Conference Objectives
- Encourage academic debate on emerging supply chain disruption mitigation strategies and adaptive logistics models
- Showcase current empirical research connecting digitalization, AI-driven forecasting, and end-to-end supply visibility
- Bridge the gap between theoretical supply chain scholarship and real-world implementation challenges faced by practitioners
- Advance cross-sector dialogue on sustainable procurement, circular supply chains, and low-carbon distribution networks
- Highlight innovations in supplier relationship management, nearshoring trends, and geopolitical risk diversification
- Create an inclusive platform where early-career researchers present alongside seasoned industry leaders for mutual enrichment
Who Should Attend
Expected participants include operations executives, logistics researchers, doctoral students and supply chain software vendors.
- Supply chain directors and operations executives seeking evidence-based strategies for network optimization
- Academic researchers publishing in logistics, procurement, and operations management disciplines
- Graduate and doctoral students pursuing advanced study in supply chain or industrial engineering
- Technology vendors and SaaS innovators developing tools for supply chain visibility and automation
- Policy analysts and government advisors working on trade facilitation and critical supply resilience
- Sustainability consultants integrating ESG principles into procurement and distribution frameworks
- Procurement managers and sourcing specialists navigating volatile commodity markets and supplier risk
Select Ticket Type
Registration for the 2026 Brampton conference is designed to accommodate the diverse needs of academics, industry professionals, and students. All listed ticket prices are fully inclusive of applicable taxes, so the amount you see is the amount you pay, with no hidden charges at checkout. We invite you to review the available registration tiers and select the option that best fits your participation goals and budget.
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 official documentation to support their travel arrangements may request a formal invitation letter from the conference secretariat. This letter confirms your accepted status as a delegate, presenter, or author and is typically issued within a few business days of receipt of full registration payment.
The invitation letter includes key details such as the conference name, edition number, dates, and Brampton venue information, giving immigration and institutional authorities the context they need to process your travel or funding requests efficiently. Authors with accepted papers may also request that the letter reference their specific presentation or paper title.
Please be aware that the issuance of an invitation letter by the conference organizing committee does not constitute a guarantee of visa approval or entry into Canada; all visa and travel authorization decisions rest solely with the relevant government and immigration authorities of the applicant’s destination country.
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 – 19th International Conference on Supply Chain Management
Scholars, practitioners, and interdisciplinary thinkers are warmly invited to submit original contributions that push the boundaries of supply chain knowledge ahead of the 2026 Brampton gathering. Whether your work is quantitative, qualitative, or conceptual, this conference welcomes research that sparks meaningful conversation and advances the field in demonstrable ways.
Accepted work may be considered for the conference proceedings where applicable and is presented during the event in Brampton, 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 19th edition, papers can cover any of the conference tracks, for example Demand Forecasting and Sales Operations Planning, Supplier Risk and Relationship Management or Blockchain for Product Authentication and Traceability.
| 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 19th International Conference on Supply Chain Management undergoes a double-blind peer review process, evaluated by reviewers in the field. Review criteria encompass originality, methodological soundness, relevance to the field, and clarity of contribution.
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 recognized at the official closing session and presented with a personalized certificate of excellence acknowledging their outstanding contribution to supply chain management research in 2026.
- Winning authors will receive priority recommendation for fast-track consideration in a prestigious partner journal, giving their research an accelerated pathway to broad academic visibility and citation impact within the global supply chain community.
19th International Conference on Supply Chain Management – December 15, 2026 – Brampton, 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.
Terms and ConditionsRefund PolicyNotarized Invitation Letter
Disclaimer
- The 19th International Conference on Supply Chain Management is a multidisciplinary forum that welcomes research spanning operations management, logistics, industrial engineering, information systems, sustainability, and related fields — submissions are not limited to a single academic domain.
- Registration and payment of conference fees confirm a delegate’s intention to attend but do not serve as a guarantee of physical attendance; the organizing committee reserves the right to modify the program, format, or schedule in response to unforeseen circumstances.
- While the conference program features multiple concurrent tracks and sessions, individual ticket categories may grant access to designated sessions only; attendees are encouraged to review their registration tier to understand which sessions and events are included in their package.