Call for papers

Research that improves the design, performance and management of industrial systems.

Scope and contribution

Submissions should state an industrial engineering or advanced manufacturing problem, explain the method and provide evidence for the claimed contribution. Technology demonstrations and organizational studies need a clear connection to industrial decisions or system performance.

Industrial Engineering & Operations Research

Optimization, simulation and better decisions for industrial systems.

  • Mathematical programming and metaheuristics
  • Discrete-event simulation and digital experimentation
  • Facility location, layout and production scheduling
  • Decision analysis and uncertainty modelling

Manufacturing Systems & Advanced Processes

Design, evaluate and improve the systems that make products.

  • Manufacturing process design and optimization
  • Additive, precision and hybrid manufacturing
  • Assembly systems and flexible production
  • Design for manufacturing and process economics

Smart Manufacturing, AI & Industry 5.0

Connect intelligent technologies with measurable industrial outcomes.

  • Industrial AI and machine learning
  • Digital twins, industrial IoT and cyber-physical systems
  • Automation, robotics and human–robot collaboration
  • Human-centric and resilient smart factories

Supply Chain, Logistics & Resilience

Coordinate materials, information and capacity across networks.

  • Inventory and multiechelon systems
  • Transportation, warehousing and distribution
  • Supply chain risk and disruption recovery
  • Procurement, supplier development and network design

Quality, Reliability & Maintenance

Build dependable processes and improve lifecycle performance.

  • Statistical quality control and process capability
  • Lean, Six Sigma and continuous improvement
  • Reliability engineering and asset management
  • Predictive maintenance and condition monitoring

Advanced Materials & Manufacturing Technologies

Connect material behaviour with manufacturing process performance.

  • Material processing and process–structure relationships
  • Surface engineering, joining and coating
  • Composite and lightweight manufacturing
  • Process validation, metrology and material characterization

Sustainable Industry & Circular Economy

Improve environmental performance alongside industrial value.

  • Resource and energy efficiency in production
  • Circular supply chains and remanufacturing
  • Life cycle assessment and carbon-aware decisions
  • Sustainable operations and responsible manufacturing

Human Factors & Production System Design

Design safe, productive and human-centred manufacturing systems.

  • Ergonomics, occupational safety and work design
  • Human performance and workforce planning
  • Assembly workstations and human–robot interaction
  • Socio-technical production systems

Submission Categories

Full research paper

Original methods, empirical research, industrial case studies or systematic reviews with a defensible contribution. Working format: up to six A4 pages.

Presentation abstract

A concise proposal for an oral or poster presentation. Working length: 200–300 words. Abstract acceptance does not imply proceedings publication.

Submission guidelines & templates