Call for Papers

TEMSCON LATAM 2024
Technology and Engineering Management for Sustainable Societies

We are pleased to announce the 2024 IEEE Technology and Engineering Management Society Conference, for the first time held in Latin America. TEMSCON LATAM is hosted by the IEEE Technology and Engineering Management Society, IEEE TEMS Panama Chapter, and IEEE Panama Section. This event offers a unique opportunity for academics, practitioners, researchers, and industrialists to engage directly and present their latest technological innovations and research in technology and engineering management during July 2024 in Panama City, Panama.

Please be aware that TEMSCON is an in-person event, and authors of accepted papers must be present. Virtual presentations are not available. Both IEEE members and non-members are invited to participate in the call for publications, covering theoretical and practical topics in areas such as:

• Information Systems (CMMS & EAM)
• Reliability-Centered Asset Management
• Pronostics and Health Management
• Fiability Management

• Artificial Intelligence
• Internet of Things
• Blockchain
• Human-Machine Interface
• Data Security
• Metaverse
• Other technologies

• Technologies for renewable energy generation
• Policy for renewables energies
• New Energy Markets
• Smart Grids
• Clean Energy
• Energy Resilience
• Facility Resilience
• Other Energy Trends

• Technology Entrepreneurship
• Engineering Innovation and Entrepreneurship
• New Markets for Entrepreneurs
• Venture Capital Investment
• New business Models
• Technology for Entrepreneurship
• Open Innovation
• Circular Economy

• Engineering & Operations management
• Manufacturing Operations
• Supply Chain Resilience
• Manufacturing Flexibility

• Engineering and Technology Skills for People and Organizations
• Technologies for Upskilling and Reskilling
• Education and Training
• Engineering Leadership
• Happiness Management

• Program & Project Management
• Agile
• Change Management for Engineering Projects

• Technologies for Sustainability
• Smart Infrastructure
• Smart Transport

• Ethics in Technology and Engineering
• Transition Social
• Sustainable Development

• Technology Transfer
• Technology and Innovation Management
• Technology Policy Development and Assessment

We eagerly anticipate a diverse array of high-quality submissions from across the globe. This event is more than a conference; it is a catalyst for advancing technological development worldwide. Your participation is crucial, and we are excited to see the unique perspectives and innovations you will bring to IEEE TEMSCON LATAM 2024!

We invite you to submit your best work to IEEE TEMSCON LATAM 2024 and share your technological advances with the community! To participate, send your paper in digital format (PDF) through our easy-to-use submission portal: https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=ieeetemscon2024. Please ensure that your submission is in English and adheres to the standard IEEE conference format. Note that the maximum length is six (6) pages, including illustrations and references. We emphasize the importance of originality in each submission, and make sure to accurately categorize your paper by its subject area.

IEEE does not guarantee that papers accepted for presentation at the conference will be eligible for publication in the IEEE Xplore® Digital Library. Conference proceedings that meet IEEE quality review standards may be eligible for inclusion in the IEEE Xplore® Digital Library.

Our dedicated Technical Program Committee is committed to upholding the highest standards of academic rigor and integrity. Every submission will undergo a thorough double-blind review process.

Authors must submit their work without including information that would reveal their identity. If your paper is accepted, at least one of the authors must register and present their paper during the conference. Don’t miss this opportunity to stand out as a leader in your field and share your knowledge and progress with others – download our IEEE templates in Microsoft Word or Overleaf and submit your paper today!

Paper Submission deadline: Apr 30, May 22, 2024
Notification: May 30, June 14, 2024
Final Version Submission: June 30th, 2024
Conference: July 17th – 19th, 2024

Other dates:
Tutorials and workshops: July 17th, 2024
Site visits: July 20th, 2024

E-mail: temscon2024@ieee.org
Website: https://attend.ieee.org/temscon-2024

Technical Program Chair:
César Viloria-Núñez, Universidad del Norte (Colombia): cesarvilorian@ieee.org

General Chair:
Nélida Gómez, Wisy (Panamá): nelen.gomez@ieee.org

Steering Committee
Sudeendra Koushik, TEMS Presidente Elect
Gustavo Giannattasio, TEMS VP Education
Eduardo Ahumada, TEMS BoG Member at Large

Technical Program Chair:
César Viloria-Núñez, Universidad del Norte (Colombia): cesarvilorian@ieee.org

Energy Technology Trends Track Co-Chairs:
Jovanio Santos, Thymos Energia (Brazil): jovanio.santos@ieee.org
Ingrid Oliveros, Universidad del Norte (Colombia): inoliver@uninorte.edu.co

Disruptive Technologies Trends Track Co-Chairs:
Eldon Caldwell, Universidad de Costa Rica (Costa Rica): eldon.caldwell@ucr.ac.cr
Andrés Navarro, Universidad Icesi (Colombia): anavarro@icesi.edu.co

Innovation, Entrepreneurship & Venture Track Chair:
Chintan Oza, Anantam Ecosystems Private Limited (India): chintan@anantamecosystems.com

Operation Management Track Co-Chairs:
Diana Ramírez, University at Buffalo (USA): dgramire@buffalo.edu
Diana Ng, Universidad Tecnológica de Panamá (Panama): diana.ng@utp.ac.pa

People and Organizations Track Chair:
Alejandra Orellana, Madetropec (Ecuador): alejandra.orellana@ieee.org

Program & Project Management Track Chair:
Gustavo Giannastasio, IEEE TEMS (Uruguay): ggiannattasio@gmail.com

Smart Cities Track Chair:
Víctor Larios, Universidad de Guadalajara (México): victor.larios@academicos.udg.mx

Social Implications of Technology Track Chair:
Manuel Castañón-Puga, Universidad Autónoma de Baja California (México): puga@uabc.edu.mx

Tech Management & Transfer Track Co-Chairs:
Felix Vega, Technology Innovation Institute (United Arabian Emirates): felix.vega@tii.ae
Jaider Vega, Universidad del Norte (Colombia): jaider@uninorte.edu.co