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2027 International Conference on Business Convergence(ICBC 2027)

and Editors Meeting

The KODISA Foundation is pleased to host the 2027 International Conference on Business Convergence (ICBC 2027) and Editors Meeting.

ICBC 2027 aims to provide a global platform for scholars, researchers, practitioners, and industry experts to exchange innovative ideas and recent advances in business convergence, artificial intelligence, distribution, logistics, smart technologies, and the future industries of Asia. The conference will bring together distinguished academics, technology developers, policymakers, and business professionals from around the world.

The conference program will include keynote speeches, academic paper presentations, editor meetings, industry-academia collaboration sessions, and networking activities related to emerging technologies, distribution innovation, and Asia's future industries.

Outstanding papers presented at ICBC 2027 will be selected for awards. Selected papers may also be invited to submit extended versions for possible publication in KODISA-affiliated international journals after undergoing the journals' standard peer-review process.

In particular, excellent papers related to Artificial Intelligence (AI), distribution systems, logistics, retail innovation, supply chain management, and Asia's future industries may be considered for Special Issues of KODISA journals.

Special Issue Themes

•     JDS (SCOPUS, ESCI): “Artificial Intelligence and Distribution Science”

•     AJBE (KCI): “AI and the Transformation of Asia’s Future Industries”

    •    JRPE (KCI): “Ethical Research and Scholarly Intergrity in the Era of Artificial Intelligence.”

Submission to the Special Issues does not guarantee publication. All manuscripts must successfully pass the journals' standard peer-review and editorial evaluation procedures.

We warmly invite researchers, professionals, policymakers, and students worldwide to participate in ICBC 2027 and contribute to the advancement of global business convergence, distribution innovation, and the future industries of Asia.

ICBC 2027 Chairman: JongWoo Choi (SNU)

Topics of interest include, but are not limited to:

[ AI · Distribution · Logistics ]

•     Artificial Intelligence and Distribution Systems

•     Smart Logistics and Supply Chain Innovation

•     AI-based Retail and Consumer Analytics

•     Smart Technology and Urban Logistics

•     E-commerce and Distribution Innovation

•     Green Logistics and Sustainable Supply Chains

•     Internet of Things (IoT) in Logistics

•     Omnichannel Retail Strategies

•     Platform Business and Digital Distribution

•     ESG and Sustainable Distribution Systems

•     Residential Communities and Smart Delivery Systems

[ Digital Transformation · Data ]

•     Industry 4.0 and Digital Transformation

•     Big Data and Predictive Analytics

•     AI and Machine Learning Applications in Business

•     Smart Cities and Logistics Infrastructure

[ Asia's Future Industries ]

•     AI and Structural Transformation of Asia's Future Industries

•     ICT, Digital, and Intelligent Transformation of Asian Industries

•     Emerging Technology Ecosystems, Clusters, and Innovation Governance in Asia

•     Global Expansion of Hallyu-based Industries (K-Content, K-Beauty, K-Food, etc.)

•     Startup Ecosystems and Entrepreneurship in Asia

Abstract Submission Deadline

(Please refer to the conference homepage for the abstract template.)

•     1st Round: September 30, 2026

•     Final Round: November 20, 2026

Notification of Acceptance

•     December 5, 2026

Online Submission

•     JDS: https://accesson.kr/jds

•     AJBE: https://mc04.manuscriptcentral.com/ajbe

    •    JDS: https://accesson.kr/jrpe

Presentation Format

•     Oral Presentation (PPT)

•     ICBC Best Paper Award (1)

•     ICBC Outstanding Paper Award (2)

Outstanding conference papers may be recommended for publication in KODISA-affiliated journals.

Special Issue Themes

•     JDS(SCOPUS, ESCI):“Artificial Intelligence and Distribution Science”

•     AJBE(KCI):“AI and the Transformation of Asia’s Future Industries”

    •    JRPE (KCI): “Ethical Research and Scholarly Intergrity in the Era of Artificial Intelligence.”

Submission to the Special Issues does not guarantee publication. All manuscripts must successfully pass the journals' standard peer-review and editorial evaluation procedures.

•     Period: September 1, 2026 – January 10, 2027

•     Inquiry: kodisajournals@daum.net

Regular Participant: USD 450

The registration fee includes:

•     Conference admission

•     Conference materials

•     Welcome reception

•     Banquet dinner

•     Coffee breaks and meals during the conference

•     Certificate of participation

*Accommodation and airfare are not included.

Seoul National University, Gwanak Campus

1 Gwanak-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea

•     Bldg. 75 or Bldg. 38 — Seoul National University

*Detailed room assignments for each session will be announced on the conference homepage.

Schedule	Feb 17, 2027 (Wed)	Feb 18, 2027 (Thu)	Feb 19, 2027 (Fri)
Morning		Oral Session / Global Session	Closing Ceremony
Afternoon		Oral Session / Global Session / General Meeting	Seoul Field Tour (Optional Individual Tour)
Evening	Registration / Editors Meeting	Banquet Dinner

•     Sponsorship and Exhibition Application Period: September 1, 2026 – December 15, 2026

•     Sponsorship Inquiry: kodisajournals@daum.net

Conference sponsors may discuss sponsorship packages, exhibition booths, program advertisements, and promotional opportunities through email inquiry.