Dilip Kumar Achal earned a B.Sc in 1987 from the Jawaharlal Nehru University, an M.Sc in 2001 from Madras University, an MBA in Human Resources in 2011 from IGNOU New Delhi, an MBA in Human Resources in 2011, and an M.Phil in 2022 from Panjab University. He is now pursuing a PhD degree in the Faculty of Management Studies, CMS Business School at Jain (deemed to be a University), Bengaluru. His tenure of over three decades in the Indian Army has resulted in a number of publications in military journals, for which he was awarded the Scholar Warrior award by the Army’s doctrinal command. His research interests include Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Leadership, Administration, and Technology.

Dr. G.S. Vijaya holds a BE in Electrical & Electronics Engineering, an MBA, and a PhD, and is a distinguished Professor and Area Chair at the Decision Science Department, Faculty of Management Studies, CMS Business School, JAIN (deemed-to-be University), Bengaluru. With a career spanning more than two decades, she has held significant roles in both academia and industry, working at various prestigious Indian universities and Al Yamamah University in Saudi Arabia. She is a life member of the Indian Society for Technical Education, the International Association of Engineers in Singapore, and the Quality Circle Forum of India. She has contributed to the intellectual property domain with three patents. Her work has been showcased at various Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs), the Steel Authority of India Limited, and international forums such as the International Institute of Social and Economic Sciences (IISES) in Venice, Italy, Valencia, Spain, London, UK, and Paris, France. She has been a speaker at numerous Indian and Eurasian conferences. Blending teaching excellence with practical industry experience, Dr. Vijaya is a valuable asset to the academic community. Through her work, she fosters innovation and excellence in her field, making a lasting impact on students, scholars, and the broader academic landscape. Dr. Vijaya's dedication and expertise ensure she remains a leading figure in her domain, inspiring the next generation of academics and professionals.