4th Operations and Supply Chain Management Symposium: Emerging Technologies and the Industry 5.0
Event details
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from Tuesday 1 September 2026 - 12:00am to Wednesday 2 September 2026 - 12:59pm
Description
Join leading academics, industry practitioners, and policymakers to explore the future of operations and supply chain management through emerging technologies and Industry 5.0 innovation.
Important Dates
Abstract/extended abstract submission
TBC
Registration
TBC
Conference
September 1-2, 2026
About the Symposium
The University of Sheffield Management School and Department of Operations Management and Decision Science are delighted to host the 4th Operations and Supply Chain Management Symposium.
Building upon the success of previous symposiums held at University of Liverpool, the University of Surrey, and University of Southampton, this edition focuses specifically on Emerging Technologies and Industry 5.0.
Blockchain and Distributed Ledger
Exploring blockchain technology applications in supply chain transparency and operations management.
AI and Machine Learning
Leveraging artificial intelligence and machine learning for supply chain optimization and decision-making.
Sustainability & Industry 5.0
Advancing sustainable supply chain practices through Industry 5.0 technologies and human-centric approaches. Type, paste or drag and drop text here...
Program Highlights
September 1: Meet Editors Session
Successfully Publishing in OSCM Leading Journals
Panel discussion featuring editors-in-chief from Computers and Operations Research, IEEE Transactions on Engineering Management, International Journal of Production Research, and International Journal of Operations & Production Management. Learn insights on publication strategies and research excellence.
September 2: Industry-Academia Collaboration Panel
Dialogue Between Industry and Academia
Panel discussion on industry-academic collaboration and funding applications with leading technology companies and academic experts who have abundant working experience with industry partners and secured large funding.
Keynote speakers
Professor Francisco Saldanha da Gama - Head of Operations Management and Decision Sciences Subject Group, University of Sheffield
Professor Jason Choi - Chair in Operations and Supply Chain Management, and Director of the Centre for Supply Chain Research, University of Liverpool
Professor Yu Xiong - Chair Professor of Business Analytics, University of Surrey
Professor Alexandre Dolgui - Head of Automation, Production and Computer Sciences Department, IMT Atlantique
Professor Lenny Koh - Cross Cutting Chief, Strategic Futures on Resource Sustainability (SCRS), University of Sheffield
Peter Choi - Industry Expert in Supply Chain Technology
Professor Hubert Pan - Professor, Management Science, Ivey Business School
Call for Papers
We welcome submissions of original research on emerging technologies in supply chain management, Industry 5.0 implementation, operations management, and related topics. We are happy to accept your submission without peer revision.
Abstract
Participants who wish to present papers are requested to submit an abstract, not exceeding 250 words (in Word format). Submissions must include the paper title, author names, contact email, and affiliated institutions.
Extended Abstracts
Limited to six pages of A4 paper, including references. Font: Times New Roman, Size 12, Line spacing 1.5. Outstanding papers will be recommended to the following top-tier journals, subject to the journal standards and peer-review process: Computers and Operations Research, IEEE Transactions on Engineering Management, International Journal of Production Research, and International Journal of Operations & Production Management.
Key topics
- Blockchain and distributed ledger technologies
- Artificial intelligence and machine learning applications
- Sustainable supply chain management
- Industry 5.0 implementation and digital transformation
- Supply chain resilience and risk management
- Regulatory frameworks and governance
Registration and fees
Registration includes:
- Welcome reception
- Lunch on both days
- Drinks reception
- Conference dinner
Note: Formal registration is required to attend the events. Paper or poster submission is not compulsory.
Conference Committees
Co-Chairs
Professor Francisco Saldanha da Gama
University of Sheffield
Professor Jason Choi
University of Liverpool
Organizing Committee
Chair: Dr Jason X Wang
University of Sheffield
Members
Merve Keshin, University of Sheffield
Dr Mahnaz Hosseinzadeh, University of Sheffield
Contact Us
General Inquiries
oscm@sheffield.ac.uk
Questions about the symposium
Paper Submissions
submissions@iv-oscm.org
Research paper inquiries
Registration
register@iv-oscm.org
Registration inquiries