Conference Objectives
- Examine breakthrough strategies for building agile, disruption-resistant supply chains in an era of geopolitical and climate volatility
- Facilitate knowledge exchange between academic researchers and industry leaders tackling real-world logistics and procurement challenges
- Spotlight emerging technologies, from AI-driven demand forecasting to blockchain-enabled traceability, reshaping supply chain architecture
- Promote sustainable and ethical sourcing practices that align operational efficiency with environmental and social responsibility
- Provide a collaborative platform for cross-sector dialogue on nearshoring, reshoring, and supplier diversification strategies
- Recognize and celebrate original research that advances the theoretical and practical frontiers of supply chain management
Who Should Attend
Expect supply chain managers, faculty researchers, procurement professionals and logistics software vendors in the audience.
- Supply chain managers and directors from manufacturing, retail, and service industries
- Academic researchers and faculty specializing in operations management and logistics
- Procurement and sourcing professionals seeking evidence-based best practices
- Technology vendors and solution architects in logistics software and automation
- Graduate and doctoral students presenting thesis-level supply chain research
- Policy analysts and government trade officials involved in supply chain regulation
- Consultants and analysts advising organizations on supply chain transformation initiatives
Select Ticket Type
Securing your place at the 31st International Conference on Supply Chain Management in Brampton is straightforward: simply select the registration tier that best aligns with your professional status and participation goals. Whether you are an early-career researcher, an established academic, or a senior industry professional, we have structured our ticket types to suit every level. All listed registration fees are fully inclusive of applicable taxes, so there are no unexpected costs upon checkout.
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
Upon completing your registration for the 31st International Conference on Supply Chain Management in Brampton, you may formally request an official invitation letter from the conference organizing committee. This document is prepared specifically to assist attendees who require supporting materials when applying for a travel visa or securing institutional approval for conference attendance.
The invitation letter will include key details such as your registered name, the official conference title, dates, and location in Brampton, Canada. Our secretariat endeavors to issue these letters promptly, and attendees are encouraged to submit their requests as early as possible to allow sufficient processing time before their visa application deadlines.
Please be advised that while the conference organizing committee is pleased to provide an official invitation letter as a courtesy to registered participants, the issuance of this letter does not in any way guarantee the approval of a visa or travel authorization. All visa decisions rest exclusively with the relevant embassy, consulate, or immigration authority of the destination country, and applicants are responsible for fulfilling all requirements stipulated by those bodies.
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 – 31st International Conference on Supply Chain Management
The 31st International Conference on Supply Chain Management invites scholars and practitioners worldwide to submit original, unpublished research that advances knowledge across all dimensions of supply chain theory and practice. Submissions will be peer reviewed and, if accepted, presented before an engaged audience of peers in Brampton in 2027.
Accepted work may be considered for the conference proceedings where applicable and is presented during the event in Brampton, Canada.
Suggested Submission Topics:
- Supply chain resilience and risk mitigation
- AI and machine learning in demand forecasting
- Sustainable and circular supply chains
- Blockchain for end-to-end traceability
- Cold chain and pharmaceutical logistics
- Nearshoring and supplier diversification strategies
- Last-mile delivery optimization
- Digital twin applications in logistics
- Humanitarian and disaster relief supply chains
- Supplier relationship management practices
- Carbon footprint reduction in procurement
- Omnichannel inventory management systems
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 31st edition, papers can cover any of the conference tracks, for example Supply chain resilience and risk mitigation, Digital twin applications in logistics or Carbon footprint reduction in procurement.
| 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
All manuscripts and extended abstracts submitted to the 31st International Conference on Supply Chain Management undergo a structured double-blind peer review process, with each submission evaluated by reviewers in the field of supply chain and operations management. Reviewers assess submissions on the basis of originality, methodological soundness, relevance to the field, and the clarity of the contribution to advancing supply chain knowledge.
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 with a certificate of academic excellence, recognized formally at the closing session before the full international audience, and featured prominently in the official post-conference report distributed to all participants and institutional partners.
- Winning authors will also receive complimentary recognition through the conference’s global communications channels, including the official website and newsletter, amplifying the visibility of their research among supply chain professionals, academics, and industry decision-makers worldwide.
31st International Conference on Supply Chain Management – March 18, 2027 – 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.
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Disclaimer
- The 31st International Conference on Supply Chain Management is structured as a multidisciplinary gathering; while the central focus is supply chain management, submissions and discussions may draw upon adjacent fields including operations research, information systems, economics, and environmental science to enrich the overall academic discourse.
- Acceptance of a paper, abstract, or presentation proposal does not automatically constitute confirmation of attendance. Presenters and participants must complete the formal registration process and fulfill all associated requirements to be officially included in the conference program and proceedings.
- The conference program encompasses multiple concurrent sessions, workshops, and keynote addresses scheduled across the event dates. Attendees acknowledge that it may not be possible to participate in every session simultaneously, and the organizers reserve the right to adjust the schedule, speakers, or session formats in response to logistical or unforeseen circumstances.