National Conferenceon

Decision Science and Operations Management: Recent Trends and Developments

7 March 2020,Saturday

The purpose of the National Conference on Decision Science and Operations Management: Recent Trends and Developments, 2020 is to bring together researchers, faculty members, practitioners and students interested in both theoretical advances and practical applications in the �eld of operations, decision sciences, and analytics. The conference promises to throw up many interesting ideas and discussions on the theme of the conference. The Conference aims to foster collaboration, propagate best practices and to make positive impact in scienti�c decision-making.

Conference Objectives

About BGU

DECISIONSCIENCE

ANALYTICS

OPERATIONS

Birla Global University is a self-�nanced private unitary University established by the enactment of Birla Global University Odisha Act, 2015.Its main campus, spread over an area of nearly 30 acres of land is located at Gothapatna, Bhubaneswar. The University is managed by a Board of Governors headed by Smt. Jayshree Mohta, Chairperson of the Birla Academy. Birla Academy of Art & Culture is the main promoter of Birla Global University. Honorable Governor of Odisha is the Chancellor of the University. The University has been established with a vision to create and disseminate knowledge in global context while pursuing excellence in innovation and inclusiveness. Presently, the University operates with �ve schools including Birla School of Management which is o�ering Ph.D., MBA, BBA (Honours), BBA (Business Analytics) and BBA (Digital Marketing). It has collaboration with several foreign universities of repute in

Europe and Asia such as ESSCA School of Management, France, Ljubljana University, Slovenia, Kozminski University,

Poland, Multi Media University, Malaysia for students, faculty exchange and scienti�c research.

Abstract and Paper Submission Guidelines :All abstracts must be original and not simultaneously submitted to another journal or conference. An abstract not exceeding 250 words including 3-6 keywords must be sent within the stipulated deadline. To facilitate the peer review, authors are requested to adhere to the following guidelines: The abstract page must include the title of the paper, name, a�liation and contact details of the author(s), abstract and the key words.

For consideration of best paper award one has to send the full length paper which must not exceed 5000 words (excluding references). The paper must be typed in Times New Roman, 12 point, 1.5 space with margins of 1” on all sides. Citations and references must be written in APA style. Abstracts and full papers may be mailed at seminar_som@bgu.ac.in

Keynote Speakers Eminent speakers from industries and academics will participate in the deliberations.

Registration Fee (in INR) Research Scholars/ Students : 750/- l Faculty Members : 1000/- l Industry Participants : 1500/-

Registration fee includes Conference Kit, Tea, Snacks, and Launch.

Venue:

Seminar Hall, Birla Global University.

Sub Themes : Quality Management & Lean Operations Supply Chain Management Project Management Business Analytics Data Mining & Big Data Analytics Machine Learning Soft Computing (AI & Cloud Computing) Optimization Decision Science in Practice Information System and Technology

Important Dates Submission of abstracts Noti�cation of acceptance of abstracts Submission of full paper : February 25, 2020 Registration : February 29, 2020

(At least one author of the paper should register before the due date)

: February 15, 2020: February 20, 2020

(not mandatory)

Campus : IDCO Plot No.: 2, Institutional Area, Gothapatna, Bhubaneswar - 751029, OdishaMob. : +91-9776129900, +91-7381058307, +91-7381041622, +91-7381058302, +91-7381058301, +91-7381058996Email : admission@bgu.ac.in

Birla Global University

Publication Opportunity : Selected papers will be published in an edited book with a reputed publisher.

Best Paper Award :

Two best papers will be awarded (one in student category and other in non-student category)

Certi�cate :All paper presenters will be issued certi�cate for paper presentation. All registered delegates will be issued certi�cate of participation.

Mode of Payment :Registration fees should be sent latest by 15th February, 2020 through a demand draft/banker’s cheque in favour of Birla Global University, Bhubaneswar, payable at Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India.

Payment through RTGS/NEFT, Bank Details :Beneficiary Name : BIRLA GLOBAL UNIVERSITY Bank Name : UCO BANK Bank A/C No : 31090110018897 Bank Branch : GOTHAPATNA, BHUBANESWAR, INDA IFSC Code : UCBA0003109

Conference Convenors : Dr. Manidatta Ray (9437250083) Dr. Pradip Kundu (9800798111)

Co-convenor: Dr. Mamata Rath (8327716681)

Organising Committee : Convenors Co-convenor Dr. Lalatendu Sahoo Dr. Manas Kr. Pal