpreting the Interpretive Structural Model
Authors: Sushil
Journal: Global Journal of Flexible Systems Management
Citations: 478
Year: 2012
Index: 13 (2), 87-106

The Objectives of Waste Management in India: A Futures Inquiry
Authors: H.D. Sharma, A.D. Gupta, Sushil
Journal: Technological Forecasting and Social Change
Citations: 407
Year: 1995
Index: 48 (3), 285-309

Scenario Building: A Critical Study of Energy Conservation in the Indian Cement Industry
Authors: J.P. Saxena, Sushil, P. Vrat
Journal: Technological Forecasting and Social Change
Citations: 233
Year: 1992
Index: 41 (2), 121-146

Building Theory of Sustainable Manufacturing Using Total Interpretive Structural Modeling (TISM)
Authors: R. Dubey, A. Gunasekaran, Sushil, T. Singh
Journal: International Journal of Systems Science: Operations and Logistics
Citations: 222
Year: 2015
Index: 2 (4), 231-247

Modeling Enablers of TQM to Improve Airline Performance
Authors: A.K. Singh, Sushil
Journal: International Journal of Productivity and Performance Management
Citations: 221
Year: 2013
Index: 62 (3), 250-275

Performance Measurement and Management Frameworks: Research Trends of the Last Two Decades
Authors: N. Yadav, Sushil, M. Sagar
Journal: Business Process Management Journal
Citations: 217
Year: 2013
Index: 19 (6), 947-970

Conclusion:

Prof. Sushil’s illustrious career and groundbreaking contributions to Flexible Systems Management and strategic flexibility position him as an outstanding candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His global recognition, combined with impactful research outputs, make him a strong contender. Emphasizing ongoing research and expanding into emerging management fields would further solidify his profile as a leader in the field.