Conference Focus Areas

We invite papers/extended abstracts in the domains of business, management, engineering, finance, human resources, organisational studies, and marketing. We seek novel, innovative, and exciting work in areas including but not limited to:

Pillar I: Technology, Digital Innovation and Emerging Solutions

Harnessing digital transformation and emerging technologies to address development and climate challenges.

Track 1. Digital Innovation for Climate Resilience
AI, big data, remote sensing, IoT, digital twins, early-warning systems, and other technologies for climate adaptation and disaster risk reduction.

Track 2. AI and Emerging Technologies for Sustainable Development
Artificial intelligence, blockchain, robotics, geospatial technologies, and other emerging innovations supporting inclusive and sustainable development.

Track 3. Digital Transformation of Economies and Public Services
Digital platforms, e-governance, digital infrastructure, smart services, and technology-enabled transformation of economic and public-sector systems.

Track 4. Innovation Ecosystems, Entrepreneurship and Technology Transfer
Start-ups, innovation hubs, universities, research partnerships, technology transfer, and mechanisms for scaling locally relevant solutions.

Pillar II: Climate Action, Green Transformation and Sustainable Economies

Building resilient, low-carbon and resource-efficient economies in a climate-challenged world.

Track 5. Green and Circular Economies
Circular production and consumption, resource efficiency, sustainable industry, green technologies, and pathways towards low-carbon growth.

Track 6. Climate-Smart Agriculture, Food and Water Systems
Digital agriculture, food security, water resilience, sustainable value chains, precision farming, and climate-smart rural development.

Track 7. Sustainable Cities, Infrastructure and Communities
Smart cities, resilient infrastructure, sustainable transport, energy systems, housing, waste management, and climate-resilient urbanisation.

Track 8. Climate Finance and Investment for Sustainable Transformation
Green finance, blended finance, impact investment, carbon markets, innovative financing mechanisms, and mobilising capital for climate and development priorities.

Pillar III: Inclusion, Human Development and Equitable Transitions

Ensuring that digital and green transformations create opportunities for all and leave no community behind.

Track 9. Inclusive Digital Economies and Livelihoods
Digital financial inclusion, SMEs, entrepreneurship, digital jobs, platform economies, and technology-enabled livelihoods.

Track 10. Skills, Education and Human Capital for the Future
Digital and green skills, education systems, workforce transformation, lifelong learning, research capacity, and the preparation of young people for emerging economies.

Track 11. Gender, Youth and Marginalised Communities in the Digital-Green Transition
Women and youth entrepreneurship, rural inclusion, accessibility, social protection, and addressing inequalities in access to technology and climate opportunities.

Track 12. Climate Justice, Social Resilience and Just Transitions
Distributional impacts of climate change, vulnerability, social resilience, just transition policies, community participation, and locally led development.

Pillar IV: Regional Cooperation, Governance and Pathways to Impact

Strengthening institutions, partnerships and collective action to translate innovation into regional and sustainable impact.

Track 13. Regional Cooperation for Climate and Sustainable Development
Cross-border collaboration, regional institutions, shared resources, knowledge exchange, and coordinated responses to climate and development challenges.

Track 14. Policy, Governance and Institutional Innovation
Digital governance, climate policy, regulation, data governance, institutional capacity, accountability, and policy coherence.

Track 15. Public-Private Partnerships and Development Cooperation
Government, business, academia, civil society, development partners, and innovative partnership models for sustainable transformation.

Track 16. Scaling Innovation: From Local Solutions to Regional Impact
Evidence-based case studies, South–South and triangular cooperation, replication, scaling, and translating successful pilots into regional development outcomes.

In addition, we welcome abstract/full paper/poster submissions in topic areas covering issues/applications and theoretical research in the domain of:

• Human Resource Management

• Operations and Supply Chain Management

• Lean Six Sigma and Operations Excellence

• Digital Manufacturing, Industry 4.0/5.0

• Organisational Studies

• Strategic Management

• Accounting, Economics and Finance

• Engineering Management

• Project Management

• Sustainability, Green Innovation and Circular Economy

• Entrepreneurship and Innovation

• Marketing and Service Management

• Tourism Management

• Manufacturing and Production Management

• Simulation, Optimization and Process Improvement

• Supply Chain Management and Logistics Management

• Case Studies/Literature Reviews/Action Research/Empirical Studies

Special Tracks/Sessions Proposals are Welcome

The International Conference on Business Practices (ICFBP) 2027 invites submissions also for Special Tracks to be featured at the conference. We seek thought-provoking, forward-looking sessions that will explore the emerging trends, technologies, and strategies shaping the future of business.

As we approach a rapidly evolving global landscape, businesses must adapt to new realities driven by innovation, sustainability, and social impact. This conference provides a platform for global thought leaders, entrepreneurs, educators, and professionals to come together and collaborate to create sustainable, inclusive, and technology-driven solutions that enable businesses to thrive.

We are looking for engaging, interdisciplinary tracks that address current and future business challenges and promote the integration of innovative solutions. Proposed tracks should align with the ICFBP 2027 Mission of fostering collaboration and knowledge-sharing and driving sustainable business practices across industries.

Submission Guidelines for Abstract/Paper

We invite original, high-quality research papers and abstracts that align with the conference themes. Submissions will undergo a peer-review process for quality, originality, and relevance. Accepted papers will be indexed, and selected papers will be recommended for publication in special issues in Q1/Q2/CABS 3*/2*/ABDC A/B/C journals (Special Issue information will be updated on the conference website soon).

Abstract Submission:

• Abstracts should be around 250-300 words.

• Submissions should clearly outline the research's objectives, methodology, and expected outcomes.

• Abstracts must be submitted by 15th January 2027.

Full Paper Submission:

• Full papers should be a maximum of 12 pages long, including references.

• Submissions should follow the Conference Paper Formatting Guidelines (Template will be uploaded on the website soon).

• Full papers must be submitted by 15th April 2027.