2nd International Conference on Business Innovation and Sustainable Society (BISS 2026): Business Excellence through Human-Machine Interface
1. About the Conference & Theme
BISS 2026: Organized by the Centre for Business Growth (CBG) at GITAM School of Business, Hyderabad, the 2nd International Conference on Business Innovation and Sustainable Society focuses on the core theme “Business Excellence through Human-Machine Interface”. The conference provides an offline academic platform to discuss how emerging technologies, AI collaborations, and sustainable paradigms redefine modern business models.
- Host Institution: GITAM School of Business, GITAM (Deemed to be University), Hyderabad
- Event Mode: Offline Mode
- Conference Highlights: Pre-Conference Workshop, Keynote Talks, Paper Presentations, and Poster Presentations.
2. Thematic Tracks & Research Scope
Submissions are invited across specialized academic tracks:
- Track 1: Circular Economy in the Age of AI
- Track 2: Business Transformation through HumanβMachine Collaboration
- Track 3: Service Science, Customer Experience & AI-Enabled Value Creation
- Track 4: Social Entrepreneurship, Inclusion & AI for Social Good
- Track 5: Resilient, Sustainable & Data-Driven Supply Chains
- Track 6: Decent Work, Productivity & the Future of Human Labour
- Special Track: Emerging Scholars Forum for UG and PG Students
3. Keynote Speakers
The conference features prominent global experts delivering keynote addresses:
- Prof. Haya Ajjan: Dean, Love School of Business, Elon University, USA
- Prof. Angappa Gunasekaran: Professor of SCM, Penn State Harrisburg, USA
4. Important Schedule & Deadlines
| Conference Milestone | Scheduled Date |
|---|---|
| Extended Abstract Submission Deadline | 31st October 2026 |
| Notification of Acceptance | 2 weeks from submission |
| Last Date for Registration | 31st October 2026 |
| Conference Dates | 10th & 11th December 2026 |
5. Contact & Inquiry Details
For guidelines, registration support, and inquiries, please reach out to the organizing team:
- Coordinator Contacts: Dr. Ajay Kumar (+91 8826699667), Dr. R. Veerababu (+91 9966578892), Ms. Shwetha (+91 7019783772)
- Official Inquiry Email: biss2026@gitam.in
- Official Portal: https://biss2026.gitam.edu/
- Venue Address: GITAM School of Business, GITAM (Deemed to be University), Rudraram, Sangareddy, Hyderabad, Telangana
6. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Frequently Asked Questions
- Q1: What is the theme of BISS 2026?
Ans: Business Excellence through Human-Machine Interface. - Q2: Where is the conference taking place?
Ans: GITAM School of Business, Hyderabad, Telangana in offline mode. - Q3: What is the last date for abstract submission?
Ans: The extended abstract submission deadline is October 31, 2026. - Q4: How can I register or find further details?
Ans: You can visit the official portal at https://biss2026.gitam.edu/.