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<p class="MsoNormal">Dear Logistics & SCM Community: <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Please see below the Call for Papers for the 21<sup>st</sup> European Research Seminar (ERS) in Spain.
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<p class="MsoNormal">The submission system will open on January 5, 2026. We hope to see you next year in Madrid.
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b>CALL FOR PAPERS<o:p></o:p></b></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">ERS 2026 – the 21st CSCMP European Research Seminar (ERS) on Logistics and Supply Chain Management
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<p class="MsoNormal">Conference Dates: June 11 – 12, 2026 <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Host: EAE, Madrid, Spain <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Submission Time Frame:<b> January 5, 2026 – February 28, 2026
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<p class="MsoNormal">Website: <a href="http://www.ers-conference.org">www.ers-conference.org</a>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Contact: <a href="mailto:ers@whu.edu">ers@whu.edu</a> <o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Theme: From Barriers to Responsibility: Designing Supply Chains for a Turbulent World</b>
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<p class="MsoNormal">The 21st CSCMP European Research Seminar (ERS) invites researchers, academics, and practitioners to submit forward-thinking research contributions in the broad area of logistics and supply chain management.
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<p class="MsoNormal">While the conference emphasizes this year’s primary theme, “<b>From Barriers to Responsibility: Designing Supply Chains for a Turbulent World</b>“, submissions addressing other innovative and empirical research topics within logistics and
supply chain management are also highly encouraged. <o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">ERS provides a unique platform for discussing cutting-edge research, fostering collaborations, and sharing insights. The program combines formal presentations, interactive sessions, and informal networking opportunities, offering participants
a stimulating environment for intellectual exchange. <o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Submission Formats and Guidelines <o:p></o:p></b></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">ERS 2026 encourages diverse perspectives and invites submissions in the following formats:
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><i>1. Full Papers <o:p></o:p></i></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">• Submit a manuscript for potential publication in either the Journal of Business Logistics (JBL) or the International Journal of Logistics Management (IJLM).
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<p class="MsoNormal">• Full papers will undergo a rigorous double-blind review process, and conference presentation is a prerequisite for publication consideration.
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><i>2. Conference Papers <o:p></o:p></i></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">• Present research nearing completion that seeks detailed feedback prior to finalization from reviewers and conference participants.
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<p class="MsoNormal">• High-quality submissions aligned with JBL’s scope may be invited for resubmission to JBL after the conference for publication consideration.
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><i>3. Discussion Forum Proposals <o:p></o:p></i></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">• Propose topics for interactive sessions addressing critical challenges, new methodologies, or emerging perspectives in logistics and supply chain management.
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<p class="MsoNormal">• Proposals should include a brief description of the topic, format, and expected outcomes.
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<p class="MsoNormal">• Innovative and collaborative formats, such as workshops or debates, are encouraged to maximize engagement.
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><i>4. Research Ideas <o:p></o:p></i></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">• Present early-stage research concepts to receive valuable feedback and refine high-impact research ideas.
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<p class="MsoNormal">• Submit a 2–3-page outline of the research perspective and its potential.
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<p class="MsoNormal">For submissions due by February 28, 2026, detailed submission guidelines and templates are available at:
<a href="https://www.ers-conference.org/guidelines">https://www.ers-conference.org/guidelines</a>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Key Highlights:<o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">• <b>Networking Opportunities</b>: Engage with international scholars in logistics and supply chain management.
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<p class="MsoNormal">• <b>Publication Opportunities</b>: Fast-track your research for potential submission to top-tier journals.
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<p class="MsoNormal">• <b>Dynamic Discussions:</b> Participate in innovative sessions exploring emerging research areas.
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<p class="MsoNormal">Visit the conference website for more details: <a href="https://www.ers-conference.org/">
https://www.ers-conference.org/</a> <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">For inquiries, contact us at: <a href="mailto:ers@whu.edu">ers@whu.edu</a>
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<p class="MsoNormal">The entire ERS team is looking forward to receiving your submissions and to welcoming you to Madrid, Spain, for two days of stimulating research exchange and collaboration.
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><i>Let us advance the field of logistics and supply chain management together!<o:p></o:p></i></b></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black">Robert Wiedmer</span></b><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black">, Ph.D.</span></b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#5C6670"><br>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#595959">NASPO Department of Supply Chain Management
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<a href="mailto:Robert.Wiedmer@asu.edu"><span style="color:#595959">Robert.Wiedmer@asu.edu</span></a> | Ph: 480.965.3666
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