Conference Objectives
- Investigate current frameworks for building adaptive and disruption-resistant supply chain architectures across global markets
- Examine the role of artificial intelligence, blockchain, and IoT in streamlining procurement and logistics operations
- Facilitate cross-industry dialogue on sustainable sourcing practices and the transition toward circular supply chain models
- Advance scholarly and applied research connecting supply chain theory with measurable real-world operational outcomes
- Explore geopolitical risk management strategies and their cascading implications for international supplier networks
- Encourage collaborative partnerships between industry practitioners, academic researchers, and policymakers to co-create actionable supply chain solutions
Who Should Attend
The program is built for operations executives, doctoral scholars, category managers and customs policy professionals.
- Supply chain directors and VP-level operations executives seeking strategic intelligence and peer benchmarking opportunities
- Academic researchers and doctoral scholars publishing in logistics, procurement, and operations management disciplines
- Procurement specialists and category managers navigating complex global supplier ecosystems
- Technology vendors and SaaS innovators developing next-generation supply chain visibility and analytics platforms
- Government trade advisors and policy professionals shaping cross-border regulatory and customs frameworks
- Sustainability officers and ESG leads embedding responsible sourcing into enterprise supply chain governance
- Consultants and management advisors delivering supply chain transformation programs across diverse industry verticals
Select Ticket Type
Toronto 2026 offers a carefully structured range of registration categories designed to accommodate the varied needs of academics, industry professionals, and researchers attending the 17th International Conference on Supply Chain Management. Whether you are joining us as a presenting author, a corporate delegate, or an emerging scholar, there is a ticket option for you, and all listed prices are fully inclusive of applicable taxes, so there are no hidden charges at checkout. We invite you to review the available tiers and select the registration that best aligns with your role and goals for the conference.
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
Registered participants who require formal documentation for travel or institutional purposes may request an official invitation letter from the conference secretariat. These letters are issued promptly following the completion of a verified registration, confirming your status as an accepted delegate, presenter, or author at the 17th International Conference on Supply Chain Management in Toronto, Canada.
Invitation letters are prepared on official conference letterhead and include relevant details such as the participant’s name, registration category, conference dates, and venue information. Requests should be submitted through the designated portal on the conference website, and the secretariat endeavors to dispatch all letters within a reasonable processing timeframe to accommodate institutional or embassy deadlines.
Please be advised that while the conference organizing committee is pleased to provide official invitation letters as a courtesy to registered participants, the issuance of such documentation does not in any way guarantee the approval of a visa or entry permit by any government authority or consular office. All visa applications remain entirely subject to the independent assessment and decision-making of the relevant immigration authorities, and applicants are encouraged to initiate their visa 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 – 17th International Conference on Supply Chain Management
Scholars, practitioners, and independent researchers are invited to submit original contributions that advance supply chain knowledge, whether grounded in empirical data, theoretical modeling, or case studies from the field. The 2026 program committee welcomes abstracts and full papers spanning all dimensions of supply chain management, with particular enthusiasm for interdisciplinary work that bridges gaps between research and real-world application.
Accepted work may be considered for the conference proceedings where applicable and is presented during the event in Toronto, 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 17th edition, papers can cover any of the conference tracks, for example Demand Planning and Forecasting Models, Supplier Evaluation and Development or Humanitarian and Emergency Supply Chains.
| 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 submission received by the 17th International Conference on Supply Chain Management undergoes a double-blind peer review process, evaluated by reviewers in the field from both academia and industry. This structured review methodology ensures that only contributions meeting the conference’s standards of originality, methodological soundness, and practical or theoretical significance advance to presentation and publication consideration.
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:
- Recipients of the Best Paper Award will be honored at the conference closing session and receive a certificate of distinction alongside complimentary recognition across all official conference communications, digital platforms, and the published proceedings, providing meaningful visibility within the global supply chain research community.
- Winning authors will be given priority consideration for fast-track submission to a partnered indexed journal, offering an accelerated pathway to broader scholarly dissemination of their award-recognized research and amplifying the impact of their contribution to the field of supply chain management.
17th International Conference on Supply Chain Management – December 03, 2026 – Toronto, 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 17th International Conference on Supply Chain Management welcomes contributions from researchers and professionals across all disciplines — participants from adjacent fields such as economics, environmental science, public policy, information systems, and industrial engineering are encouraged to submit work that intersects meaningfully with supply chain themes.
- Registration and payment confirm a delegate’s intent to attend and secure their place in the conference program; however, physical attendance remains the responsibility of the registered individual, and the organizing committee reserves the right to make necessary adjustments to the program schedule, venue arrangements, or session formats based on logistical requirements.
- The conference program is organized across multiple concurrent tracks and breakout sessions; attendees acknowledge that it may not be possible to attend every session of interest due to scheduling overlaps, and the committee recommends reviewing the published agenda in advance to plan participation effectively.