Conference Objectives
- Examine how artificial intelligence and machine learning are redefining demand forecasting, inventory optimization, and supplier selection across complex global networks
- Explore strategies for building climate-resilient supply chains that balance sustainability imperatives with cost efficiency and regulatory compliance
- Investigate the role of blockchain and distributed ledger technologies in enhancing traceability, reducing fraud, and building end-to-end supply chain transparency
- Critically assess nearshoring and reshoring trends reshaping global manufacturing footprints in the wake of geopolitical disruption and pandemic-era vulnerabilities
- Advance interdisciplinary research connecting supply chain management with behavioral economics, data science, and humanitarian logistics
- Encourage cross-sector collaboration between academia, government bodies, and private enterprises to co-develop next-generation supply chain standards and best practices
Who Should Attend
Among those attending are doctoral candidates, chief supply chain officers, humanitarian logistics staff and policy analysts.
- Academic researchers and doctoral candidates specializing in logistics, operations management, or supply chain analytics
- Chief supply chain officers and procurement directors seeking evidence-based strategies for operational transformation
- Technology vendors and solution architects developing AI-powered, IoT-enabled, or blockchain-based supply chain platforms
- Policy analysts and government officials involved in trade regulation, customs reform, or national supply chain resilience planning
- Sustainability consultants and ESG professionals working to decarbonize and ethicize global value chains
- Humanitarian and nonprofit logistics coordinators managing supply chains in crisis and low-resource environments
- Graduate students and early-career professionals looking to present original research and connect with experts
Select Ticket Type
Registration for the 4th International Conference on Supply Chain Management in Mississauga offers a range of ticket categories carefully structured to accommodate academics, practitioners, and students alike. All listed registration prices are fully inclusive of applicable taxes, ensuring complete pricing transparency from the moment you select your preferred option. We encourage delegates to review each tier and choose the ticket type that best aligns with their participation goals and professional needs.
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
Authors and delegates who require an official invitation letter for travel or institutional purposes may request one through the conference secretariat after completing their registration or receiving paper acceptance confirmation. The letter will be issued on official conference letterhead and will include relevant details such as the conference title, dates, location in Mississauga, Canada, and the recipient’s role as a presenter or attendee.
Invitation letters are intended solely to support legitimate travel planning, visa applications, and institutional approval processes. Requests are processed in the order they are received, and applicants are advised to submit their requests well in advance of any visa appointment or institutional deadline to allow adequate processing time.
Please note that the issuance of an official invitation letter by the conference organizing committee does not guarantee visa approval or entry into Canada. All immigration and visa decisions rest exclusively with the relevant government authorities, and applicants are responsible for ensuring they meet all entry requirements independently of this letter.
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 – 4th International Conference on Supply Chain Management
The 4th International Conference on Supply Chain Management warmly invites scholars and practitioners worldwide to submit original research, case studies, and conceptual papers that advance the frontiers of supply chain knowledge in 2026. We welcome submissions across all thematic tracks, encouraging bold interdisciplinary perspectives that challenge convention and drive the field forward.
Accepted work may be considered for the conference proceedings where applicable and is presented during the event in Mississauga, 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 4th edition, papers can cover any of the conference tracks, for example Supply Chain Strategy and Competitive Advantage, Artificial Intelligence in Logistics and Planning or Retail Supply Chain and Omnichannel Fulfillment.
| 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 4th 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 basis of originality, methodological soundness, relevance to the conference themes, and 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:
- The recipient of the Best Paper Award will be honored with an official award certificate and a featured spotlight in the conference’s post-event communications, including its newsletter and social media channels, amplifying their research to a global professional audience
- Winning authors will be offered a fast-track recommendation to submit their recognized paper to a prestigious affiliated journal for expedited peer review, providing a significant pathway toward high-impact publication in the supply chain management field
4th International Conference on Supply Chain Management – August 27, 2026 – Mississauga, 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 4th International Conference on Supply Chain Management welcomes contributions from a broad spectrum of disciplines; presenters and attendees may come from fields including operations research, economics, engineering, information systems, and public policy, reflecting the inherently multidisciplinary nature of modern supply chain scholarship
- Registration and payment of conference fees confirm a delegate’s intent to attend but do not constitute a guaranteed reservation until full payment has been processed and an official confirmation email has been issued by the organizing committee
- The conference program is organized across multiple concurrent tracks and specialized sessions; attendance at every individual session cannot be guaranteed for all delegates, and the organizers reserve the right to adjust session schedules, merge tracks, or modify room assignments as logistical needs require