Project Guided: UG : 40, PG: 38

National Journal Publications: 04

International Journal Publications: 17

National Conference Publications: 28

List of Publications

National Journals Publications:

1. Ramaa A, C K Nagendra Guptha, K N Subramanya published a paper on “IoT Enabled Biomedical Waste Management System” at RV Journal of Science Technology Engineering Arts and Management (RVJSTEAM) Vol. 1, Issue 1, Jan 2020, pp. 49 – 63.
2. Mamatha. K , H. V. Vasuki, Jagadish Mogaveera. B, Dr. C. K. Nagendra Guptha,  "Resource Balancing to Enhance Productivity At Earthmoving Equipment Manufacturing Company",  Indian Journal of Applied Research, Volume : 4, Issue : 7, July 2014, ISSN - 2249-555X,  pp194 - 196.
3. C K Nagendra Guptha, Dr. G L Shekar, “Electronic Waste Management System In Bangalore – A Review”, J K Journal of Management and Technology, Volume 1, Issue 1, June 2009, pp 11-23.
4. C K Nagendra Guptha, Prof K S Badarinarayana and K V S Rajeshwara Rao (2006); “Decision Support System for Spare Parts Management”, Special Issue 2006, Journal of Indian Institution of Industrial Engineering, pp 8-14.

International Journals Publications:

1. Vivekanand S Gogi & Dr. C K Nagendra Guptha “Comparative Study Of Conventional & Nonconventional Scheduling Rules In An Flexible Manufacturing Systems Environment” European Chemical Bulletin. Volume 12, Issue 5, June 2023, pp 2791 – 2800, (Q3 Journal, Indexed in Web of Science)

2. Akshay Rao A, Dr. P V Srihari, Dr. C K Nagendra Guptha, Time Series Forecasting for a Fresh Produce Product in Supply Chain using ARIMA, International Journal for Research Trends and Innovation, © 2022 IJRTI, Volume 7, Issue 7, July 2022, ISSN: 2456-3315

3. Georgy Paul, Joel John, Sharath Yadav, Arpit Kumar, Dr C K Nagendra Guptha, Review on Design and Development of Dual Extrusion 3D Printer, International Research Journal of Engineering and Technology (IRJET), Volume: 08 Issue: 07 | July 2021, pp 2139 – 2142

4. Prof Bhaskar M G, Dr N.S Narahari and Dr C K Nagendra Guptha published a paper on “Consumer Preferences for Mid-Segment Electric Cars- An Indian perspective” at the International Journal of Engineering Research & Technology (IJERT) ISSN: 2278-0181, Vol. 9 Issue 07, July-2020

5. Mir Mohammed Junaid Bash, Nikitha A , Aiman Fathima , Deepthi Galagali, Dr. C K Nagendra Gupt, Dr. K N Subramanya, BLOCKCHAIN and IoT for Enhancing Supply Chain Security – A review, International Journal of Innovative Science and Research Technology, Volume 5, Issue 9, September 2020,  Page no: 545 – 55,1ISSN No:-2456-2165, DOI : 10.38124/IJISRT20SEP335

6. Dr. C K Nagendra Gupta, Dr. K N Subramanya published a paper on “BLOCKCHAIN and IoT for Enhancing Supply Chain Security – A review” at International Journal of Innovative Science and Research Technology, Vol. 5, Issue 9, pp. 545 -551 DOI : 10.38124/IJISRT20SEP335, ISSN No:-2456-2165, September – 2020

7. Prof Bhaskar M G, Dr N.S Narahari and Dr C K Nagendra Guptha published a paper on “Consumer Preferences for Mid-Segment Electric Cars- An Indian perspective” at the International Journal of Engineering Research & Technology (IJERT) ISSN: 2278-0181, Vol. 9 Issue 07, July-2020

8. Dr. C K Nagendra Guptha, Lohit K V published a paper on “An Exploratory Study on E-Procurement and its Impact on Indian Firms” at Asia Pacific Journal of Research, Vol. 01, Special Issue X, pp 26-34, ISSN – Print – 2320 – 5504, E – ISSN – Online – 2347 – 4793

9. Dr. C K Nagendra Guptha, Arshia Naseer published a paper on “Application of Lean Practices for Industry 4.0 for Manufacturing Organizations” at Asia Pacific Journal of Research, Vol. 01, Special Issue X, pp 48-50, ISSN – Print – 2320 – 5504, E – ISSN – Online – 2347 – 4793

10. Dr C K Nagendra Guptha "A Case Study on Establishing Lean Practises through Value Stream Mapping" International Journal of Advance Research in Science and Engineering, vol 6, 1009-1018. 2017. 

11. Mamatha. K , H. V. Vasuki, Jagadish Mogaveera. B, Dr. C. K. Nagendra Guptha , "Application of Six Sigma Methodology to Reduce Rework at Earthmoving  Equipment "  International Journal of Engineering Science and Technology (IJEST), ISSN : 0975-5462, Vol. 6, No.7, July 2014 pp 417-422.
12. Mamatha. K , H. V. Vasuki, Jagadish Mogaveera. B, Dr. C. K. Nagendra Guptha, "Optimization of MIG Welding Process Parameters to Control Angular Distortion of A Fillet Weld in an Earthmoving Equipment Manufacturing Plant", International Journal of Advanced Research in Engineering and Technology (IJARET), ISSN 0976 – 6480(Print), ISSN 0976 – 6499(Online) Volume 5, Issue 6, June 2014, pp. 112-120 © IAEME
13. Harshavardhana, C K Nagendra Guptha, M Mohan Kumar, “Effective Management of Customer Complaints – A Study with Special Reference to Turbines Manufacturing Company”, International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research, Volume II, Issue 3 (II), June 2013, pp18 – 22.

National Conferences Publications:

1. Dr. NS Narahari, Dr CK Nagendra Gupta, Dr. MN Vijayakumar, Tracing the Evolution of Quality Management through the Industrial Revolutions A Conceptual Study, First ISQ Symposium 2022, during 23^rd-24^th September 2022 at RVCE

2. Archana M S, Narahari N S, C K Nagendra Gupta C K, Subramanya K N, “INSTITUTIONALIZING Entrepreneurship Education and Innovation Systems – A Case Study of an Institution in the Area of Technical Education”’ in the proceedings of the 38^th NIPM National Conference NATCON 2019 ON “India’sChanging Paradigms Skills and Entrepreneurship for Global Competitiveness held in Bangalore during September 25-27 2019

3. Srinivas Ananth, Dr CK Nagendra Guptha, presented a paper on “Block chain Technology for Mitigating Challenges in Configuration Management” presented in The One Day National Conference "Recent trends in Engineering Management" NCETEM-2018 organized by Department of Industrial Engineering & Management, JSS Academy of Technical Education, Bengaluru on 12^th December 2018.

4. Kumari Eshwari, Dr. C K Nagendra Guptha presented a paper on “Operations Allocation to Machines and Fixture Design for RQV Governor Components”, in the Proceedings of the National Conference on “Knowledge Dissemination of PG Projects & research Works” at R V College of Engineering, Bangalore during 7^th – 8^th May 2018

5. Nagabhushan S,  C.K. Nagendra Guptha "Study and analysis of demand supply of vegetables for Bangalore to reduce food waste" at National conference on Engineering Technology and Management, RVCE on 22^nd – 23^rd April 2016. 

6. Krupa Raj, C.K. Nagendra Guptha "Design and development of integer programming model for performance enhancement of LPG distribution network " at National conference on Engineering Technology and Management, RVCE on 22^nd – 23^rd April 2016.

7. Surabhi Hathwar, C.K. Nagendra Guptha, H. Sharath, "Implementation of Lean Using Value Stream Mapping in Pump Manufacturing Industry" at two day national conference on Advances in Research & Development and Dissemination of Interdisciplinary Developments for Sustainability held at RVCE during 25^th & 27^th April 2015.

8. Karthik Kumar N and C.K. Nagendra Guptha, "Carbon Footprint Analysis of zn Educational Institution" at two day national conference on Advances in Research & Development and Dissemination of Interdisciplinary Developments for Sustainability held at RVCE during 25^th & 27^th April 2015.

9. Rohan V. Swami, C.K. Nagendraguptha, N.S. Narahari, "Design & development of framework for Supply Chain Risk Management" at two day national conference on Advances in Research & Development and Dissemination of Interdisciplinary Developments for Sustainability held at RVCE during 25^th & 27^th April 2015.

10. Mamatha. K , H. V. Vasuki, Jagadish Mogaveera. B, Dr. C. K. Nagendra Guptha, "Implementation of Six Sigma Framework for a Fabrication Line in an Earthmoving Equipment Manufacturing Plant', in the proceedings of the Conference on Advances in Design, Manufacturing and Management (ADMM’14) held at R V college of Engineering, Bangalore on 23rd May 2014.

11. C K Nagendra Guptha, G Bharathi, Dr. G L Shekar, Optimization Modeling of Reverse Logistics Network for Electronic Waste in the Bruhath Bangalore Mahanagara Palike Region, in the proceedings of the Conference on Design Manufacturing and Management held at R V college of Engineering, Bangalore on 23rd May 2013.
12. Harsha Vardhana L, C. K. Nagendra Guptha, .M. Mohan Kumar, A Study on Effective Customer Complaints System at Manufacturing Company, in the proceedings of the Conference on Design Manufacturing and Management held at R V college of Engineering, Bangalore on 23rd May 2013.
13. Rituparna Srinivas, C K Nagendra Guptha, Application of GIS and TSP Algotithm in Logistics Scheduling, in the proceedings of National Students Symposium held at East West Institute of Technology, 4th May 2011 (The paper won 2nd prize).
14. C K Nagendra Guptha, Prof. K S Badarinarayana, Prof. N S Narahari (2006) “An Overview of Emerging Reverse Supply Chain Networks” at 48th National Convention of Indian Institution of Industrial Engineering, Bangalore(29-30 September 2006).
15. Manasa R. Nadig,  Swathi Parthasarathi, C.K. Nagendra Guptha, Prof. K.S. Badarinarayana (2006) “Evolution Of Reverse Logistics – A Review”, at 48th National Convention of Indian Institution of Industrial Engineering, Bangalore(29-30 September 2006).
16. B.P Mahesh, M.S. Prabhuswamy, S. Thirumalai and C.K. Nagendra Guptha (2006) “Continual Quality Improvement of Processes in Professional Education Through Six Sigma Philosophy” at All India Seminar on Organizational Performance Improvement Techniques, Nagpur (18 – 19 March 2006).
17. K.V.S. Rajeswara Rao, Dr. B. Bakkappa, Prof. K.S. Badarinarayana and C.K. Nagendra Guptha (2006) Abstract Paper titled “Quality of Work Life in Business Process Outsourcing Industry”  at All India Seminar on Organizational Performance Improvement Techniques, Nagpur (18 – 19 March 2006).
18. C.K. Nagendra Guptha, K.V.S Rajeswara Rao and Prof. K.S. Badanraianaraya (2005):  “Improving Supply Chains Visibility through RFID” 47th National Conference of IIIE to be conducted at Pune in November 2005.
19. Prof. K S Badarinarayana, K N Subramanya, C K Nagendra Guptha(2005); Capacity Planning and Scheduling at a CNC Shop – A Case Study, Proceedings of the 47th Annual Convention of Indian Institution of Industrial Engineering, Pune, in November 2005.
20. K V S Rajeshwara Rao, C K Nagendra Guptha, and N S Narahari (2004); “TQM in  Education – The Theory and Practice”, 46th National Convention of Indian Institution of Industrial Engineering, Trivandrum.
21. K V S Rajeshwara Rao, C K Nagendra Guptha, and N S Narahari (2004); “ Knowledge Management – The Key to Competitive Edge”, 34th ISTE Annual Convention & National Seminar, 18-20 December, 2004.
22. K V S Rajeshwara Rao, R Balasubramanian, C K Nagendra Guptha, and N S Narahari (2003); “Design Of Knowledge  Management System For HMT Corporate Planning Division ”, 45th National Conference of the Indian Institution of Industrial Engineering, 13th  December 2003, Delhi.
23. C K Nagendra Guptha, N S Narahari and K V S Rajeshwara Rao (2002); “Simulation Of Layout For The Assembly Of Energy Meter”, 44th National Convention of Indian Institution of Industrial Engineering on 22nd and 23rd November 2002, Mumbai.
24. C K Nagendra Guptha, D Venugopal Setty and N S Narahari (2002); “Achieving World Class Quality Using Shainin’s Design Of Experiment Techniques”, 44th National Convention of Indian Institution of Industrial Engineering on 22nd and 23rd November 2002, Mumbai.
25. C K Nagendra Guptha and K N Subramanya (2001); “Design of Cellular Layout and CAPP for Medium and Large Electrical Motor / Alternator Components”, National Conference on Computer Integrated Design and Manufacturing, Coimbatore.
26. C K Nagendra Guptha and N S Narahari (2001); “SCM Framework For Technical Education – An Appraisal”, 43rd National Convention of Indian Institution of Industrial Engineering on 7th and 8th September 2001, Chennai.
27. C K Nagendra Guptha and Dr. Arunoday Saha (1996); “Factors Responsible for Delays Completion of Projects in India”, 1st Annual Conference on Management and Infotech: Emerging issues and Challenges, Patiala.
28. C K Nagendra Guptha and Dr. G L Shekar (1989); “Computer Aided Quality Control”, Proceedings of 5th National Convention of Production Engineers, Roorkee.

International Conferences Publications:

1. Dr. C K Nagendra Guptha, Dr Ramaa A, “Back Order Prediction Using Machine Learning” ,in the proceedings of the Indian Institution of Industrial Engineering 65^th National Convention and 7^th International Conference & National Productivity Contest held during 15-17 December 2023 at BMS College of Engineering.

2. Vivekanand S Gogi, Dr. C K Nagendra Guptha presented a paper on “Study & Analysis of Impact of Clustering of Machines On Performance Of Automated Storage And Retrieval System” at 4^th International Conference on Functional Materials, Manufacturing & Performances (ICFMMP 2023) from 25^th to 26^th  August 2023 organized by Lovely Professional University in association with AIP Conference Proceedings (SCOPUS Index: 0.26),  .

3. Dr C K Nagendra Guptha “Identification of emerging challenges and opportunities in the Handicraft industries in Channapatna Region” in the proceedings of International Conference  on " Emerging trends, challenges & opportunities in Global Business, Management & Technology  on June 8^th & 9^th  2023, organized by VTU Department of Management Studies in association with Association of Indian Management Schools

4. Dr C.K Nagendra Guptha, Dr K.N Subramanya, Dr N S Narahari, Dr Vikram N B, a paper titled, “Optimization of Process Parametersin the Fabrication of Thin Film Solar Cells” in the proceedings of the 8^th International Conference on Business Analytics and Intelligence 2021 (ICBAI 2021). Organized by Analytics Society of India, at Department of Management Studies, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore during 20 – 22 December 2021.

5. Dr C.K Nagendra Guptha, Dr K.N Subramanya, Dr Poonam Ghuli, Dr Shanta Rangaswamy presented a paper on “Application of Block Chain Technology and Machine Learning for Enhanced Supply chain Performance” at International Conference on Mainstream Block chain Implementation(ICOMBI) 2020 Theme- “Challenges and issues for Effective Governance” organized by Global Engineers Forum (GEF) Affiliated Under the International Enterprise Engineering Foundation (IEEF) during 21-22, February 2020

6. Dr. C K Nagendra Guptha, Mrs Archana presented a paper on “Design and Fabrication of IoT enabled Temperature Sensor Calibration Experimental Setup for Metrology Lab” at 3^rd IEEE International Conference on Computational Systems and Information Technology for Sustainable Solutions 2018, ISBN: 978-1-5386-6078-2, pp. 333-336

7. Dr. C K Nagendra Guptha, Mr. Bhaskar M G presented a paper on “Design of IoT Architecture for order picking in a typical warehouse” at 3^rd IEEE International Conference on Computational Systems and Information Technology for Sustainable Solutions 2018, ISBN: 978-1-5386-6078-2, pp. 50-53

8. Rakshith Srujan, Manoj K Y, Pallavi M, Archana M S, C K Nagendra Guptha, Shailesh M R presented a paper on “Design and Fabrication of IoT enabled Temperature Sensor Calibration Experimental Setup for Metrology Lab”, in the proceedings of 3^rd International Conference on Computational Systems and Information Technology for Sustainable Solutions (CSITSS – 2018) technically Co-sponsored by IEEE, organized at R V College of Engineering, Bangalore during 20th -22nd December 2018.

9. Dr. C K Nagendra Guptha, Bhaskar M G, Meghasree V presented a paper on “Design of IoT Architecture for order picking in a typical warehouse”, in the proceedings of the 3rd International Conference on Computational Systems and Information Technology for Sustainable Solutions (CSITSS – 2018) technically Co-sponsored by IEEE, organized at R V College of Engineering, Bangalore during 20th - 22nd December 2018.

10. Dr. K N Subramanya, Dr. N S Narahari, Dr. C.K Nagendra Guptha presented a paper on “Institutionalizing Entrepreneurship Education And Innovation Systems - Case Study Of An Institution In The Area Of Technical Education” at International Conference on Transformations in Engineering Education - Imparting Futuristic skills(ICTIEE AP'-18) at SRM University - AP Amaravati during 15th – 17th July 2018

11. Dr. C K Nagendra Guptha "A Case study on Establishing Lean Concepts Through Value Stream Mapping" 5^th International Conference on Emerging Trends in Engineering, Science, Technology and Management in August 2017

12. C K Nagendra Guptha, G Bharathi, Sunil R Yalamalle, Dr. G L Shekar, Simulation of Reverse Logistics Flow of a Personal Computer in Bruhath Bangalore Mahanagara Palike Region, in the proceeding of the International Conference on Advanced Materials Manufacturing Management and Thermal Sciences, held at Siddaganga Institute of Technology, Tumkur during 3rd & 4th May 2013.
13. Anand, C K Nagendra Guptha, Aravind N S, Process Benchmarking for Manufacturing Industry, in the proceeding of the International Conference on Advanced Materials Manufacturing Management and Thermal Sciences, held at Siddaganga Institute of Technology, Tumkur during 3rd & 4th May 2013.
14. Harsha N, Punith Maharshi Y.R and C.K. Nagendra Guptha, Importance of Information Sharing In Construction Supply Chain Management in the Proceedings of Tenth AIMS International Conference on Management, held at Indian Institute of Management, Bangalore during January 6-9, 2013, pp 3719 - 3722.
15. Kiran. P. N, Somaiah K.P, C.K. Nagendra Guptha, Integrating Lean and Agile in Supply Chain Management: A Review in the Proceedings of Tenth AIMS International Conference on Management, held at Indian Institute of Management, Bangalore during January 6-9, 2013, pp 3711- 3718.
16. Anand, Swati R Kulkarni, C K Nagendra Guptha, Supply Chain Framework for Managing Disasters: An Indian Perspective, in the Proceedings of International Conference on Business and Management organised by Academic Research Publishers, UAE, Sponsored by Visvesvaraya Technological University, Belgaum, held at Cambridge Institute of Technology, Bangalore during 28th and 29th December 2012.
17. Harsha N., Mr. C.K. Nagendra Gupta, Application Of Lean Manufacturing Principles In Construction Industries, in the Proceedings of International Conference on Challenges and Opportunities in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering and Management Studies (ICCOMIM 2012), held at Department of IEM, M S Ramaiah Institute of Technology, during 11-13 July 2012, Bonfring Publishers, pp 748-752, ISBN: 978-93-82338-05-5.
18. Punith Maharshi Y.R., Mr. C.K. Nagendra Guptha, Cloud Computing For Effective Supply Chain Management, in the Proceedings of International Conference on Challenges and Opportunities in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering and Management Studies (ICCOMIM 2012), held at Department of IEM, M S Ramaiah Institute of Technology, during 11-13 July 2012, Bonfring Publishers, pp 893, ISBN: 978-93-82338-05-5.
19. Sunil RY, Dr. A V Suresh, C K Nagendra Guptha (2009), “Electronic Procurement: a Literature Review and Directions for Future Research”, International Conference on Latest Trends in Simulation Modeling and Analysis, Department of Mechanical Engineering, NIT Calicut, 17-19 December 2009.
20. Pramod, C K Nagendra Gptha, Shilpa. Competency Mapping for a leading Technical Institution to assist the Strategic sourcing of talent and for Quality Improvement, International Conference at Indian Institute of Management, Kozhikode, May 21-23, 2009.
21. C K Nagendra Guptha, Dr. G L Shekar (2008) “A Study on Electronic Waste Management system in Bangalore”, International Conference On Issues And Challenges In Supply Chain Management, Department of Mechanical Engineering, ITBHU, Varanasi, 28-30th March 2008.
22. B.P Mahesh, M.S. Prabhuswamy, S. Thirumalai and C.K. Nagendra Guptha (2005) “Augmentation of Quality Culture using Six Sigma Methodology” IX  Annual International Conference of the Society of Operations Management, Pondicherry, 16th  – 18th  Dec 2005.
23. C K Nagendra Guptha, N S Narahari and K V S Rajeshwara Rao (2003); “Decision Support System for Spare Parts Management”, 6th International Conference of the Association of Asia-Pacific Operational Research Societies within IFORS on 8th  and 10th  December 2003, Delhi.
24. C K Nagendra Guptha, D Venugopal Setty and N S Narahari (2003); “Application of Taguchi’s techniques for Optimizing Pelletization Process Parameters”, 6th International Conference of the Association of Asia-Pacific Operational Research Societies within IFORS on 8th  and 10th  December 2003, Delhi.
25. C K Nagendra Guptha, K V S Rajeswara Rao and N S Narahari (2002); “Application of Taguchi’s Methodology for Manufacturing Process Optimization”, ICORD – 2002 , International Conference of Operations Research Society of India during 27 – 30  December 2002, Chennai

Books / Chapters:

1. M S Pramod, C K Nagendra Guptha (2012), “Competency Mapping for a Leading Technical Institution to assist Strategic Sourcing of Talent and for Quality improvement” is published as a Chapter in the Book titled “Competitive Advantage through Globalization”, edited by Dr. P R Bhat Professor, IIM Kozhikode, published by Macmillan Publishers India Ltd, 2012, ISBN: 9789350590904.
2. K V S Rajeshwara Rao, C K Nagendra Guptha, and N S Narahari (2004); “TQM in  Education – The Theory and Practice”, 46th National Convention of Indian Institution of Industrial Engineering, Trivandrum is published as a Case Study by Dr. Uday Kumar Haldar in his book titled “Total Quality Management – Text & Cases”, published by Dhanpat Rai & Co. (P) Ltd. Delhi, 2007.

3. Vishwal Moogi, Dr. C K Nagendra Guptha published article titled “Process Improvement Studies Through Lean Methodologies in a Steam Turbine Industry”, Published in the book titled “Advances in Mechanical Engineering in the Era of New Technologies”, Editors: Jayanta Kumar Nath, Sasmeeta Tripathy, Bibhuti Bhusan Pradhan, Rajendra Prasad Mohanty. Copyright © 2020, Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan (Deemed to be University), Bhubaneswar, Odisha, INDIA. ISBN 978-81-930417-3-4, Page no 120 -125

Awards: 

• Awarded Silver Global Jury Award 2021 by Wadhwani Foundation in recognition of evaluating a significant number of student startup proposals worldwide and guiding future entrepreneurs globally.

• Conferred with “Dr. S R GOLLAPUDI AWARD 2010” in recognition of substantial contribution to the Industrial Engineering profession and or the Institution activities by Indian Institution of Industrial Engineering. The Award was presented during IIIE 53^rd National Convention on 15^th December 2011 at SCOPE Convention Centre, New Delhi.

• Fellow of Indian Institution of Industrial Engineering awarded on 5^th December 2009 at the 51^st National Convention of IIIE, Nagpur.

• Honoured in the Annual Get together Function of Rastreeya Sikshana Samithi Trust held on 26^th January 2010 at R. V. Dental College Auditorium, Bangalore, for achieving excellence in education.

• Certificate Honour awarded for achieving academic excellence through research publications / presentations on 9th September 2008 by Indian Society for Technical Education, RVCE Chapter, Bangalore.

• Honoured in the Annual Get together Function of Rastreeya Sikshana Samithi Trust held on 26^th January 2003 at R. V. Teachers College Auditorium, Bangalore, for presenting papers in the proceedings of the National Seminars.

• Honoured in the Annual Get together Function of Rastreeya Sikshana Samithi Trust held on 26^th January 2002 at R. V. Teachers College Auditorium, Bangalore, for presenting papers in the proceedings of the National Seminars.

Funded Projects Executed:

1. Project Coordinator, “Entrepreneurship Development Cell” funded by National Science and Technology Entrepreneurship Development Board (NSTEDB), Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India, New Delhi, 2007-2012, Rs 3320426.00.
2.  Principal Investigator, “Competency Mapping for a Technical Education Institution” funded by DRDO, New Delhi, 2007, Rs. 5,00,000.00.

Consultancy Work:

1. Member of Consultancy Team of Indian Institution of Industrial Engineering for Consultancy Work of Benchmarking Studies at Bharath Earth Movers Ltd., Bangalore
2. Member of Consultancy Team for Consultancy Work of Redesign of Plant Layout at OM Pharmaceuticals Ltd., Bangalore

Training Program Conducted

• Training on Lean Manufacturing and Total Quality Management for 23 Employees of Nexthermal Mfg. (I) Pvt. Ltd. During 10th and 13th October 2023, revenue generated is Rs 1,08,560 

Funded Projects Executed / Programs Conducted - 6

1. Coordinator – Faculty Development Program on “Applications of Operations Research in Logistics and Transport Sector” under TEQIP – II Initiative at R V College of Engineering during 26^th to 30^th November 2013.

2. Project Coordinator, “Entrepreneurship Development Cell” funded by National Science and Technology Entrepreneurship Development Board (NSTEDB), Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India, New Delhi, 2007-2012.

3. Coordinator – Faculty Development Programs on Entrepreneurship supported by Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India, Ahmadabad, funded by National Science and Technology Entrepreneurship Development Board (NSTEDB), Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India, New Delhi at R V College of Engineering during 9^th to 21^st January 2012 and 23^rd December 2013 to 4^th January 2014.

4. Coordinator – Entrepreneurship Development Program supported by Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India, Ahmadabad, funded by National Science and Technology Entrepreneurship Development Board (NSTEDB), Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India, New Delhi at R V College of Engineering during 1^st to 30^th January 2010.

5. Principal Investigator, “Competency Mapping for a Technical Education Institution” funded by DRDO, New Delhi, 2007.

6. Coordinator for One week STTP on “World Class Management Practices for Managing Professional Institutions” at R.V. College Of Engineering, Bangalore during 23-28 August 2004.

Ph. D Scholars Supervised - 5

Professional Certification

• National Entrepreneurship Network (NEN) Certified Mentor, 2011.

• National Entrepreneurship Network (NEN) Certified Trainer, 2009.

University Assignments

• Life Member – NIE Society, The National Institute of Engineering, Mysore.

• Coordinator and Faculty for the subject “Supply Chain Management”, August – November 2011, VTU – EDUSAT Program 15, VTU e-Learning Centre, Visvesvaraya Technological University, Belgaum.

• Member, Board of Examination, Industrial Engineering & Management / Industrial & Production Engineering / Manufacturing Science & Engineering Composite Board, Visvesvaraya Technological University (2010 - 11).

• Resource Person, Entrepreneurship Development Cell, Visvesvaraya Technological University, Belgaum 2010 - 11.

• Member – Board of Studies, Industrial Engineering and Management Department, M S Ramaiah Institute of Technology, Bangalore, since 2021.

• Member – Board of Studies, Industrial Production Department, The National Institute of Engineering, Mysore, since 2018.

• Member – Board of Studies, Dr. Ambedkar Institute of Technology, Bangalore 2016 - 18.

• Member – Board of Examiners, Industrial Engineering and Management Department, BMS College of Engineering, Bangalore since 2022.

• Member – Board of Examiners, Dr. Ambedkar Institute of Technology, Bangalore since 2015 – 18.

• Member – Board of Examiners, Siddaganga Institute of Technology, Tumkur since 2015 - 17.

• Member – Board of Examiners, M S Ramaiah Institute of Technology, Bangalore since 2014 - 16.

• Participated as Expert for Quality Control Audit of Autonomous Examination System - Department Level Department of Industrial Engineering & Management, Dayananda Sagar College of Engineering, Bangalore on 31/01/2018.

• Member – Department Research Committee, Industrial Engineering and Management Department, JSS Academy For Technical Education, Bangalore since 2017.

• Member – Department Advisory Board, Industrial Engineering and Management Department, JSS Academy For Technical Education, Bangalore since 2017.

• Participated Syllabus Formulation, Visvesvaraya Technological University (2002, 2006, 2010).

• Model Question Paper Preparation, Visvesvaraya Technological University (2006).

• Squad Member, Visvesvaraya Technological University (2004).

• Examiner, Valuer, Reviewer for Visvesvaraya Technological University (since 2000).

• Examiner, Valuer for Bangalore University (1997 – 2000).

• Participated Syllabus Formulation Punjab Technical University (1996).

• Participated Syllabus Formulation Punjab University (1995).

• Examiner, Valuer for Punjab University (1995 – 97).

Session Chair – Conferences – 7

1. Dr C K Nagendra Guptha was the Session Chair at the 2nd International Conference on Emerging Applications of Material Science and Technology during 3-4 July 2024 organized by Dept. of IEM & Mech Engg, RVCE in association with Springer Publications.

2. Head Technical Committee for the Indian Institution of Industrial Engineering 7^th International Conference held during 15-17 December 2023 at BMS College of Engineering

3. Session Chairperson for the technical Sessions of “International Conference on Recent Trends in Mechanical Engineering (ICRDME-2023) on 3^rd and 4^th March 2023 at Siddaganga Institute of Technology, Tumkur

4. Session chair for two sessions in First ISQ Symposium organised by Indian Society for Quality on 23^rd-24^th September 2022 at RVCE

4. Session Chairperson for the technical Sessions of “International Conference on Sustainable Materials , Manufacturing & Industrial Engineering [ICSMMIE–2022] held during 1^st and 2^nd July 2022 at Siddaganga Institute of Technology, Tumkur

5. Session Co - Chairman for two Sessions on “Industrioal Engineering”, in the National Conference on Knowledge Dissemination of PG Projects and Research Works, Jointly organized by Sustainability Management, Internal Quality Assurance Cell and IEEE Student Chapter of R V College of Engineering, Bangalore, during 7^th – 8^th May 2018.

6. Session Chairman for two Sessions on “Product and Process Innovations” and “Manufacturing Technologies”, in the 4^th International Conference on Industrial Engineering, organized by Department of Mechanical Engineeringm S. V. National institute of Technology, Surat, in association with Indian institution of Industrial Engineering during 21^st – 23^rd December 2017.

7. Chairman and Co-Chairman for Technical Sessions in the 7^th international Congress of Environmental Research held at Bangalore organized by R V College of Engineering in collaboration with Journal of Environmental Research and Development, Bhopal during 26 – 28 December 2014.