Conference Objectives
- Examine emerging technologies such as AI, blockchain, and IoT and their roles in end-to-end supply chain visibility
- Encourage cross-sector dialogue on building resilient supply networks capable of withstanding geopolitical disruptions and climate-related shocks
- Advance scholarly discourse by presenting peer-reviewed research that pushes the theoretical boundaries of supply chain science
- Identify sustainable procurement and circular economy strategies that align profitability with environmental responsibility
- Bridge the gap between academic research and industry application through practitioner-led workshops and case study sessions
- Cultivate an international community of supply chain professionals dedicated to ethical sourcing, transparency, and continuous innovation
Who Should Attend
The audience spans operations managers, university faculty, sourcing specialists and graduate students in supply chain studies.
- Supply chain directors and operations managers seeking the latest industry intelligence
- Academic researchers and university faculty publishing in logistics and procurement studies
- Procurement specialists and strategic sourcing professionals from multinational corporations
- Technology vendors and software developers innovating within supply chain platforms
- Policy advisors and government representatives shaping trade and logistics regulation
- Sustainability officers focused on embedding ESG principles into global supply networks
- Graduate students and early-career researchers entering the supply chain management discipline
Select Ticket Type
Securing your place at the 14th International Conference on Supply Chain Management in Vaughan is simple: explore the registration tiers below and select the option that best fits your professional profile and budget. Whether you are an early-bird registrant, a student researcher, or a seasoned industry executive, there is a ticket type suited to your needs. All listed prices are fully inclusive of applicable taxes, so the amount you see is the amount you pay.
Registration Fees
- Early Bird Author Registration – US$499 For authors keen on availing a $100 discount on the regular registration fee, early bird registration is recommended.
- Regular Author Registration – US$599 If the early bird deadline has been missed, authors can opt for the regular registration process.
- Listener Registration – US$499 Individuals interested in attending the conference to expand their knowledge and network can register as listeners.
What Registration Includes
- Admission to the conference sessions
- Conference materials
- Presentation opportunity for eligible authors and speakers
- Certificate of participation or presentation for eligible registered participants
- Networking access
- Conference photo session
- Official registration confirmation
- Invitation letter support for eligible registered participants
- Refreshments or meal items as confirmed in the final venue package
Invitation Letter Support
To support your participation in the 14th International Conference on Supply Chain Management in Vaughan, Canada, the organizing committee is pleased to provide official invitation letters to registered delegates upon request. These letters are issued on conference letterhead and confirm your registration status, the event dates, and the hosting institution’s details, giving you the documentation required by many institutional travel approval processes.
Requesting an invitation letter is straightforward: once your registration payment has been successfully processed, you may submit a formal request through the conference portal. The secretariat endeavors to dispatch invitation letters within three to five business days of receiving a complete request, ensuring you have ample time to fulfill employer reimbursement requirements or other administrative obligations before your travel.
Please note that while the conference organizing committee is glad to furnish official invitation letters to assist with your travel preparations, the issuance of such a letter does not in any way guarantee the approval of a visa or entry permit by Canadian immigration authorities or any other relevant government body. Visa decisions rest solely with the appropriate consular or immigration offices, and applicants are strongly encouraged to begin their visa application process well in advance of the conference dates.
Before You Register
- Registration fees are non-refundable and cannot be transferred to another person. If your visa is refused, you get 50% off one new registration for a later edition in your name.
- Your invitation letter is emailed within 3 to 5 business days after your payment is verified.
- You arrange your own visa, travel and accommodation.
Call for Papers – 14th International Conference on Supply Chain Management
Scholars, practitioners, and interdisciplinary researchers are warmly invited to submit their original work to the 14th International Conference on Supply Chain Management in Vaughan, 2026. We welcome empirical studies, theoretical contributions, case analyses, and applied research that advance understanding across all dimensions of supply chain management.
Accepted work may be considered for the conference proceedings where applicable and is presented during the event in Vaughan, Canada.
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Paper and Abstract Submission
Authors are invited to submit abstracts, research papers, case studies, review papers or professional practice presentations.
All submissions are reviewed before acceptance. Submitted work should be original and not previously published.
For the 14th edition, papers can cover any of the conference tracks, for example Inventory Planning and Materials Management, Global Trade and Supply Chain Integration or Blockchain for Transparency and Compliance.
| Submission Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Abstract | A concise summary of the research, case study or presentation topic |
| Full Paper | A complete academic or professional paper |
| Case Study | A practical business, management or economic case analysis |
| Review Paper | A literature-based research or industry review |
| Professional Presentation | A practice-based presentation from professional experience |
Submission Guidelines
- Submissions must be written in English.
- Submissions must be original and relevant to the conference theme.
- Abstracts should clearly describe the purpose, method, findings and relevance of the work.
- Full papers should normally be between 4 and 12 pages.
- Authors must complete registration after acceptance to confirm participation.
Peer Review Details
Every manuscript submitted to the 14th International Conference on Supply Chain Management undergoes a double-blind peer review conducted by reviewers in the field from academia and industry. Reviewers evaluate submissions on the criteria of originality, methodological rigor, relevance to the field, and clarity of contribution before acceptance decisions are communicated to authors.
To know more about our peer review details, visit here.
Submission Form
Note: If you are interested in participating as an author, you must submit your paper through the Author Paper Submission Form before completing the payment and registration.
Best Paper Award
The Best Paper Award will be announced at the conference closing session. The winner will be rewarded with:
- The recipient of the Best Paper Award will be presented with a personalized certificate of excellence and complimentary registration to a future edition of the conference, a tribute to the exceptional scholarly impact of their work
- Winning authors will receive prominent recognition across all official conference publications, the event website, and affiliated social media channels, amplifying their research visibility within the global supply chain management community
14th International Conference on Supply Chain Management – November 12, 2026 – Vaughan, Canada
[Registration starts 9 AM, Gate closes 9:30 AM]
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM | Registration and networking |
| 10:00 AM – 10:20 AM | Opening remarks |
| 10:20 AM – 11:00 AM | Keynote session |
| 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM | Technical Session 1 |
| 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM | Lunch break |
| 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM | Technical Session 2 |
| 3:00 PM – 3:30 PM | Coffee break |
| 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM | Panel discussion and audience Q&A |
| 4:30 PM – 5:00 PM | Certificate distribution and photo session |
| 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM | Networking session |
Venue
To be announced.
Contact Us
3 Massey Square, East York, Ontario M4C 5L5, Canada
E-mail: [email protected]
Keynote Speaker
Keynote speaker to be announced. Focus: global transformation, leadership, innovation, and strategic growth.
Conference Terms
- Name or spelling changes to an issued invitation letter cost US$50.
- A notarized invitation letter is an optional extra service (US$100), sent within 10 business days after payment. It supports a visa application but does not guarantee approval.
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Disclaimer
- The 14th International Conference on Supply Chain Management is a multidisciplinary platform that welcomes research contributions spanning logistics, operations management, procurement, sustainability, technology integration, and related fields; inclusion of a paper does not imply endorsement of any specific commercial product, service, or organizational position.
- Successful submission and acceptance of a paper or abstract constitutes an expectation but not a guarantee of attendance; the conference organizers reserve the right to remove presentations from the program if the corresponding author fails to complete registration and payment within the stipulated deadline.
- Registered delegates are encouraged to attend all scheduled sessions, workshops, and keynotes; however, the organizing committee cannot be held liable for changes to the program, including speaker cancellations or session rescheduling, that arise due to circumstances beyond its reasonable control.