Balakrishnan R

@msruas.ac.in

Assistant Professor and Hospitality Management & Catering Technology
MS Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences

Balakrishnan R


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EDUCATION

Ph.D in Hotel Management (Submitted- Waiting for Viva-voce)
M.Sc. Hotel Management & Catering Technology
B.Sc Hotel Management & Catering Technology

RESEARCH, TEACHING, or OTHER INTERESTS

Tourism, Leisure and Hospitality Management, Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management, Waste Management and Disposal, Management Information Systems
2

Scopus Publications

40

Scholar Citations

3

Scholar h-index

2

Scholar i10-index

Scopus Publications

  • Smart Logistics Integrating AI, IoT, Blockchain, and Robotics for a Sustainable Future
    Kirubhakaran Marisamy, Aarthi Selvakumar, Balakrishnan Rajasekar, Ravikumar Natarajan, Anorgul Atajanova, et al.
    Emerging Trends in Smart Logistics Technologies, 2025
    The rapid integration of intelligent technologies is transforming global logistics, driving a shift from reactive processes to agile, information-driven systems. Intelligent Technologies for the Future of Logistics explores the impact of AI, IoT, Robotics, and Blockchain on supply chains, highlighting how these tools improve visibility, efficiency, and sustainability. The chapter evaluates each technology's core functions and their role in addressing logistics challenges like waste, opacity, and environmental harm. It also showcases real-world applications in transport logistics and emphasizes the synergy between technologies such as AI and blockchain. Despite notable benefits, barriers like high investment and workforce adaptation are discussed. Drawing insights from logistics, IT, and environmental science, the chapter offers a multidisciplinary roadmap for creating resilient, green, and intelligent supply chains.
  • Blockchain for seamless and transparent smart hospitality operations
    S. Aarthi, R. N. Ravikumar, R. Balakrishnan, K. Pavithra, Feruzbek Jumaniyozov, et al.
    Smart Operations and Enhancing Guest Experience in the Hospitality Industry, 2025
    This chapter explores how blockchain technology is transforming the hospitality industry by enhancing data transparency, operational efficiency, and security. It highlights blockchain's role in securing payments, bookings, supply chains, and guest authorization processes. Through smart contracts and tamper-proof records, blockchain combats fraud and ensures compliance with regulatory standards. The chapter examines real-world use cases such as loyalty platforms that boost customer retention and brand trust. Despite challenges in scalability, operations, and regulations, leading hospitality firms have achieved improved guest interactions through blockchain integration. This chapter provides insights into safely adopting blockchain for hotel management, emphasizing its potential to build trust, streamline operations, and align with smart infrastructure systems.

RECENT SCHOLAR PUBLICATIONS

  • Blockchain for Seamless and Transparent Smart Hospitality Operations
    S Aarthi, RN Ravikumar, R Balakrishnan, K Pavithra, F Jumaniyozov
    Smart Operations and Enhancing Guest Experience in the Hospitality Industry … , 2026
    2026.0
    Citations: 3
  • Smart logistics integrating AI, IoT, blockchain, and Robotics for a sustainable Future
    K Marisamy, A Selvakumar, B Rajasekar, R Natarajan, A Atajanova, ...
    Emerging Trends in Smart Logistics Technologies, 73-104 , 2026
    2026.0
    Citations: 15
  • Next Generation AI-Enhanced Intelligent Imaging for Automated Knee X-ray Interpretation in Osteoarthritis: Front office Integration and Employee Training
    L K, Pavithra and R, Balakrishnan and Zeema.J
    2025 Modern Electronics Devices and Intelligent Communication Systems … , 2025
    2025.0
  • Developing trends in augmented reality for training and personalized guest experiences in five-star hotel management
    R Balakrishnan, S Mathur
    Advances in Electrical and Computer Technologies, 363-370 , 2025
    2025.0
  • Implementing Sustainable Practices in Hotel Management to Enhance Guest Experience and Operational Efficiency
    SM Balakrishnan
    International Journal of Engineering Research Management Technology 11 (1 … , 2024
    2024.0
  • Hotel WiFi surveillance camera
    P Balasubramanian, M., Rajasekar, B., Kumari, V., & Prabhasukumar
    GB Patent App. 6,338,082 , 2024
    2024.0
  • EXAMINE THE RECEPTION OF IMMERSIVE HOTEL PRESENTATIONS USING VIRTUAL REALITY IN THE HOSPITALITY SECTOR.
    B R
    INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON INNOVATIONS AND CHALLENGES IN MULTIDISCIPLINARY … , 2023
    2023.0
  • Method and System to Illustrate the Potential Advantages of Blockchain-Based National Education Program Development
    Balakrishnan
    IN Patent 202,321,062,414 , 2023
    2023.0
  • Comparism of Virtual & Augmented Reality in the Hospitality Industry
    R Balakrishnan
    INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON INNOVATIONS AND CHALLENGES IN MULTIDISCIPLINARY … , 2023
    2023.0
  • Paradigm change in tourist preferences towards evolving new normal tourism and travel trends
    V Narmadha, A Anuradha
    Handbook of Research on Changing Dynamics in Responsible and Sustainable … , 2022
    2022.0
    Citations: 8
  • A NEW NORMAL IN TOURISM INDUSTRY USING SOCIALLY DISTANT
    R Balakrishnan
    ANVESAK 51 (2), 71-75 , 2021
    2021.0
  • SOCIOECONOMIC, CULTURAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT OF COVID-19 ON TOURISM IN INDIA.
    V Narmadha, A Anuradha
    Journal of Management Information & Decision Sciences 24 (4) , 2021
    2021.0
    Citations: 14
  • A REVIEW OF ADVANCES IN HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM INDUSTRY
    SS R Balakrishnan
    International Journal of Research and Analytical Reviews 6 (2), 157-161 , 2019
    2019.0
  • RESPONSIBLE TOURISM FOR SUSTAINABLE GROWTH
    M R Balakrishnan
    International Journal of Engineering Development and Research 6 (4), 145-149 , 2018
    2018.0
  • An analytical study on the instruction programs' on employees using Augmented Reality by Delhi's Five Star Hotels (NCR)
    S Mathur

MOST CITED SCHOLAR PUBLICATIONS

  • Smart logistics integrating AI, IoT, blockchain, and Robotics for a sustainable Future
    K Marisamy, A Selvakumar, B Rajasekar, R Natarajan, A Atajanova, ...
    Emerging Trends in Smart Logistics Technologies, 73-104 , 2026
    2026.0
    Citations: 15
  • SOCIOECONOMIC, CULTURAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT OF COVID-19 ON TOURISM IN INDIA.
    V Narmadha, A Anuradha
    Journal of Management Information & Decision Sciences 24 (4) , 2021
    2021.0
    Citations: 14
  • Paradigm change in tourist preferences towards evolving new normal tourism and travel trends
    V Narmadha, A Anuradha
    Handbook of Research on Changing Dynamics in Responsible and Sustainable … , 2022
    2022.0
    Citations: 8
  • Blockchain for Seamless and Transparent Smart Hospitality Operations
    S Aarthi, RN Ravikumar, R Balakrishnan, K Pavithra, F Jumaniyozov
    Smart Operations and Enhancing Guest Experience in the Hospitality Industry … , 2026
    2026.0
    Citations: 3
  • Next Generation AI-Enhanced Intelligent Imaging for Automated Knee X-ray Interpretation in Osteoarthritis: Front office Integration and Employee Training
    L K, Pavithra and R, Balakrishnan and Zeema.J
    2025 Modern Electronics Devices and Intelligent Communication Systems … , 2025
    2025.0
  • Developing trends in augmented reality for training and personalized guest experiences in five-star hotel management
    R Balakrishnan, S Mathur
    Advances in Electrical and Computer Technologies, 363-370 , 2025
    2025.0
  • Implementing Sustainable Practices in Hotel Management to Enhance Guest Experience and Operational Efficiency
    SM Balakrishnan
    International Journal of Engineering Research Management Technology 11 (1 … , 2024
    2024.0
  • Hotel WiFi surveillance camera
    P Balasubramanian, M., Rajasekar, B., Kumari, V., & Prabhasukumar
    GB Patent App. 6,338,082 , 2024
    2024.0
  • EXAMINE THE RECEPTION OF IMMERSIVE HOTEL PRESENTATIONS USING VIRTUAL REALITY IN THE HOSPITALITY SECTOR.
    B R
    INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON INNOVATIONS AND CHALLENGES IN MULTIDISCIPLINARY … , 2023
    2023.0
  • Method and System to Illustrate the Potential Advantages of Blockchain-Based National Education Program Development
    Balakrishnan
    IN Patent 202,321,062,414 , 2023
    2023.0
  • Comparism of Virtual & Augmented Reality in the Hospitality Industry
    R Balakrishnan
    INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON INNOVATIONS AND CHALLENGES IN MULTIDISCIPLINARY … , 2023
    2023.0
  • A NEW NORMAL IN TOURISM INDUSTRY USING SOCIALLY DISTANT
    R Balakrishnan
    ANVESAK 51 (2), 71-75 , 2021
    2021.0
  • A REVIEW OF ADVANCES IN HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM INDUSTRY
    SS R Balakrishnan
    International Journal of Research and Analytical Reviews 6 (2), 157-161 , 2019
    2019.0
  • RESPONSIBLE TOURISM FOR SUSTAINABLE GROWTH
    M R Balakrishnan
    International Journal of Engineering Development and Research 6 (4), 145-149 , 2018
    2018.0
  • An analytical study on the instruction programs' on employees using Augmented Reality by Delhi's Five Star Hotels (NCR)
    S Mathur