RESEARCH/CREATIVE WORK

 

Grants and Contracts Received:

 

(1)   Principal Investigator of a National Science Foundation Grant, “US-India International Research, Education, and Industry Experiences for Students in Acoustics and Non-Destructive Evaluation. IRES,” NSF International Science and Engineering Division, Aug. 2006 to July 2008, Budget: $150,000.

(2)   “Showcasing Importance of Enterprise Resource Planning Systems to Business and Engineering Students,” Summer 2007, College of Business, Auburn University, Budget: $15,000.

(3)   Co-Principal Investigator of National Science Foundation Grant, “National Dissemination of Multimedia Case Studies that Bring Real-World Issues into Engineering Classrooms,” NSF Division of Education, July 2005 to Dec. 2006, Budget: $200,000.

(4)   Senior Personnel of a National Science Foundation Grant, “Initiating and Sustaining Industrial Renaissance through Innovative Partnerships,” NSF Division of Engineering, Aug. 2003 to July 2006, Budget: $600,000.

(5)   Co-Principal Investigator of a National Science Foundation Grant “Educating Engineers for the Information Age: A Real-World Case Studies Based Project,” NSF Division of Undergraduate Education, with P.K. Raju, Feb. 2001 to Jan. 2005, Budget: $525,000.

(6)   Co-Principal Investigator of a supplementary funding to conduct workshops at Chile, July 2004 to Jan. 2006, Budget: $30,146.

(7)   “Innovative Curriculum Design,” College of Business Summer Award, Budget: $10,000, Summer 2006.

(8)   Co-Principal Investigator of Planning Grant to study global design with particular reference to India, July 2004 to June 2005, Budget: $10,000.

(9)   Co-Principal Investigator of a National Science Foundation Grant to use research methodologies to develop multi-media courseware to bring real-world issues into classrooms, September 1999-August 2003, Total budget: $262,500.

(10)                       Co-Principal Investigator in two supplemental grants to provide research experience for undergraduates, NSF Division of Undergraduate Education, Jan. 2000 – Dec. 2001, with Raju, P.K. Budget: $25,000.

(11)                       Co-Principal Investigator of a special project to conduct a workshop that brings theory and practice together in engineering classrooms,  NSF Division of Undergraduate Education, with Raju, P.K. May 2000 - Dec. 2001, Budget: $42,986.

(12)                       Co-Principal Investigator of a National Science Foundation Grant to use research methodologies to develop case studies so that theory and practice could be brought together in classrooms, December 1997-August 2001, Total budget: $212,500.

(13)                       "Development of a CD-ROM for Case Studies," Raju, P.K. and Sankar, C.S. Thomas Walter Center for Technology Development, 1999, Budget: $12,000.

(14)                       “Development of a Video for Crist Power Plant,” Sankar, C.S., and Raju, P.K., Thomas Walter Center for Technology Management, 1998, Budget: $8,000

(15)                       "An Innovative Instructional Method to Develop Higher-Level Cognitive Skills of Undergraduate Students," Principal Investigations: Sankar, C.S., and Raju, P.K., Grant from the Daniel F. Breeden Endowment for Faculty Enhancement and Competitive Teaching Grant-in-Aid, 1996, Budget: $4,000.

(16)                       "Bringing Real-World Practices into the Class Room Using Case Studies," Principal Investigators: Raju, P.K. and Sankar, C.S. Summer grant from the Thomas Walter Center for Technology Management, 1996, Budget: $11,000.

(17)                       "Bringing Noise and Vibration Control Research Results into the Class Room Using Case Studies," Principal Investigators: Raju, P.K. and Sankar, C.S. Summer grant from the Thomas Walter Center for Technology Management, 1995, Budget: $13,000.

(18)                       "Bringing Real-World Issues to Classroom Using Information Technology: An Innovative Teaching Method," Principal Investigator: Sankar, C.S., Summer Research Grant, College of Business, 1995, Budget: $5,000.

(19)                       "Disconnect Between Strategies, Implementation, and Use of IT: Study in Construction Industry," Principal Investigator: Sankar, C.S., Summer research grant from the Department of Management, 1994, Budget: $5,000.

(20)                       "Study of IT Based Teaching Methods," Principal Investigator: Sankar, C.S., Summer research grant from the Thomas Walter Center for Technology Management, 1994, Budget: $7,000.

(21)                       "Study of Technologists and Manager in Utilities," Principal Investigator: Sankar, C.S., Summer research grant from Auburn Utilities Research Center, 1992, Budget: $5,000.

(22)                       "An International Survey Research on Reward Systems of Technologists in Information Technology Companies," Principal Investigator: Sankar, C.S., Summer research grant from the Department of Management, 1991, Budget: $5,000.

(23)                       "Career Perception of Information Technologists," Principal Investigator: Sankar, C.S.,  Grant-in-Aid from the Office of the Vice President for Research, February 1991, Budget: $500.  

(24)                       “Feasibility of Using the Syntax Computerized Model to Reduce Duplicative Reporting in the Federal Government,” Principal Investigator: A.M. McDonough, Research Assistant: Sankar, C.S., Grant from the Office of Management and Budget, Executive Office of the President, September 1979 to January 1980, Budget: $8,000.

(25)                       “A Theory of Multistage Contractual Incentives with Application to Design‑to‑cost,” Principal Investigators: R. Blanning and P. Kleindorfer, Research Assistant: Sankar, C.S., Grant from the Office of Naval Research., September 1978 to 79.

(26)                       “Study of the Use of MIS by Small Scale Industries,” Principal Investigators: A.K. Agarwal and Sankar, C.S., Grant from the Indian Institute of Management, Calcutta, 1976. Total Budget: Rs. 30,000.

                                                     

Books

 

  1. Chetan S. Sankar and Karl H. Rau, SAP R/3 Implementations in Multinational Corporations: Lessons from Case Studies, Cybertech Publishing, 2006.

 

  1. Chetan S. Sankar, Victor Mbarika, and P.K. Raju, “Use of Information Technologies in Businesses and Society: Learning through Real-World Case Studies,” Tavenner Publishers, 2006.

 

  1. Chetan S. Sankar and P.K. Raju, Information Systems in Enterprises: A Case Study Approach, Tavenner Publishers, 2003, 2nd edition, ISBN: 1-930208-69-3.

 

  1. P.K. Raju and Chetan S. Sankar, Introduction to Engineering through Case Studies, Tavenner Publishers, 2003, 3rd edition, ISBN: 1-930208-17-0.

 

  1. P.K. Raju and Chetan S. Sankar, Della Steam Plant Case Study: Should the Turbine be Shut-Off?  Tavenner Publishers, 2000, ISBN: 1-930208-01-4.

 

  1. Chetan S. Sankar and P.K. Raju, “Crist Power Plant Case Study,” Tavenner Publishers, 2000, ISBN: 1-930208-02-2.

 

  1. Chetan S. Sankar and P.K. Raju, Design of Field Joint for STS 51-L, Tavenner Publishers, 2000, ISBN: 1-930208-03-0.

 

  1. P.K. Raju and Chetan S. Sankar, Integrating Practice, Theory, and Design for Engineers, Tavenner Publishers, 2000, ISBN: 1-886855-48-X.

 

  1. Chetan S. Sankar and P.K. Raju, AUCNET USA Case Study, Tavenner Publishers, 2000, ISBN: 1-930208-04-9.

 

  1. Chetan S. Sankar and P.K. Raju, Chick-fil-A Case Study, Tavenner Publishers, 2000, ISBN: 1-930208-05-7.

 

  1. Justin Cochran, P.K. Raju, and Chetan S. Sankar, In Hot Water: A Cooling Tower Case Study, Tavenner Publishers, 2000, ISBN: 1-930208-21-9.

 

Article-length Publications

 

(I) Book Chapters:

 

(1)   Bradley, R., Mbarika, V., and Sankar, C.S. (2005). “A Tutorial on the Use of LITEE Multimedia Instructional Materials to Bring Real-World Issues to IS Undergraduate Classrooms,” a chapter in a book entitled, “Encyclopedia of Multimedia Technology and Network,” Idea Group Publishing, Hershey, PA, 2005, pp. 717-723.

 

(2)   Cumbie, B. Sankar, C.S., and Raju, P.K. (2005), “Facilitating Technology Transfer Among Engineering Community Members,” a chapter in a book entitled, “Encylopedia of Communities of Practice in Information and Knowledge Management, Editors: S. Clarke and E. Coakes, Idea Group Publishing. 

 

(3)   Raju, P.K., and Sankar, C.S. (2001). “Predictive maintanance: The Case of Della Steam Plant.”Chapter 19 in Innovations in competitive manufacturing, edited by Paul M. Swamidass. Boston: Kluwer Academic Press, 2000. p 215-227.

 

(4)   Raju, P.K. and Sankar, C.S. (1998). "Della Steam Plant CD-ROM," Received 1998 Premier Award for Outstanding Engineering Education Courseware.

 

(5)   Hamby, J.D. and Sankar, C.S. (1997). "Adopting Simulation Models from Military to Academics and Industry," In Igbaria, M., and Tan, M. (Editors), The Virtual Workplace, Idea Group Publishing.

 

(6)   Sankar, C.S. and Terase, N., (1996). “Information Systems that Support Global Alliances at General Motors," In Palvia, P., Palvia, S., and Roche, E.M. (Editors), Global Information Technology and Systems Management, Ivy Group Publishing, 592-609.

 

(7)   Sankar, C.S. and Whitman. J. (1995). "Global MIS Architecture Evolution at Manufacturers Hanover/Chemical Banking Corporation," In Elam, J. (Editor), Case Studies in Management Information Technology, Prentice-Hall Publishing.

 

(8)   Whitman, J., and Sankar, C.S. (1995). "Information Technology Choice in SHOW: A Multinational Accounting Firm," In Elam, J. (Editor), Case Studies in Management Information Technology, Prentice-Hall Publishing.

 

(9)   Byrd, T., Sankar, C.S., and McCreary, J. (1994). “Risks in Global Organizations,” In Deans, P.C. and Karwan, K.R. (Editors), Global Information Systems and Technology: Focus on the Organization and Its Functional Area. Harrisburg, PA: Idea Group Publishing, 514-539.

 

(10)                       Sankar, C.S. and Prabhakar, P.K. (1992). “Key Technological Components and Issues of Global Information Systems,” In Palvia, S., Palvia, P., and Zigli, R.M. (Editors), Global Issues on Information Technology Management, Harrisburg, PA: Idea Group Publishing, 249-275.

 

(11)                       Sankar, C.S. (1991). "Connectivity and the Distributed Computing Environment," Computer Systems Series: Software, Datapro Information Services Group, Cherry Hill, N.J. 1050: 1-10.

 

(II) Articles in Refereed Journals:

             

1.      Bradley, R. V., Mbarika, V., Sankar, C. S., Raju, P. K., and Kaba, B. (2007). ”Using Multimedia Instructional Materials in MIS Classrooms: A Tutorial,” Communications of the Association for Information Systems, 20(19): 260-281.

 

  1. Mehta, A., Clayton, H., and Sankar, C.S. (2007). “Impact of Multi-Media Case Studies on Improving Intrinsic Learning Motivation of Students,” Journal of Educational Technology Systems, forthcoming.

 

  1. Nair, A., Bliedung, N. Raju, P.K., Sankar, C.S. (2007).  “New Product Development At Briggs & Stratton: Design And Development Of K11 Engine,” International Journal of Information and Operations Management Education, 2(1): 58-72.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S., Varma, V., and Raju, P.K. (2007). ” Use of Case Studies in Engineering Education: Assessment of Changes in Cognitive Skills,” ASCE Journal of Professional Issues in Engineering Education & Practice, Forthcoming.

 

  1. Bradley, R.V., Sankar, C.S., Clayton, H.R., Mbarika, V., & Raju, P.K. (2007). “A study on the impact of GPA on perceived improvement of higher-order cognitive skills.” Decision Sciences Journal of Innovative Education, 5(1): 151-168.

 

  1. Cochran, J., Raju, P.K. and Sankar, C.S. (2005). “In Hot Water: Plant Vogtle Case Study,” Journal of STEM Education: Innovations and Research, 6(3&4): 41-67.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S., Raju, P.K., Nair, A., Patton, D., and Bleidung, N. (2005). “Enterprise Information Systems and Engineering Design at Briggs & Stratton: K11 Engine Development,” Journal of Information Technology Cases and Applications, 7(1): 21-40.

 

  1. Sridharan, P.S., Sankar, C.S., and Sankar, S. K, (2005). “Automating Control Systems for Servalakshmi Paper and Board: A Case Study,” Metamorphosis, 4(1): 52-63.

 

  1. Raju, P.K., Sankar, C.S. and Cook, J.A. (2004). “An Innovative Method to Teach Physics to 4-H Students,” 5(3&4):53-66, Journal of STEM Education: Innovations and Research.

 

  1. Xue, Y., Sankar, C.S., Raju, P.K. and Mbarika, V. (2004). “ Information Technology Outsourcing and Virtual Team,” Journal of Computer Information Systems.

 

  1. Raju, P.K., Sankar, C.S., and Xue, Y (2004). “A Curriculum to Enhance Decision-Making Skills of Technical Personnel Working in Teams,” European Journal of Engineering Education, 29(3): 437-450.

 

  1. Mbarika, V., Sankar, C.S., and Raju, P.K. (2003). “Role of Multimedia Instructional Materials on Multi-Criteria Technology and Engineering Decisions,” Decisions Sciences Journal of Innovative Education, 1(2): 225-258.

 

  1. Marghitu, D. Sankar, C.S.. and Raju, P.K. (2003). “Integrating a Real Life Engineering Case Study into the Syllabus of an Undergraduate Network Programming using HTML and Java course,” Journal of SMET Education: Innovations and Research, 4(1&2), Jan-June 2003, 37-42.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S. and Redman, C.A. (2003). “Results of an experiment comparing the Analysis of Chick-fil-A Case Study by virtual teams versus face-to-face teams,” Journal of SMET Education: Innovations and Research, 4(1&2): Jan-June 2003, 55-61.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S., Klesius, P., Raju, P.K., Ford, F.N. (2003). “Selection of Operating Systems for POS Terminals to Serve Business Functions at Chick-fil-A,” Journal of SMET Education: Innovations and Research, 4(1&2): Jan-June 2003.

 

  1. Mbarika, V., Sankar, C.S., and Raju, P.K. (2003), “Identification of Factors that Lead to Perceived Learning Improvements for Female Students,” IEEE Transactions on Education,  46(1): 26-36.

 

  1. McCreary, J. and Sankar, C.S. (2003). "Decision Making Strategies of Telecommunications Managers," Information Technology and Management, 4: 91-112,

 

  1. Raju, P.K., Sankar, C.S., Halpin, G., and Halpin, G., (2002), “Dissemination of Innovations from an Education Research Project through Focused Workshops,” Journal of SMET Education and Research, 3(3&4): 39-51.

 

  1. McManus, D. J., Sankar, C. S., Carr, H. H., & Ford, F. N. (2002). “Intraorganizational versus Interorganizational Uses and Benefits of Electronic Mail,”  Information Resources Management Journal, 15(3), July-Sept. 2002.

 

  1. Rau, K-H and Sankar, C.S. (2001). " Multiple Information Systems Coping with Growing and Changing Business: Robert Bosch Corporation," Journal of SMET Education: Innovations and Research, 2(3&4), 2(3&4): 19-38

 

  1. Sankar, C.S., and Raju, P.K. (2002). “Bringing Real-World Issues into Business Classrooms: An Innovative Multi-media Case Study Approach,” Journal of AMCIS, 8(14): 1-22,

 

  1. Mbarika, V.W., Sankar, C.S., Raju, P.K. and Raymond, J., (2001). “Importance of Learning-Driven Constructs on Perceived Skill Development when Using Multimedia Instructional Materials,” Journal of Educational Technology, 29(1): 67-87.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S. and Raju, P.K., (2001).  "Use of Multi-Media Courseware to Teach Real-World Decision Making Skills," Information Technology and Management, 2(4): 443-457.

 

  1. Sankar, A., Sankar, C.S., Raju, P.K., and Dasaka, V (2000). " Implications and Ramifications of Engineering Design of Field Joint for the Space Shuttle," Journal of SMET Education: Innovations and Research, 1(1): 37-62.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S. (1999). "Banks Mergers: Impact on Global MIS Architectures," Journal of Information Technology Cases and Applications,1(2): 47-63.

 

  1. Raju, P.K., and Sankar, C.S., (1999). "Teaching Real-World Issues Through Case Studies," Journal of Engineering Education, 88(4): 501-508.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S., Raju, P.K., Kler, M. (1999). "Crist Power Plant: Planning for a Maintenance Outage," Business Case Journal, 5(1&2): 122-145.

 

  1. Raju, P.K., and Sankar, C.S. (1999). “Impact of Case Studies in Improving Engineering Education,” Invited paper by the journal Creatividad Education Y Desarrollo, Chile.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S., and Liu, L., (1998). “Study of Job Characteristics and Organizational Progressiveness Posture in Singapore and Chinese Companies,” Journal of Global Information Technology Management, 1(3): 27-42.

 

  1. Turner, D.E., Sankar, C.S., and Rainer, K.R. (1998). “The Teaching of Telecommunications Management: Expectations and Delivery,” Journal of Computer Information Systems, XXXIX(2): 81-88.

 

  1. Raju, P.K. and Sankar, C.S. (1998). “Della Steam Plant: Should the Turbine be Shut-Off?” Case Research Journal, 18(1&2): 133-150.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S., Ford, F.N., and Terase, N. (1998). “Impact of Video-Conferencing in Teaching an Introductory MIS Course,” Journal of Educational Technology Systems, 26(1): 67-85.

 

  1. Snyder, C.R., Snyder, C.A., and Sankar, C.S. (1998). “Use of Information Technologies in the Process of Building the Boeing 777,” Journal of Information Technology Management, IX(III): 31-42.

 

  1. Hingorani, K., Sankar, C.S., and Kramer, S., (1998). “Teaching Project Management Through an Information-Technology Based Method,” Project Management Journal, March ’98, 29(1): 10-21, Received 1997 Paper of the Year Award.

 

  1. Murali, C.S. and Sankar, C.S. (1997). “Issues in Estimating Real-Time Data Communications Software Projects,” Information and Software Technology, 39(1997): 399-402.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S., and Yeong, W.Y., (1997). “Factors Influencing Job Satisfaction of U.S.A., Singapore, and Indian Technical Personnel,” Engineering Management Journal, 9(3): 15-22.

 

  1. Mohan, R.S., Sankar, C.S., and Polythodorakis, E. (1996). "Challenges to Telecommunications Development in Greece: A Case Study at OTE," Journal of Information Technology Management, VII (2): 35-48.

 

  1. Byrd, T.A., Sankar, C.S., and Loh, L. (1996). "Strategies to Improve Job Satisfaction of U.S. Technical Personnel," Engineering Management Journal, 8(4): 33-43.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S. (1996). "Alternate Management Structures: The Case Study of a Corporate Executive Turned into a Strategic Partner," Vikalpa, 21(4): 55-58.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S. and Mohan, J. (1996). “Marketing Challenges Facing AUCNET USA: A Real-Time On-Line Auto Auction Company,” Business Case Journal, 4(2): 44-57.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S. and Mohan, J. (1996). “Information Technology Evolution at AUCNET USA: A Real-Time On-Line Auto Auction Company,” Business Case Journal, 4(2): 36-43.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S., Ford, N. and Bauer, M. (1995). “A DSS User Interface Model to Provide Consistency and Adaptability,” Decision Support Systems,  13: 93-104. 

 

  1. Sankar, C.S., Boulton, W.R., Davidson, N.,  Snyder, C.A., and Ussery, R.W. (1995). "Building a World Class Alliance: The Universal Card-TSYS Case," The Academy of Management Executive, 9(2): 20-29.

 

  1. Loh, L., Sankar, C.S., and  Yeong, W.Y. (1995). "Job Orientation, Perceptions, and Satisfaction: A Study of Information Technology Professionals in Singapore," Information & Management, 29:239-250.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S., Davidson, N., Miller, M. and Pipes, S. (1995).  "Contribution of Information Systems to Measuring Service Quality: Case Study at Total System Services, Inc.," Journal of International Technology Management, 6(1): 33-40.

 

  1. Hingorani, K. and Sankar, C.S. (1995). "Entry Level MIS Jobs: Industry Expectations Versus Academic Preparation," Journal of Computer Information Systems, 35(4): 18-27.

 
  1. Kramer, S.W., Sankar, C.S., and Hingorani, K. (1995). “Teaching Project-Management Issues Through Live Cases from Construction Sites," Journal of Professional Issues in Engineering Education and Practice, 121(4): 250-255.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S. and Whitman. J. (1995). "Global MIS Architecture Evolution at Manufacturers Hanover/Chemical Banking Corporation," Journal of the International Academy for Case Studies, 1(3): 56-64.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S., Kramer, S.W., and Hingorani, K. (1995). “Teaching Real-World Issues: Comparison of Written Versus Annotated Still Image Case Study,”Journal of Educational Technology Systems, 24(1): 31-53.

 

  1. Byrd, T.A., Sankar, C.S., and McCreary, J.D. (1995). "Strategic Risks Associated with Implementing Global Information Technology," Information Strategy: The Executive's Journal, 12: 39-43.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S. and Whitman, J. (1995). "Show Accountants: Choice Among Information Technology Architectures," Business Case Journal, pp. 9-20.

 

  1. Ahrens, J. and Sankar, C.S. (1993). “Improving Database Methods and Training for End-User Computing.”  MIS Quarterly, 17(4): 419-439.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S., Snyder, C., Harris, S., Boyles, W., and Ledbetter, W. (1993). “Transition of Technical Personnel to Managers: An Investigation in Information Technology Companies.” Engineering Management Journal, 5(4): 41-50.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S., Apte, U., and Palvia, P. (1993). “Alternative Global Information Architectures: Cost Tradeoffs.” International Journal of Information Management, 13: 84-93.

 

  1. McCreary, J., Boulton, W., and Sankar, C.S. (1993). “Global Telecommunications Strategies of Major Carriers.” Journal of Global Information Management, 1(2): 1-13.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S., and Marshall, T. (1993). “Database Design Support: An Empirical Investigation.” Journal of Database Management, 4(3): 4-14.

 

  1. Gastley, J., Snyder, C.A., and Sankar, C.S. (1992). “ Providing Services to Users Through Data Networks.”  Journal of Database Management, 3(4): 17-26. 

 

  1. Sankar, C.S., Ledbetter, B., Snyder, C., Roberts, T., McCreary, J., and Boyles, W.R. (1991). "Perceptions of Reward Systems by Technologists and Managers in Information Technology Companies," IEEE Transactions in Engineering Management, 38(4): 349-358.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S. (1991). "Evaluation Criteria for Data Dictionaries," Journal of Database Administration, 2(1):1-6.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S. and Hawkins, W.H. (1991). "The Role of User Interface Professionals in Large Software Projects," IEEE Transactions on Professional Communications, 34(2):94-100.

 

  1. Apte, A., Sankar, C.S., Thakur, M., and Turner, J.E. (1990). "Reusability-Based Strategy for Development of Information Systems: Implementation Experience of a Bank," MIS Quarterly, 14(4):420-433.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S. (1990). "A Framework to Integrate Applications, Management, and Movement of Information," Information Management Review, 5(3): 55-67.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S. (1986). "Integrating Information Systems in Bank Administration", Information Management Review, 2(1):37-47.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S. (1985). "Analysis of Names and Relationships Among Data Elements", Management Science, 31(7):888‑899.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S. (1983). "Reduction of Duplicate Names in Data Entry Forms", IEEE Transactions on Professional Communication, 26(4):204‑208.

 

  1. Blanning, R.W., Kleindorfer, P.R., and Sankar, C.S. (1982). "A Theory of Multistage Contractual Incentives with Applications to Design‑to‑Cost" The Naval Logistics Quarterly, 29(1): 1‑18.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S. and Sinha, B.K. (1976). "Linear Programming and MIS ‑ A Case Study", Decision, Management Thought, Research and Practice, 3(3):253‑282.

 

(III) Refereed Articles Published in Conference Proceedings:

 

  1. Montgomery,G., Sankar, C.S., and Raju, P.K. (2007). “Design And Implementation Of A Case Study And Multimedia Courseware For The Multidisciplinary Classroom,” Proceedings of the ASEE Conference, June 2007.

 

  1. Cumbie, B., Sankar, C.S., and Raju, P.K. (2007). “Lessons Learned From The Development Of A Knowledge Sharing System (KSS) Used To Develop And Sustain A Cross-Disciplinary Outreach Approach To Engineering Design,” Proceedings of the ASEE Conference, June 2007.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S., Mbrika, V., and Raju, P.K. (2007). “An Evaluation of a Workshop with a Focus on Fostering Teaching Excellence through Research,” Proceedings of the AMCIS 2007 Conference, August 2007.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S. and Raju, P.K. (2007). “An On-Line Instructor Support System To Support Business/ Engineering Classrooms,” Microsoft Academic Days Conference on Business Applications, Relational Databases, and Security, November 2007.

 

  1. Mbarika, V.W., Sankar, C.S., Datta, P., and Shipps, B.P., (2006). ”Use of Multimedia Case Studies to Teach Technical Subjects – A Multiple Experimental Study,” AMCIS Annual Conference, Acapulco, Mexico.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S., & Raju, P.K. (2006). “National dissemination of multi-media case studies that bring real-world issues into engineering classrooms: Pilot study,” ASEE Annual Conference, Chicago, IL.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S., & Raju, P.K. (2006). “Introduction to engineering through real-world case studies,” ASEE Annual Conference, Chicago, IL.

 

  1. Clayton, H., Sankar, C.S., & Thrasher, E. (2006).  “Integration of business applications and fundamental skills in an undergraduate business statistics course”, ASEE Annual Conference, Chicago, IL.

 

  1. Swamidass, P., Bulfin, B., Grieve, D., Sankar, C.S., and Vulusa, V. (2005)., “Succeeding in a Cross-Disciplinary, International, Student Design Team Project Across: Auburn University/University of Plymouth Experience,” 2005 ASEE Annual Conference, Portland, OR.

 

  1. Swamidass, P.M. , Sankar, C.S., Bulfin, B., Butler, D., Madsen, N., Raju, P.K., and  Sutton, C., (2005). “Problem solving process in student teams made of business and engineering students: An Investigation,” 2005 ASEE SE Section Conference, Chattanooga, TN.

 

  1. Bradley, R., Sankar, C.S., Clayton, H., Raju, P.K., and Mbarika, V. (2005). “An Empirical Investigation of the Impact of GPA on Perceived Improvement of Higher-Order Cognitive Skills,” 2005 AMCIS Conference, Omaha, NE.

 

  1. Raju, P.K. and Sankar, C.S. (2005). “Invited Lecture: Bringing Real-World Issues into Engineering Classrooms,” Innovative New Product Development: Marketing Meets Marketing Conference, Chennai, India, December 21-23, 2005.

13.  Swamidass, P., Sankar, C.S., Raju, P.K. (2004). “Case-based Problem-Solving Course Sequence in a Joint Business and Engineering Program,” ASEE Southeastern Conference, Auburn, AL.

14.  Halpin, G., Halpin, G., Raju, P.K., Sankar, C.S., and Beliston, L. (2004). “Real-World Problems in the Classroom: Vital in Engineering Education,” Frontiers in Engineering Education, Savannah, GA, Oct. 20-23, 2004.

15.  Raju, P.K. and Sankar, C.S. and Cook, J. (2004). “Development of IT-Intensive Science and Technology Instructional Materials to Bring Real-World Issues to 4-H Students,” ASEE Southeastern Conference, Auburn, AL.

 

  1. Bradley, R., Sankar, C.S., Clayton, H.R., and Raju, P.K. (2004). “Using Multimedia Instructional Material To Assess The Development Of Students’ Higher Order Cognitive Skills: An Empirical Examination,” Information Resource Management Association Annual Conference, New Orleans, LA.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S. and Raju, P.K. (2004). “Design and Development of a New Wireless Cell Site for Powertel: A Multimedia Case Study,” 2004 American Society for Engineering Education Conference.

 

  1. Sankar, S., Sankar, C.S., and Raju, P.K. (2004). “Teaching Science Concepts using LITEE Case Studies,” 2004 American Society for Engineering Education Conference.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S. and Raju, P.K. (2004). “Future of Engineering-Business Educaiton in the Technology-Design Fusion Era,” 2004 CII-NID Design Summit, December 2004.

 

  1. Patton, D.W., Sankar, C.S., and  Raju, P.K. (2003). “Connecting Theory and Practice in an Undergraduate Telecommunications Course” American Society for Engineering Education Southeast Section Conference, Macon, GA.

 

  1. Xue, Y., Sankar, C.S., and Mbarika, V.W., (2003). “Multimedia and Virtual Teams: Results of an Experimental Research” American Society for Engineering Education Southeast Section Conference, Macon, GA.

 

  1. Bradley, R.V. and Sankar, C.S. (2003). “Outcomes Assessment: Electronic Surveys Versus Paper-Based Surveys” American Society for Engineering Education, Southeast Section Conference, Macon, GA.

 

  1. Margitu, D., Raju, P.K. and Sankar C.S. (2003). “Use of Web tools to Enhance Student-Instructor Interactions: Experiences with WebCT and FrontPage” Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education International Conference, Albuquerque, NM.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S. and Raju, P.K. (2003). “Educating Engineers for the Information Age” Presented at the American Society for Engineering Education Conference, Nashville, TN.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S. and Raju, P.K. (2003). “Bringing Information Technology Issues into Engineering Classrooms” American Society for Engineering Education,  Nashville, TN.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S. Raju, P.K., Patton, D.W., and Bliedung, N. (2002).  “Design, Development, and Introduction of a New Product at Briggs & Stratton through SAP R/3" at the SAP Innovation Congress, Tampa, FL, Feb. 22-24, 2002.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S., Snyder, C.A., and Seghal, R. (2002). “Changes in IT strategies as a result of globalization in textile industry:  A case study analysis,” Americas Conference on Information Systems, Dallas, TX.

 

  1. Raju, P.K. Sankar, C.S. Halpin,G. and Halpin,G. (2002). “Dissemination of Innovations from Educational Research Projects: Experience with Focused Workshops” American Society for Engineering Education Conference, Montreal, Canada.

 

  1. Mbarika, V., Sankar, C.S., and Raju, P.K., “An Interplay of Gender and Multimedia Instructional Materials on Enhancing Higher-Order Cognitive Skills,” 2001 Americas Conference on Information Systems, Boston, MA, Aug. 2001.

 

  1. J. Ryan and Sankar, C.S. “Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program: How should the ERS Food Database be Modified?” 2001 North American Case Research Association, Memphis, TN, Oct. 2001.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S., and Raju, P.K. “Importance of Ethical and Business Issues in Making Engineering Design Decisions: Teaching through Case Studies,” American Society for Engineering Education, Albuquerque, NM, June 25-28, 2001.

 

  1. Raju, P.K., Sankar, C.S., Halpin, G., Halpin, G., and Good, J., “Evaluation of an Engineering Education Courseware Across Different Campuses,” Frontiers in Education 2000 Conference, Kansas City, MO, Oct. 18-20, 2000.

 

  1. Rau, K.H., and Sankar, C.S., “Multiple Information Systems Coping with Growing and Changing Business: Robert Bosch Corporation,” World Association for Case Method Research and Application, Budapest, July 2-5. 2000.

 

  1. Raju, P.K., Sankar, C.S., Halpin, G., and Halpin, G., “An Innovative Teaching Method to Improve Engineering Design Education,” American Society for Engineering Education, St. Louis, MO, June 2000.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S., and Raju, P.K. "Examples and Uses of Technical Case Studies," Society for Case Research, Chicago, IL, March 2000.

 

  1. Raju, P.K. and Sankar, C.S., "A Multi-Media Courseware that Applies Vibration Theories to Real-World Problems," 1999 Meeting of the Acoustical Society of America, 106(4): 2196, Nov. 1999.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S., and Raju, P.K. "Multi-Media Courseware to Bring Real-World Decision Making into Classrooms," 1999 Meeting of the Decision Sciences Institute, Nov. 1999.

 

  1. Raju, P.K. and Sankar, C.S., "Della Case Study: An Experiential Learning Methodology," 1999 Sigma Xi Annual Forum, Minneapolis, MN, Nov. 1999.

 

  1. Raju, P.K., Sankar, C.S., Halpin, G., and Halpin, G., "Bringing Theory and Practice together in Engineering Classrooms," 1999 Frontiers in Education Conference, Nov. 1999.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S., and Raju, P.K., "Example of a Multimedia Courseware Built by an Interdisciplinary Team,"  1999 Americas Conference on Information Systems, Aug. 1999.

 

  1. Raju, P.K. and Sankar, C.S., "Case Study Method of Instruction in Engineering Classrooms," Invited paper, 1999 South East Advanced Technological Education Consortium.

 

  1. Raju, P.K. and Sankar, C.S., "Strategies for Using Case Studies in Engineering Classrooms," Invited Paper, 1999 South East Advanced Technological Education Consortium.

 

  1. Hicks, J.C., Sankar, A., Sankar, C.S., and Raju, P.K., "Design of the Solid Rocket Booster Field Joint," 1999 Southeastern Case Research Association Conference, Feb. 1999.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S., and Raju, P.K., "Impact of Della Steam Plant CD-ROM in Integrating Research and Practice," 1998 North American Case Research Association, p. 118.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S., and Raju, P.K., "Crist Power Plant: Alternatives in Managing Outage of Unit #4," 1998 Decision Sciences Institute Conference, 3 pages in the CD-ROM.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S., Kler, M.F., and Raju, P.K. (1997). “Mars Power Plant: Alternatives in Managing Outage of Unit #4,” in the Proceedings of the 1997 North American Case Research Association, p. 67.

 

  1. Raju, P.K. and Sankar, C.S., (1997). “Teaching Real-World Issues through Case Studies,” Winner of 1997 American Society for Engineering Education, Southeastern Section Thomas C. Evans Instructional Unit Award Competition.

 

  1. Krishnamoorthy, M., Sankar, C.S., Prattipati, S.N., and Natarajan, N. (1997). “Global Opportunities for Business Schools: An Evaluation of Market for Management Education in India,” in the Proceedings of the 1997 Decision Sciences Institute, p. 424.

 

  1. Ahmad, H.A., and Sankar, C.S., (1997). “Use and Misuse of Collaborative Technologies in Global Business,” in the Proceedings of the 1997 Informatics in Multinational Enterprises Conference, pp. 43-52.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S., and Jones, C.E., (1997). “The Dynamics of Privatization in the Telecommunications Industry: An Examination of Telebras in Brazil,” in the Proceedings of the 1997 Informatics in Multinational Enterprises Conference, pp. 153-166.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S. (1996). "Video Conferencing in a Classroom," in the Proceedings of the 1996 International Engineering Management Society, pp. 591-595.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S., and Mohan, J. (1996). "AUCNET USA: Real-Time On-Line Auto Auction," in the Proceedings of the 1996 Decision Sciences Institute Conference, pp. 154-156.

 

  1. Wagner, A., Templeton, G.F., and Sankar, C.S. (1996), "An Integrative Model of the Impact of Telecommunications on Organizational Innovation, in the Proceedings of the 1996 Decision Sciences Institute Conference, p. 722.

 

  1. Ford, F.N. and Sankar, C.S. (1996), "Tracking Capital Projects: Lots of Data, Little Information, and Few Answers," in the Proceedings of the 1996 North American Case Research Association.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S., Ford, F.N., and Carr, H. (1996)."Design of Chemical Consignment Warehouse System," in the Proceedings of the 1996 North American Case Research Association.

 

  1. Snyder, C.R., Snyder, C.A., and Sankar, C.S. (1996). "The Boeing 777: Should Global Information Technology Replace Mock-Ups?" in the Proceedings of the 1996 North American Case Research Association.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S., and Raju, P.K. (1996). "An Instructor's Kit to Aid Development of Case Studies in Engineering and Technical Disciplines," in the Proceedings of the 1996 North American Case Research Association.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S., Kramer, S., and Hingorani, K. (1995). “Using Information Technology Based Case Studies to Teach Managerial Issues in Project Management,” in the Proceedings of          the 1995 Decision Sciences Institute, Winner of the innovative education award competition, pp. 9-11.

 

  1. Raju, P.K. and Sankar, C.S. (1995). “Della Steam Plant: Should the Turbine be Shut Off?” in the Proceedings of the 1995 North American Case Research Association Conference,  p. 66.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S., Kramer, S., and Hingorani, K. (1995). “An Analysis of the Low Impact of Information Technology in the Construction Industry,” in the Proceedings of the 1995 Information Resources Management Conference, pp. 233-234.

 

  1. Carr, H., Sankar, C.S., and Snyder, C. (1995). “Telecommunication Course for Business Students: What Should We Teach?” in the Proceedings of the 1995 Information Resources Management Conference, pp. 262-263.

 

  1. Whitman, J. and Sankar, C.S. (1994). "Information Technology Choice in SHOW: A Multinational Accounting Firm," Case Studies Track, in the Proceedings of the 1994 Decision Sciences Institute Conference, p. 208, Atlanta: Decision Sciences Institute.

 

  1. Davidson, N., Miller, M.D., and Sankar, C.S. (1994). "Total System Services, Inc., and the Quality Imperative," Case Studies Track, in the Proceedings of the 1994 Decision Sciences Institute Conference, p. 205, Atlanta: Decision Sciences Institute.

 

  1. Hingorani, K. and Sankar, C.S. (1994). "The MIS Undergraduate Curriculum: Does it Impart Adequate Skills for Entry Level Jobs?" in the Proceedings of the 1994 Decision Sciences Institute Conference, p. 890, Atlanta: Decision Sciences Institute.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S. and Whitman, J. (1994). "Global MIS Architecture Evolution at Manufacturers Chemical Banking Corporation," in Proceedings of the 1994 North American Case Research Association, New Orleans, November 1994, p. 92.

 

  1. McCreary, J. and Sankar, C.S. (1994). "A Framework for MIS Research in Telecommunications" In The Proceedings of the 1994 Information Resources Management Conference. Harrisburg, PA: Idea Group Publishing, pp. 382-383.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S., Liu, T-H., and Snyder, C.A. (1994). "IT's Role in Enhancing Quality in Service Industry," In  The Proceedings of the 1994 Information Resources Management Conference.  Harrisburg, PA: Idea Group Publishing, pp. 389-394.   

 

  1. Sankar, C.S., Snyder, C.A., and Boyles, W. (1993). "Major Human Resource Issues in the 21st Century IT Organizations," 1993 Information Resources Management Conference, Harrisburg, PA: Idea Group Publishing, pp. 136-139.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S. and Hingorani, K. (1993). "Technical Personnel to Managers: Transition Issues; Comparison Between Telecommunications and Unregulated Companies," 1993 Information Resources Management Conference, Harrisburg, PA: Idea Group Publishing, pp. 231-237.

 

  1. Denson, P., Otte, S., Kim, C., Sankar, C.S., and Snyder, C.A. (1993). "Telecommunications Networking in Cable New Industry," Southeast DSI Conference, February  1993, Chattanooga, TN, pp. 188-190..

 

  1. Whitman, M., Gehling, R., Sankar, C.S., and Hingorani, K. (1993). "Telecommunications in a University Environment," Southeast DSI Conference, February 1993, Chattanooga, TN, pp. 194-195.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S. and Snyder, C.A. (1992)."Managing Technologists Effectively: Is It an Issue?" 1992 International Engineering Management Conference, Oct. 25-28, 1992, pp. 54-57.

 

  1. Davidson, N. and Sankar, C.S. (1992). "There's more to Managing Global Networks than Controlling Technology," 1992 Information Resources Management Conference, May 1992, Harrisburg, PA: Idea Group Publishing, p. 389.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S. and Rath, D. (1992)."An Empirical Investigation of the Effectiveness of Object-Oriented Database Design," 1992 Information Resources Management Conference, May 1992, Harrisburg, PA: Idea Group Publishing, p. 64.

 

  1. Gastley, J., Snyder, C.A., and Sankar, C.S. (1992). "Providing Services to Users Through Data Networks," 1992 Information Resources Management Conference, May 1992, Harrisburg, PA: Idea Group Publishing, pp.382-387.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S., Snyder, C.A., and Ledbetter, W. (1992). "Critical Issues in Managing Technical Personnel,"  IEEE Southeastcon, April 1992, pp. 40-45.

 

  1. Nataraajan, R., and Sankar, C.S. (1992). "Interface Information Marketing: A Vital Aspect of a Customer-Oriented Corporate Strategy," IEEE Southeastcon '92, April 1992, pp. 331-334.

 

  1. Lewis, B., and Sankar, C.S. (1991)."An Integrated and Distributed Information Technology Model for Universities," 1991 Decision Sciences Institute Conference, November 1991, pp. 430-432.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S. (1991). "Decision Model to Choose Global MIS Centers," 1991 Decision Sciences Institute Conference, November 1991, pp. 879-881.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S. and Nataraajan, R. (1991). "Marketing Role of a Chief Information Officer," in the Proceedings of the 1991 Information Resources Management Conference, May 1991, pp. 290-293.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S. and Apte, A. (1991). "Strategic Potential of Global Information Networks for Medium and Small Scale Service Businesses," abstract published in the Proceedings of the 1991 Information Resources Management Conference, May 1991, p. 68.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S., and Ford, N. (1990). "The DSS User Interface Language: A Proposal," in the Proceedings of the 1990 Decision Sciences Institute Conference, November 1990, pp. 330-332.

 

  1. Palvia, P. and Sankar, C.S. (1990)."Architectural Alternatives and Issues in Designing Global Information Systems: Frameworks for Design and Research," in the Proceedings of the 1990 Decision Science Institute Conference, November 1990, p. 991.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S., Ledbetter, B., Snyder, C.A., McCreary, J., and Roberts, T. (1990). "Gaps in Expectations Among Managers and Employees in Technology Intensive Industries," in the Proceedings of the International Engineering Management Conference, October 1990, p. 42. 

 

  1. Sankar, C.S., Snyder, C. and Kahai, P. (1990). "Improving Workplace Literacy in Alabama - Proposal for a Telecommunications Network," Proceedings of the 1990 ACM Southeast Regional Conference, Greenville, p. 181.

 

  1. Hawkins, W.H., and Sankar, C.S. (1988). "User Interface Screen Design in Software Project Management", in the Proceedings of the IEEE 1988 International Conference on Systems, Man, and Cybernetics, Beijing, China, pp. 980-983, August 1988.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S. (1984). "Information Wheel ‑ A Framework to Identify Roles of Information Systems", in the Proceedings of the 1984 ACM Annual Conference, San Francisco, pp. 127‑132, October 1984.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S. (1984). "On Documenting Programs in Interactive Data Processing Systems", in the Proceedings of the 1984 IEEE Professional Communications Conference Record, Atlantic City, pp. 90‑92, October 1984.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S., “A Framework to Integrate Bank Information Systems", in the Proceedings of the 28th Annual Meeting of the Society for General Systems Research, International Conference on Systems Applications, New York, pp. 463‑464, May 1984.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S. "Tools for Program Documentation", in the Proceedings of the 1983 IEEE Professional Communications Conference Record, Atlanta, pp. 145‑147, October 1983.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S. "Documenting Relationships Among Data Elements in Federal Reporting Systems", in the Proceedings of the 27th Annual Meeting of the Society for General Systems Research, Detroit, pp. 721‑725, May 1983.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S. "A Method to Document Data Entry Forms", in the Proceedings of the ACM SIGDOC Second International Conference on Systems Documentation, Seattle, April 1983, pp. 59-62.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S. "A Method to Improve Communication of Information In Reports", in the Proceedings of the 1982 IEEE Professional Communication Society Conference, Boston, pp. 89‑91, October 1982.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S. "Standardization of Names of Data Elements in Federal Reporting Systems", in the Proceedings of the 26th Annual Meeting of the Society for General Systems Research, Washington, pp. 322‑326, January 1982.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S. "Saving Steel in a Fabricating Industry ‑ an Unsolved Problem", in the Proceedings of the Operations Research Society of India, 1974.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S. "Sensitivity Analysis in Demand and Lead Time Variation", in the Proceedings of the Operations Research Society of India, 1973.

 

  1. Sankar, C.S. "Computer Simulation of Material Handling ‑ A Case Study", in the Proceedings of the Operations Research Society of India, 1972.

                                                  

(IV) Articles in Editorially-Refereed Journals:

 

1. Snyder, C.A., Sankar, C.S., and Sehgal, R., (1999). "The Expert Opinion: An Interview with Steve Robinson, Manager of Information Technology Services, Russell Corporation," Journal of Global Information Technology Management, 2(4): 61-64.

 

2. Sankar, C.S. and Santella, A.P (1998). "The Expert Opinion: An Interview with M.V. Thomas, Powertel Inc.," Journal of Global Information Technology Management, 1(4): 56-58.

 

3. Sankar, C.S., and Sankar, A. (1998). “The Expert Opinion: An Interview with P.S. Sridharan, Megatech Control Limited,” Journal of Global Information Technology Management, 1(1): 45-47.

 

4. Sankar, C.S. and Mohan, R.S. (1996). "An Interview with S. SampathKumar," for the Expert's Opinion, Published in the Journal of Global Information Management, 4(3): 27-28.

 

5. Sankar, C.S. (1994). "An Interview with Sam Pitroda, Advisor to the Prime Minister on Technology Missions, Republic of India," Journal of Global Information Management,    2(2): 42-43.

 

6. Sankar, C.S., Carr, H., and Dent, W.D. (1994). "ISDN May be Here to Stay.. But It's Still Not Plug-and-Play," Cover Story in Telecommunications, October 1994, 28(10): 27-34.

 

7. Sankar, C.S. (1992). Building Information Systems: Business Needs First. Dataquest, X(4): 88.

 

8. Sankar, C.S., and Curlee, J. (1992). Telecom Needs and Priorities: Telecom Development is Essential if India is to Become a Global Player.  Dataquest, X(10): 155-159.

 

9. Sankar, C.S., and Sankarnarayanan, T.R. (1993). User Needs to be Recognized. Dataquest, XI(3): 149-150.

 

(V) Articles in Non-Refereed Bulletins

 

1. Sankar, C.S. (1993). "Managing Engineers and Scientists - Responses," IEEE Engineering Management Newsletter, 43(3): 5.

 

2. Sankar, C.S. (1993). "Managing Engineers and Scientists - Current Issues," IEEE Engineering Management Newsletter, 43(1):6.

 

3. Sankar, C.S. and McCreary, J. (1993). "Sources of Information for Pursuing Research in Global Telecommunications Management," Information Management Bulletin, 13,19,21.

 

4. Sankar, C.S. (1990). "Telecommunications in Developing Countries," Opus, A publication of the Manipal Institute of Technology, 47-48.     

 

5. Sankar, C.S. (1984). "A Method to Simplify Filling Data Entry Forms", ACM SIGDOC Newsletter, 10(4): 15-21.

 

(VI) Book Reviews Published:

 

1.                  Art and Craft of Case Writing, Naumes, W. and Naumes, P. Decision Line, Oct. 2006, 37(5): 18-20.

2.                  Management of Information Technology, with M. Whitman,  Journal of Information Technology Management, April 1994, 5(2): 37-38.

3.                  MIS: Readings and Cases: A Managerial Perspective, Interfaces, September 1992, 22(5): 87.  

4.                  How to Model It: Problem Solving for the Computer Age, Interfaces, July 1991,

21(4): 155-156.

 

Papers Presented at Professional Meetings:

 

1. Sankar, C.S. "Engineers in Management Positions," presented at TIMS/ORSA 1990 Joint National Meeting, Las Vegas, May 1990.

 

2. Sankar, C.S. "Verbs in Information Systems," presented at TIMS/ORSA 1990 Joint National Meeting, Las Vegas, May 1990.

 

3. Sankar, C.S. "Global Information Systems," presented at TIMS/ORSA 1990 Joint National Meeting, Las Vegas, May 1990.

 

4. Sankar, C.S.,  Snyder, C.A. and Kahai, P. "Improving Workplace Literacy in Alabama - Proposal for a Telecommunications Network," abstract published in the Proceedings of the 1990 ACM Southeast Regional Conference, Greenville, p. 181, April 1990.

 

Other Research/Creative Contributions

 

Editor, Decision Sciences Journal of Innovative Education, Since Dec. 2007.

 

Mini-Track Chair, Americas Conference on Information Systems, IT in Education, 2001-2007.

 

Managing Editor, Journal of STEM Education: Innovations and Research.

 

Invited to conduct workshop for Faculty Members at SAP Research Congress, Feb. 2001.

 

The paper, "Design of the Solid Rocket Booster Field Joint" was selected as the best technology paper at the 1999 South East Case Research Association conference.

 

Industry Editor, Journal of Global Information Technology Management, 1997-2000.

 

Member of the Editorial Board, Case Research Journal, 1997-1999.

 

Winner of 1997 American Society for Engineering Education, Southeastern Section Thomas C. Evans Instructional Unit Award Competition with P.K. Raju.  The topic was "Teaching Real-World Issues through Case Studies."

 

First-Place Winner of the 1995 Decision Sciences Institute Instructional Innovative Education Awards Program.

 

Track Chair on Technology/Engineers for the 1996, 1997, 1998 North American Case Research Association.

 

Editor of Technology/Engineers Track for the Case Research Journal, 1998-1999.

 

Track Chair on "Telecommunications and Networking," at the 1995, 1993, and 1991 Information Resources Management Association Conferences.

 

Session Chair on different MIS topics at the 2006 AMCIS conference, 1995, 1994, 1993, 1992, and 1991 Information Resources Management Association Conferences, 1993 Information Resources Management Association Conference, 1993 and 1991 Decision Sciences Institute Conferences,  1992 International Engineering Management Conference, TIMS/ORSA 1990 Joint National Meeting, TIMS/ORSA 1990 Joint National Meeting, and 1991 Information Resources Management Association Conference.

 

Reviewed  more than 100 articles for Following Journals/ Foundations: MIS Quarterly, DSI Journal of Innovative Education, Journal of STEM Education: Innovations and Research,  National Science Foundation, Business Case Journal, Case Research Journal, Communications of the ACM, Systems Research, AT&T Technical Journal, Interfaces, Systems Analysis and Development, Decision Sciences Institute conferences, American Society for Information Systems Conference, Journal of Global Information Management, Information Resources Management Association Conferences, Telecommunications Management, Academy of Management Conference, North American Case Research Association Conference, and IEEE Transactions on Education.