Prof. Janat Shah

Board of Directors

Prof. Janat Shah
Independent Director


Prof. Janat Shah’s career showcases a deep commitment to academia, particularly in Operations Management. From a mechanical engineer at IIT Mumbai to a fellow in management from IIM Ahmedabad, his journey underscores dedication to learning. With nearly two decades at IIM Bangalore and as founding director at IIM Udaipur, he’s shaped academic landscapes. His book on Supply Chain Management is widely used and his global standing is solidified through affiliations with Nottingham University. Prof. Shah’s impact extends beyond academia to consulting in the corporate world, where his ability to bridge theory and practice is highly valued.

His other directorships include:

1. Secure Meters Limited – Director appointed in casual vacancy
2. Indian Institute of Management, Visakhapatnam, Director
3. Seva mandir, Trustee and President
4. Vidhya Bhavan Society, Member
5. Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra – Member of Board of Governors
6. Centre for Micro Finance – Chairman of Board of Governors
7. Indraprastha Institute of Information Technology, Delhi, Director
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