GLOGIFT 27: Data, Digital Business & Responsible AI
1. About the Organizing Institution
Indian Institute of Management Sambalpur (IIM Sambalpur): As a premier national management institution, IIM Sambalpur is renowned for fostering inclusive and sustainable management education, cutting-edge corporate research, and entrepreneurial leadership. Located in Odisha, the institute provides a vibrant intellectual ecosystem bridging advanced technology, analytics, and responsible governance.
2. About the Conference & Scope
GLOGIFT 27 is a prestigious international conference hosted by IIM Sambalpur focusing on the core theme: “Data, digital business & responsible AI”. Conducted in a flexible hybrid mode, the conference brings together global scholars, industry practitioners, and researchers to deliberate on digital transformation, ethical AI adoption, and resilient business ecosystems.
- Event Classification: International Management Research Conference
- Conference Dates: February 25–27, 2027
- Participation Mode: Hybrid (Physical & Virtual)
- Host Location: Indian Institute of Management Sambalpur, Odisha, India
3. Conference Tracks & Call for Submissions
Researchers are invited to submit their work across ten comprehensive conference tracks:
- ANA: Analytics, Big Data & Intelligent Systems (From prediction to decisions people can trust)
- DIG: Digital Transformation & Intelligent Business (Reimagining business models, processes and governance)
- ETH: Governance, Ethics & Responsible AI (Accountability, privacy and responsible adoption)
- FIN: AI in Finance, Accounting, FinTech & Digital Assets (Intelligence across markets, risk and financial systems)
- OPS: AI for Operations, Supply Chain & Industry 5.0 (Smarter operations built around resilient systems)
- MAR: AI in Marketing: Consumer Insights, Branding & Customer Engagement (Understanding customers without losing the human context)
- HCM: Human Capital & Leadership (Work, talent and leadership in an AI-shaped world)
- STR: Strategy, Innovation & Emerging Business Models (Competing, creating and adapting in new markets)
- SUS: Sustainable Finance & Decarbonization (Turning climate ambition into measurable action)
- INC: Inclusive Growth & Global Transformation (Technology that expands access, resilience and opportunity)
4. Author Guidelines & Submission Procedure
Prospective contributors are required to submit a 500-word abstract in their chosen track via the official submission platform. All submissions must align with the conference thematic areas and maintain high standards of academic originality.
5. Important Milestones & Schedule
| Conference Milestone Description | Scheduled Date |
|---|---|
| Abstract Submission Deadline | 23 November 2026 |
| Conference Dates & Technical Sessions | 25 – 27 February 2027 |
6. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Frequently Asked Questions
- Q1: What is the main theme of GLOGIFT 27?
Ans: The central theme is “Data, digital business & responsible AI”. - Q2: Where is the conference being hosted?
Ans: It is hosted at the Indian Institute of Management Sambalpur, Odisha, India. - Q3: What is the submission requirement and deadline for abstracts?
Ans: Authors need to submit a 500-word abstract in their chosen track by November 23, 2026. - Q4: Is virtual participation available?
Ans: Yes, GLOGIFT 27 is organized in a hybrid format supporting both physical and virtual attendance. - Q5: Where can participants access the official portal?
Ans: Official details and submission portals are available at glogift2027.in.