Dr. Subhash Desai is an accomplished academician, researcher, and industry professional with an extensive career spanning over five decades across academia, research institutions, and corporate organizations. He has served as Professor Emeritus and Director at the School of Pure and Applied Sciences, Sabarmati University, Ahmedabad, and held senior academic positions at institutions such as SAL Institute of Technology & Engineering Research, Universal College of Engineering and Technology, and Nirma University.
He earned his Ph.D. in Computer Science (2012), M.Phil. in Computer Science (2004), M.Sc. in Mathematics (1969), and B.Sc. in Mathematics & Physics (1967). His academic journey also includes award-winning doctoral work and leadership roles in curriculum development, research supervision, and institutional governance.
Dr. Desai has guided seven Ph.D. scholars, served on multiple Boards of Studies, and delivered keynote addresses at national and international platforms. His prolific research output includes 70+ papers, book publications, and conference presentations. His specialization spans Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Mining, Image Processing, NLP, IoT, Blockchain, Networks, Algorithms, ERP, SCM, CRM, and Research Methodology. He has also filed a patent on handwritten Hindi character recognition using deep neural networks.
With significant industry expertise from roles such as Deputy General Manager – IT, Vice President – IT, Senior Manager – Systems, and Scientist-D at PRL, he brings a unique blend of academic and corporate insights. His contributions have been recognized through several national and international awards, including Lifetime Achievement Awards and a Best Doctoral Thesis Award from the University of Otago.
Data Science → Data Analysis →
– Artificial Intelligence
– Machine Learning
– Data Mining
– Image Processing
– Neural Networks
– Text Mining & Analytics
– Natural Language Processing
Engineering → Software Engineering →
– Internet of Things
– Blockchain Technology
Information Technology →
– Information Security
Business, Finance, Economics & Law → Business →
– ERP/CRM/SCM Implementation
Functional Expertise → Research →
– Research Methodology
Data & AI →
– Algorithm Design – ML (Machine Learning)
– Predictive Modeling
– Data Mining
– Image Processing
– Text Mining & Analytics
– Data Security
Research →
– Scientific and Technical Research
– Gap Analysis
– Technology Scouting
– Systematic Literature Review
Consulting →
– Scientific and Technical Consulting
– Business Strategy Consulting
– Operations Consulting (SCM/CRM/ERP)
Dr. Desai has held key academic and leadership roles including Director, Professor, Assistant Professor, Principal-in-charge, and senior IT management positions. His experience spans universities, engineering institutes, corporate IT departments, and research laboratories. He has contributed significantly to academic administration, research supervision, IT systems management, and technical consultancy across multiple sectors for over 50 years.
Institution Name: Sabarmati University
Job Title: Director – School of Pure and Applied Sciences
Description: Academic leadership and administration
Duration: Feb 2019 – Nov 2022
Institution Name: SAL Institute of Technology & Engineering Research
Job Title: Professor in CE/IT
Description: Teaching and academic responsibilities
Duration: Jan 2012 – Oct 2018
Institution Name: Universal College of Engineering and Technology
Job Title: I/C Principal
Description: Administrative and academic head
Duration: Jul 2011 – Jan 2012
Institution Name: Nirma University
Job Title: Assistant Professor & Section Head – IT
Description: Teaching and departmental management
Duration: Jul 2002 – Jun 2011
Company Name: Symphony Comfort Systems Ltd
Job Title: Deputy General Manager – IT
Duration: Aug 1999 – Jul 2002
Company Name: 7Soft Solutions
Job Title: Vice President – IT
Duration: Jun 1998 – Aug 1999
Company Name: Elecon Engineering Co. Ltd
Job Title: Sr. Manager – Systems
Duration: Nov 1997 – Jun 1998
Company Name: DDE ORGSYSTEMS Ltd
Job Title: SE Manager
Duration: Feb 1997 – Oct 1997
Company Name: Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Job Title: Sr. Manager – Systems
Duration: Apr 1994 – Feb 1997
Company Name: Asea Brown Boveri Ltd
Job Title: Sr. Manager – Systems
Duration: Aug 1991 – Apr 1994
Company Name: Sarabhai Electronics Ltd
Job Title: SE Manager
Duration: Feb 1980 – Aug 1991
Institution Name: Physical Research Laboratory (PRL)
Job Title: Scientist – D
Duration: Jul 1969 – Feb 1980
Dr. Desai holds advanced degrees in Computer Science and Mathematics, including a Ph.D. and M.Phil., supported by strong academic performance across all levels. His research spans supply chain management, logistics, forecasting, and computational models.
Institution Name: Veer Narmad South Gujarat University (VNSGU), Surat
Degree Title: Ph.D. (Computer Science)
Field/Description: Transforming Critical Logistics Operation of SCM
Duration: 2012
Institution Name: Gujarat Vidyapith
Degree Title: M.Phil (Computer Science)
Field/Description: Improvement of SCM Processes and Forecasting in DRP
Duration: 2004
Institution Name: M. S. University of Baroda
Degree Title: M.Sc (Mathematics)
Duration: 1969
Institution Name: Gujarat University
Degree Title: B.Sc (Mathematics, Physics)
Duration: 1967
Dr. Desai has authored over 70 research papers, books, and book chapters across AI, SCM, IoT, digital education, image processing, data mining, cybersecurity, and several interdisciplinary domains. His work spans international journals, national journals, international conferences, national conferences, and book publications.
Research Title: Review of Open AI Tools Supporting Higher Education – Tools Available on GitHub
Journal Name: International Journal of Electrical Systems (Scopus), Volume 20, No. 11s
ISSN: 1112-5209
Year: 2025
Research Title: Green SCM in Indian Automobile Industry
Journal Name: International Journal of Current Trends in Computer Sciences and Applications (CTCSA)
ISSN: 2643-6744
Year: 2022
Research Title: A Review on Shoulder Surfing Attack in Authentication Technique Using Cued Click Point (CCP)
Journal Name: International Journal of Advance Research in Science, Communication and Technology (IJARSCT)
ISSN: 2581-9429
Year: 2021
Research Title: Emerging Reverse LoT (Logistics of Things) as Extended IoT (Internet of Things)
Journal Name: British Journal of Computer, Networking and Information Technology (BJCNIT)
Year: 2019
Research Title: CRM Implementation in SME Sector: Case Study of Mobile Usage in India
Journal Name: Scienchar – Journal by Knowledge Publishing Group (KPG)
Year: 2019
Research Title: Use Artificial Intelligence to Reach Business Intelligence
Journal Name: Asian Journal of Computer Science Engineering (AJCSE)
ISSN: 2581-3781
Year: 2018
Research Title: Privatization and Autonomy of Indian Education Sector
Journal Name: International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research Review (IJMDRR)
ISSN: 2395-1877 / 2395-1885
Year: 2018
Research Title: Bridging Gap Between SCM and IoT Technology: A Novel Approach
Journal Name: Asian Journal of Computer Science Engineering (AJCSE)
ISSN: 2581-3781
Year: 2017
Research Title: Digital Education and Smart Country South Korea
Journal Name: International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (IJTSRD)
ISSN: 2456-6470
Year: 2017
Research Title: Organic Products: Change in Consumer Buying Behaviour and Its Sustainability
Journal Name: International Journal of Business and Management Invention (IJBMI)
ISSN: 2319-8028
Year: 2017
Research Title: Scope and Challenges of SCM in Fashion Design Technology
Journal Name: SCIREA Journal of Computer Science and Technology
Year: 2016
Research Title: Indian Business Environment and Foreign Dependencies
Journal Name: SCIREA Journal of Computer Science and Technology
Year: 2016
Research Title: Use of Bhagvad Geeta on Smartphone as Daily Activity
Journal Name: AIJSRE – An Interdisciplinary Journal of Scientific Research & Education
Year: 2016
Research Title: Study of Online Cyber Crimes in India
Journal Name: American Journal of Computer Science and Engineering Survey (AJCSES)
ISSN: 2349-7238
Year: 2016
Research Title: DENIM: Revolution in Textile Manufacturing
Journal Name: International Journal of Recent Trends in Engineering & Research (IJRTER)
ISSN: 2455-1457
Year: 2016
Research Title: Understanding IoT Management for Smart Refrigerator
Journal Name: International Journal for Scientific Research and Development (IJSRD)
ISSN: 2321-0163
Year: 2016
Research Title: Ontological Model of Educational Programs in Computer Science
Journal Name: International Journal for Scientific Research and Development (IJSRD)
ISSN: 2321-0163
Year: 2016
Research Title: Remember, the Robots Will Rule the Human Beings!
Journal Name: International Journal for Scientific Research and Development (IJSRD)
ISSN: 2321-0163
Year: 2016
Research Title: Precision Agriculture Using Greenhouse: Real Problems and Possible Solutions
Journal Name: IJAREST – International Journal of Advance Research in Engineering, Science and Technology
ISSN: 2393-9877 / 2394-2444
Year: 2015
Research Title: Study of Live Application Areas of Watermarking and Its Benefit to Society
Journal Name: International Journal of Emerging Technology and Advanced Engineering (IJETAE)
ISSN: 2250-2459
Year: 2015
Research Title: Various Data Mining Techniques Used to Study Student’s Academic Performance
Journal Name: International Journal of Computer Science and Mobile Applications (IJCSMA)
ISSN: 2321-8363
Year: 2015
Research Title: Agriculture Reforms Using Wireless Sensor Network
Journal Name: International Journal for Technological Research in Engineering (IJTRE)
ISSN: 2347-4718
Year: 2015
Research Title: Review of Imperceptible Techniques for Still Digital Image Watermarking
Journal Name: International Journal of Advanced Research in Computer Engineering & Technology (IJARCET)
Year: 2014
Research Title: Readymade Garments Retail Business in India: A Case Study of Pantaloon Retail (India) Ltd.
Journal Name: International Journal of Computer Science and Information Technology (IJCSIT)
ISSN: 0974-8385
Year: 2010
Research Title: MAP Language for IBM 1620 Computer
Journal Name: COMMON (EUROPE)
Year: 1975
Research Title: Ontology Tools for Text and Web Extraction
Journal Name: Journal of Information, Knowledge and Research in Computer Science and Applications, Volume 06, Issue 02
ISSN: 0975-6728
Year: 2021
Research Title: A Soft Computing Approach to Sharpen the Image Resolution for Face Recognition
Journal Name: Journal of the Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda, Volume 55, No. 1 (IV) (Science & Technology)
ISSN: 0025-0422
Year: 2021
Research Title: A Feature Based Extraction and Recognition Technique for Hindi Handwritten Character
Journal Name: NIRUPAN: An e-Journal of RBIMS, Volume 3, No. 2
ISSN: 2395-7123
Year: 2020
Research Title: An Implementation of Email Text Documents Classification using Naïve Bayes Algorithm
Journal Name: Juni Khyat Journal (UGC-CARE), Volume 10, Issue 7, No. 8
ISSN: 2278-6432
Year: 2020
Research Title: An Analysis on Multilevel Steganography Using Virtual Cryptography for Multimedia Application
Journal Name: Journal of Information and Computational Science (JOICS), Volume 10, Issue 5
ISSN: 1548-7741
Year: 2020
Research Title: Categorization of Email Text Documents Using Naïve Bayes Classifier
Journal Name: Mukt Shabd Journal (MSJ), Volume 9, Issue 4
ISSN: 2347-3150
Year: 2020
Research Title: Classification of Email Spam on Sales Data and Prediction Using Machine Learning Algorithms
Journal Name: Journal of Information and Computational Science (JOICS), Volume 9, Issue 12
ISSN: 1548-7741
Year: 2019
Research Title: Fourth-Party Logistics: A Knowledge Base Study
Journal Name: PACE – Journal of Research of Prestige Institute of Management Dewas
ISSN: 0976-0938
Year: 2019
Research Title: An Analysis of Qualitative Parameters to Enrich Students’ Performance for Imminent Post Graduate Course Selection
Journal Name: Indian Journal of Computer Science and Engineering (IJCSE), Vol. 9, No. 2
ISSN: e-ISSN 0976-5166, p-ISSN 2231-3850
Year: 2018
Research Title: A Study on Security of DICOM Images while Exchanging over Public Networks
Journal Name: NJSIT – National Journal of System and Information Technology, Volume 9, No. 2
ISSN: 0974-3308
Year: 2016
Research Title: E-Waste: Critical Issue for the Entire World
Journal Name: Nirupan: An e-Journal of RBIMS, Volume 1, No. 2
ISSN: 2395-7123
Year: 2016
Research Title: Managing ERP Implementation Issues by Understanding SCM
Journal Name: Journal of SCI-TECH, Volume 1, Issue 2
ISSN: 0974-9780
Year: 2010
Research Title: Use of ML (Machine Learning) for the Prediction of Chemical Reactions at High Temperatures
Conference Name: 3rd International CEO Social Sciences Congress, Alfred Nobel University, Ukraine
ISSN/ISBN: 978-605-73822-1-4
Year: 2021
Research Title: Application of Data Mining and Machine Learning Methods to Enhance the Effectiveness of Digital Marketing Strategies
Conference Name: International Conference on Pandemic and Business Sustainability (PBS–2021), Dr. N.G.P. Arts & Science College, Coimbatore
Year: 2021
Research Title: Handwritten Hindi Scripts Recognition Using Deep Learning Neural Network
Conference Name: 2nd International Conference on Recent Development in Engineering & Technology, Anand International College of Engineering, Jaipur
Year: 2021
Research Title: A Classification of Email Text Documents Using Machine Learning and NLP
Conference Name: International Virtual Conference on Machine Learning and AI in Digital Era, Sankara College, Coimbatore
Year: 2020
Research Title: Realignment of Education System
Conference Name: International Conference on Professional Development of Instructors in Higher Education, Vadodara
Year: 2018
Research Title: Value Base Creative Change in Our Life: Doing Ease of Business
Conference Name: 8th International Conference on Innovative Business Practices, Acropolis Faculty of Management & Research, Indore
ISSN/ISBN: 978-81-928573-5-0
Year: 2018
Research Title: Analysis of Student’s Psychology for Selection of IT Courses
Conference Name: 2nd International Conference on Research in Science, Engineering & Technology (ICRSET-2014), Dubai (UAE)
Year: 2014
Research Title: Efficiency Evaluation of Encryption Algorithms in Data Security
Conference Name: International Conference ICRTIET 2013, Rajiv Gandhi College of Engineering & Research, Nagpur
Year: 2013
Research Title: WWW: World Women Welfare – Our Social Obligation
Conference Name: International Conference on Economics, Finance & Education Research (EFER–2013), Tianjin, China
Year: 2013
Research Title: Using AHP Technique for DRP in SCM
Conference Name: Key West International Multidisciplinary Academic Conference, Florida, USA
Year: 2013
Research Title: Agricultural Prospects and Rural Economy in China and India
Conference Name: GECSA-12 International Conference on Global Economic Crisis & Strategic Advantage, Sinhgad Institute of Management, Pune
ISSN/ISBN: 978-81-910118-1-4
Year: 2012
Research Title: Effective Use of MLM in SCM Distribution Network
Conference Name: GIT–2010 International Conference on Green IT & Open Source, Pune
ISSN/ISBN: 978-93-80043-89-0
Year: 2010
Research Title: Understanding Disaster Management Issues by SCM Model
Conference Name: ICSCM–2008 International Conference on Issues & Challenges in Supply Chain Management, Banaras Hindu University
Year: 2008
Research Title: Identification of Key Issues in SCM Logistics Operation Through Simulator
Conference Name: ICDEM–2008 International Conference on Data Management, Bishop Heber College, Tamil Nadu
ISSN/ISBN: 978-81-906267-0-5
Year: 2008
Research Title: SCM Problems and Lateral Thinking Process
Conference Name: ICETAETS–2008 International Conference on Emerging Technologies & Applications, Saurashtra University, Rajkot
ISSN/ISBN: 978-81-906220-1-1
Year: 2008
Research Title: Machine Learning Techniques for Text Mining Using Ontology
Conference Name: National Multi-Disciplinary E-Conference 2021, Vidyabharati Trust College of BBA & BCA, Umrakh, Gujarat
Year: 2021
Research Title: Ontology Tools for Text and Web Extraction
Conference Name: National Multi-Disciplinary E-Conference 2021, Vidyabharati Trust College of BBA & BCA, Umrakh, Gujarat
Year: 2021
Research Title: Handwritten Hindi Character Recognition Using Deep Neural Network
Conference Name: NCRT-ECE-2020, National Conference on Recent Trends in Electronics & Communication Engineering, Andhra Pradesh
Year: 2020
Research Title: IT Implementation in Small Business Houses
Conference Name: SALCON’13 National Techfest, SAL Institute of Technology, Ahmedabad
Year: 2013
Research Title: Key Linkages Between Marketing Management and SCM
Conference Name: RBCON–2012 National Conference, R. B. Institute of Management Studies, Ahmedabad
Year: 2012
Research Title: BPL Gallery and SCM Distribution Network
Conference Name: SALCON’12 National Techfest, SAL Institute of Technology, Ahmedabad
Year: 2012
Research Title: Fun and Fraud by Teenagers in Cyber World
Conference Name: 5th PIMR National IT Conference, Indore
ISSN/ISBN: 978-81-7446-884-0
Year: 2010
Research Title: SE Practices: Simple Steps to Achieve SQA
Conference Name: NUCONE–2006 National Conference on Current Trends in Technology, Nirma University
ISSN/ISBN: 81-8424-140-2
Year: 2006
Research Title: Supply Water for Milk Supply
Seminar Name: ETA–2005 National Seminar, Saurashtra University, Rajkot
Year: 2005
Research Title: Dabbawala: Efficient and Economical Lunch Delivery SCM
Conference Name: BIG–2004 National Conference, Industry Group & CSI Kolkata Chapter
Year: 2004
Research Title: Manpower SCM Model for Indian Rural Development
Seminar Name: ETA–2004 National Seminar, Saurashtra University, Rajkot
Year: 2004
Research Title: Knowledge Management: We Know Too Much but Feel Too Little
Seminar Name: ETA–2004 National Seminar, Saurashtra University, Rajkot
Year: 2004
Research Title: The Application of Multimedia for Computer-Assisted Training Programs in Engineering Education
Seminar Name: ISTE State Level Seminar, Nirma Institute of Technology, Ahmedabad
Year: 2003
Research Title: Mobile Communication and Its Effect on SCM Processes in Rural Areas
Seminar Name: ETA–2003 National Seminar, Saurashtra University, Rajkot
Year: 2003
Research Title: Improvement of SCM Processes and Forecasting in DRP
Seminar Name: National Seminar by CSI Division VI, Sardar Patel University
Year: 2003
Research Title: Approach in Problem Solving for Computer-Based Application
Conference Name: National Students Convention by CSI, Surat
Year: 1991
Research Title: Considerations for MCA Curriculum
Seminar Name: National Seminar by CSI Division IV, Sardar Patel University
Year: 1991
Research Title: CAI for ORG 2001/330 Micro Computers
Conference Name: Annual Convention of CSI, New Delhi (CSI–81 Proceedings)
Year: 1981