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1. Conference Background:
In the context of digital transformation, the synergistic fusion of blockchain technology with other pioneering technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT), Augmented Reality (AR), and the immersive metaverse is revolutionizing business practices and supply chain management.
The Operational and Supply Chain Management Conference and the 2nd Blockchain Research Academic Symposium, serves as a pivotal forum for elucidating the multifaceted potentials of this collaboration. The objective is to delve into how the analytical and predictive prowess of AI, the expansive connectivity offered by IoT, the dynamic interactive visualizations provided by AR, and the holistic virtual environments created by the metaverse can be cohesively integrated with the secure and transparent infrastructure of blockchain. This confluence aims to augment the operational efficiency of supply chains, offer innovative solutions, and enhance customer experiences.
The conference convenes a diverse assembly of government policymakers, theoretical experts, scholars, industry leaders, and distinguished professionals from pertinent sectors to engage in discussions that chart the course for the adoption and adaptation of these interconnected technologies. The conference is dedicated to inspiring innovation, encouraging collaboration, and consolidating efforts towards facilitating digital transformation and fostering high-quality development.
2. Conference Date and Venue:
August 5th and 6th, 2024, University of Surrey, United Kingdom (Postal Code: GU2 7XH, all registered attendees are welcome)
August 7th, 2024, House of Parliament, London (Invitation-only for special guests)
3. Speakers (TBC):
(1) University of Surrey Leadership
(2) UK Parliament’s House of Lords
(3) Professor from the Warrington College of Business, Florida State University, Editor-in-Chief of Journal of Operations Management (UTD24, FT50, ABS4), and Editor-in-Chief of Decision Science (ABS3)
(4) Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada, Chief Professor at the University of Texas at Dallas, Editor for Production and Operations Management (UTD24, FT50, ABS4), and Co-Editor-in-Chief of Transportation Research Part E - Logistics and Transportation Review (ABS3)
(5) Co-Editor-in-Chief of Technovation (ABS3)
(6) Fellow of the Sustainable Leadership Institute at the University of Cambridge, President of the UKIIC Accelerator, Associate Vice-Chancellor at the University of Surrey, and Director of Innovation and Industry Engagement Center at the University of Surrey
(7) Senior executives from Fortune 500 companies
(8) Distinguished scholars and entrepreneurs from China, the UK, the US, and other regions
Many more important guests, including editors of international top journals and corporate executives, will be announced soon. Conference speakers will actively participate in paper discussions and feedback sessions.
4. Attendance Requirements
4.1 Whether presenting a paper or not, all are welcome to attend. Attendees are required to pay the conference registration fee.
4.2 Interested participants please contact the conference at SurreySCM@gmail.com to obtain the conference registration link.
4.3 Conference Registration Fee (includes two days of self-service lunch and afternoon tea): £110/person for students, £200/person for others.
4.4 Formal Dinner Ticket (optional): £65/person (limited seats, available until sold out).
5. Call for Papers:
5.1 Themes for Paper Submission (including but not limited to):
(1) Business application innovations of digital technologies such as AI, blockchain, and IoT
(2) Digital technology innovation and sustainable development
(3) Digital technology innovation and carbon reduction
(4) Digital technology innovation and corporate social responsibility
(5) Digital technology and social innovation
(6) Digital technology innovation empowering enterprise business model innovation
(7) Digital technology empowering enterprise operational management and supply chain transformation
(8) Business applications of blockchain and AI on metaverse platforms
(9) Blockchain empowering supply chain information sharing and management
(10) Data management issues on blockchain
(11) Repeat games, cooperative games, reputation, and algorithmic game theory
(12) Trust models for blockchain
(13) Incentive theory and mechanism design
(14) Predictive analytics in supply chain: Demand forecasting using AI and blockchain
(15) Blockchain-empowered IoT solutions: Case studies on efficiency and security in supply chain management
(16) Augmented reality in inventory management: Integrating visual overlay and blockchain to enhance operational efficiency
(17) Unlocking business value: Transitioning to blockchain-based smart contracts
(18) Exploring economic models in the metaverse: Blockchain-based trade and ownership structures
(19) Creating competitive advantages: AI-driven blockchain research in supply chain analysis
(20) Resilience in practice: How IoT and blockchain adapt to supply chain disruption risks
5.2 Call for Papers Requirements:
(1) Submission of extended abstracts is encouraged (limited to six pages of A4 paper, including references); Font: Times New Roman, Size 12, Line spacing 1.5; Only PDF format is accepted.
(2) Submissions must include the paper title, author names, contact email, and affiliated institutions.
(3) The accepted papers will be invited to present and discuss at the conference.
(4) The conference plans to select best research, and certificates will be presented by the organizers.
6. Submission Information:
(1) Period: April 1, 2024, to May 1, 2024 (UK time)
(2) Notification Acceptance: Before May 10, 2024 (UK time)
(3) Conference Email: SurreySCM@gmail.com
7. Outstanding papers will be recommended to the following international top journals:
(1) Transportation Research Part E - Logistics and Transportation Review (ABS3, CAS Zone One Top, Impact Factor 10.6) Special Issue "Logistics and Supply Chain Management with Web 3.0 and Metaverse Technologies,"
(2) Technovation (ABS3, CAS Zone One Top, Impact Factor 12.5).
8. Proposed schedule (TBC):
(1) August 5, 2024:
9:30 – 10:00: Registration and welcome coffee
10:00 – 10:20: Opening remarks
10:20 – 12:15: Keynote speeches
12:15 - 13:15: Networking lunch
13:15 - 15:15: Parallel sessions (academic and industry insights)
15:15 - 15:45: Coffee break and networking
15:45 - 17:45: Meeting the editors (including Q&A and discussions)
17:45 - 18:00: Closing remarks for Day 1 by Conference Chair
19:00 onwards: Conference dinner
(2) August 6, 2024:
10:00 - 10:30: Welcome coffee
10:30 - 10:45: Recap of Day 1 and opening remarks for Day 2
10:45 - 12:45: Keynote speeches by international top experts (TBC)
12:45 - 13:15: Networking lunch
13:15 - 15:15: Parallel sessions (case studies and research findings)
15:15 - 15:45: Coffee break and networking
15:45 - 17:45: PhD student session
17:45 - 18:00: Best research award and final remarks and conference conclusion by Conference Chair
(3) August 7, 2024
Event at the House of Parliament (By invitation only)
9. Conference Chairs:
Professor Guangzhi Shang
Professor Yu Xiong
10. The information of the previous year's conference：
Operational and Supply Chain Management Conference and the 1st Blockchain Research Symposium, 2023, University of Liverpool, UK.
For more details, please visit the link:
https://www.liverpool.ac.uk/management/conferences-and-events/oscm-cscr-conference/