Program
The ISM 2024 conference will be held in a hybrid format, meaning that all the plenary and parallel sessions will be held in person and live-streamed online on Microsoft Teams, where online participants will not only be able to watch and listen to the talks but also interact with the participants on site and give their talk.
The ISM 2025 conference will be held in a hybrid format. More updates about the program will follow in the coming months.
LINKS TO THE VIRTUAL ROOMS
You can find the link to the virtual rooms to connect remotely via Microsoft Teams in the session description within the program. To have access to the rooms, you need to be registered to the conference.
Plenary Sessions
Keynotes are here! Take a look at the exciting lineup for ISM. Keynotes present diverse, visionary speakers who deliver the most powerful new ideas in the ever-evolving worlds of Industry 4.0 and Smart Manufacturing.
This year, ISM is bringing exciting new features you won’t want to miss! For the first time in ISM history, the traditional plenary sessions will be enhanced with two dedicated panels, where experts will discuss the latest and most pressing topics in research for the industry of the future!
Stay tuned to this section for updates on the events taking place at ISM 2025. More details coming soon!
Keynote Talks
Keynotes present diverse, visionary speakers who deliver the most powerful new ideas in the ever-evolving worlds of Industry of the Future and Smart Manufacturing. Kenynotes will be soon announced!
Rodolfo HABER GUERRA
Professor
Centro de Automatica y Robotica
Spain
November 22, 2023 - 11:15 - 13:00
Towards Industry 5.0: some research challenges and opportunities.
Built on the pillars of human-centricity and resilience, Industry 5.0 is focused on fostering the industry towards a new paradigm that not only remains within economic boundaries but also actively contributes to well-being and sustainability. The adoption of Industry 5.0 principles is just at the beginning phase in Europe, where the paradigm is transitioning from awareness and methods development to implementation. In this conference, the industrial human needs, human factors and potential future applications are analysed, exploring the links with cyber-physical human systems and enabling technologies. The initiative of Community of Practice of Industry 5.0 (CoP Industry 5.0, European Commission) is also presented. Two case studies with applications in the industry and the recently funded Horizon Europe project FORTIS, all driven by Artificial Intelligence with applications to manufacturing, are discussed. Finally, some directions and specific areas for potential research are presented.
Biographical Sketch
Rodolfo Haber received the Ph.D. degree in Industrial Engineering from the Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, Spain, in 1999. Researcher of the Spanish Council for Scientific Research (CSIC) since 2006. From 2020-24, he has been Director of the Center for Automation and Robotics of the Spanish Council for Scientific Research (CSIC) and Polytechnic University of Madrid (UPM), formerly Vice-Director (2016-20). He has authored 3 books, 18 patents and trade secrets, 21 book chapters, and dozen of articles in indexed journals and conference papers. He has been co-founder of the starts-up Kinequo S.L. (2015), Xymbot Digital Solutions S.L. (2020) and Invofox SL (2022). Since 2002, he has belonged to the IFAC’s TC3.1/5.1 Computers for Control/Manufacturing Plant Control of IFAC, ASME TC Model Identification and Intelligent Systems and IEEE IES TC on Industrial Cyber-Physical Systems. He is member of the Editorial Board of several journals, editing nowadays a Collection Topic “Smart manufacturing systems and industry 4.0 Technologies” (Scientific Reports, Nature Portfolio). He represents CSIC in “Data, AI and Robotics (DAIRO)” EU Association and he is member of Industry 5.0 Community of Practice Initiative (European Commission). His main research activities are focused on cyber-physical systems, Internet-of-Everything, intelligent systems, modelling, control and supervisory systems, artificial cognitive systems and Industry 5.0.
Bridging the Research & Innovation Ecosystem
This panel will gather key players involved in the full cycle of research and innovation projects, from the initial funding stage to the final dissemination of results. Participants will include experts in European funding, researchers responsible for project execution, publishers involved in disseminating research findings, and industry partners supporting or implementing project outcomes.
Stefan MINNER
Professor & Editor-in-Chief
Technical University of Munich
Germany
November 22, 2023 - 11:15 - 13:00
Biographical Sketch
Stefan Minner is a Full Professor for Logistics and Supply Chain Management at the School of Management, Technical University of Munich (TUM) and a core-member of the Munich Data Science Institute (MDSI). Currently, he is the acting Vice Dean of Research and Innovation at TUM School of Management. His research interests using methods of operations research, artificial intelligence and machine learning are in global supply chain design, transportation optimization and inventory management. His work was published in many peer reviewed journals, including Management Science, Manufacturing & Service Operations Management, Operations Research, Production and Operations Management, Transportation Science, Transportation Research Part B, and European Journal of Operational Research. He serves on several editorial boards of logistics and operations research journals. Currently, Stefan Minner is the Editor-in-Chief of the International Journal of Production Economics. Stefan Minner is a fellow of the International Society for Inventory Research (ISIR) and a member of the Research Committee of the European Logistics Association (ELA).
Emmanuel FRANCALANZA
Professor
University of Malta
Malta
November 22, 2023 - 11:15 - 13:00
Biographical Sketch
Prof. Ing. Emmanuel Francalanza is a distinguished academic and researcher in the field of Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering, currently serving as a member of the Department of Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering at the University of Malta. His research expertise lies in the development of advanced methodologies and tools to facilitate the implementation of Industry 4.0 and Industry 5.0 technologies within industrial settings. Prof. Ing. Francalanza’s work is focused on the integration of digital technologies such as Collaborative Robotics, the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), Digital Twins, and Artificial Intelligence (AI) into industrial automation systems. His research aims to transform traditional manufacturing systems into cyber-physical systems, advancing the next generation of smart, sustainable, and human-centric production processes. From 2019 to 2024, Prof. Ing. Francalanza served as Head of the Department of Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering, as well as Deputy Dean of the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Malta. He has played a key role in coordinating several nationally funded research initiatives and has been actively involved in numerous European research projects, including Horizon MSCA and Erasmus+ programs. His ongoing research includes participation in the LEONARDO and SME5.0 projects, which explore innovative approaches to intelligent manufacturing and sustainable production. With over 70 publications in peer-reviewed conferences and journals, three patents, and numerous book chapters, Prof. Ing. Francalanza is recognized for his contributions to the field of industrial engineering. He serves as Associate Editor for the Journal of Production & Manufacturing Research and is a member of the European Professors of Industrial Engineering and Management (EPIEM). Additionally, he currently chairs the Smart Manufacturing Committee, overseeing the implementation of Malta’s smart specialisation strategy. Prof. Ing. Francalanza’s work bridges the gap between academia and industry, driving forward the adoption of next-generation manufacturing technologies that have the potential to revolutionise production systems globally.
Pathfinder Plenary Panel
The Pathfinder Plenary Panel convenes a diverse group of experts to explore the evolving landscape of modern methodologies and technologies. This panel aims to develop a potential mid-term outlook by addressing complex questions from the audience, facilitating a deep dive into various domains. The interactive format encourages a dynamic exchange of ideas, making it a must-attend for those looking to stay ahead in their fields.
Stefan MINNER
Professor & Editor-in-Chief
Technical University of Munich
Germany
November 22, 2023 - 11:15 - 13:00
Biographical Sketch
Stefan Minner is a Full Professor for Logistics and Supply Chain Management at the School of Management, Technical University of Munich (TUM) and a core-member of the Munich Data Science Institute (MDSI). Currently, he is the acting Vice Dean of Research and Innovation at TUM School of Management. His research interests using methods of operations research, artificial intelligence and machine learning are in global supply chain design, transportation optimization and inventory management. His work was published in many peer reviewed journals, including Management Science, Manufacturing & Service Operations Management, Operations Research, Production and Operations Management, Transportation Science, Transportation Research Part B, and European Journal of Operational Research. He serves on several editorial boards of logistics and operations research journals. Currently, Stefan Minner is the Editor-in-Chief of the International Journal of Production Economics. Stefan Minner is a fellow of the International Society for Inventory Research (ISIR) and a member of the Research Committee of the European Logistics Association (ELA).
Regular & Invited Sessions
Regular Sessions cover the topics of the conference and mainly group the papers that fall within a specific research subject and submitted to the regular program.
Invited Sessions consist of papers collected within the scope of an Open Track (for the full list of available tracks check the Topics & Tracks section) proposed by one or more organizers. In this case, papers are mainly based on personal invitation by the Open Track organizer(s) but may also include papers submitted to the regular program.
Presentation Formats and Speakers' Instructions
Parallel Sessions (either regular or invited) will last about 1 hour and 30 minutes and may include between 4 and 5 papers. Both sessions provide the opportunity for Authors (both in-person and virtual) to present their work live by sharing their presentations and giving their talk (max 12 minutes) followed by Question & Answers (around 3 minutes). All the blended sessions will be streamed via MS Teams so that virtual attendees can also listen to the presentations being held in the conference physical rooms and interact with the audience in there. This way, also presenting authors attending the conference remotely will be able to share their screen, give their talk and interact with the audience in the conference physical rooms. Presentation template is free.
Special Sessions
Special sessions offer a venue for the presentation of topics of special academic, social or industrial interest, including project presentations, panel discussions or non-technical talks on topics
such as research funding, entrepreneurship, or technology transfer.
R&D Projects Dissemination Event @ISM 2025
The ISM 2025 Organization Committee has embraced the vision to make the conference the perfect environment for knowledge exchange and dissemination. In particular, dissemination activities (integrated with communication and exploitation) are essential for the impact and success of R&D projects. Funding bodies (e.g. the EU commission) usually request partners to organize midterm and final dissemination events in order to broadly disseminate the outputs of the project.
With this in mind, ISM 2025 is organizing this special “R&D Projects Dissemination Event” dedicated to oral presentations of ongoing or final results of R&D projects in all the areas related to the conference topics.
This special event will represent a unique platform for companies, research bodies and universities to:
- disseminate their project progress and results to the relevant scientific communities, potential investors, stakeholders, regulatory bodies, potential users, and lay audience;
- find other R&D project partnership opportunities with other speakers or people of the audience.
Tentative presenters should submit the form below by October 1, 2025. An advisory board will assess the submitted summary in terms of adherence to the topics of the Conference. The presenter will be notified about the acceptance for presentation. Please, note that the submitted summaries will not undergo through a technical/scientific peer-review process; hence, project summaries and presentations will NOT be included in the conference proceedings.
We have limited slots for presentations, therefore be sure to book your opportunity as soon as possible!
Enjoy your stay
Social Activities
What really connects people at conferences are real live moments, memories and experiences.
We are planning the social events and the full conference activities and further information will be soon provided. Stay tuned!
We are planning the social events and the full conference activities and further information will be soon provided. Stay tuned!
Thursday, 21 November 2024
Gala Dinner @ Grandium Hotel
Join us for an unforgettable Gala Dinner at the Grandium Hotel Prague, located in the heart of the city at Politických vězňů 12. This elegant venue combines contemporary luxury with the historical charm of Prague, setting the stage for a sophisticated evening of dining and celebration.
Upon entering, you’ll be greeted by the Hotel’s stylish interiors, where modern design meets classic European ambiance. The event rooms are elegantly decorated and provide a warm, welcoming atmosphere perfect for an evening of mingling, dining, and enjoyment. Positioned in Prague’s historic district, the venue offers easy access to the city’s vibrant landmarks, adding a touch of magic to your experience.
As you take your seat, prepare to indulge in a culinary experience crafted by the Grandium’s renowned chefs, who bring together exquisite flavors to delight your palate. With an attentive and professional team, you’re guaranteed an evening of exceptional service in a remarkable setting.
Join us for an evening of fine dining, elegant surroundings, and memorable moments at the Grandium Hotel Prague!