Aims & Scope

The world of Operations and Supply Chain Management (OSCM) is undergoing a radical transformation. Driven by global disruptions, sustainability mandates, and the digital revolution, the old rules no longer apply. In this new landscape, innovation is not a luxury; it is the key to resilience, efficiency, and competitive advantage. Operations and Supply Chain Innovation (OSCI) is an international, peer-reviewed journal founded to be the central platform for this critical moment.  OSCI is published quarterly online by Scilight Press.

The primary aim of our journal is to establish a premier international forum for disseminating cutting-edge research and pioneering practices that define the future of OSCM. We strive to bridge the gap between academic rigor and real-world application, publishing work that is not only theoretically sound but also impactful and implementable. OSCI also aims to be more than just a publication; we aim to be a community and a catalyst. We invite researchers, industry leaders, and practitioners to contribute to this vital mission- to share your breakthroughs, challenges, and vision for building the operations and supply chains of the future.

To achieve this aim, we have set the following clear, actionable objectives:

  1. To Advance Knowledge on Emergent Technologies: We will publish pioneering research on the application of Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Blockchain, and large-scale optimization techniques to solve complex operations and supply chain problems, from demand forecasting to autonomous logistics.
  2. To Harness the Power of Data: A core objective is to explore the role of Big Data and predictive/prescriptive analytics in creating more transparent, agile, and intelligent supply networks.
  3. To Foster Sustainable and Resilient Systems: We are committed to featuring innovations that enhance operations and supply chain resilience against disruptions and drive meaningful progress toward circular economy and net-zero goals.
  4. To Facilitate Cross-Disciplinary Dialogue: We will actively encourage submissions that merge insights from operations management, engineering, computer science, behavioral economics, and environmental science with core OSCM principles.

We welcome original research papers, review articles, and short communications on topics including, but not limited to:

  • Modelling and Simulation of Operations and Supply Chain Systems
  • Decision Support Systems with AI Applications
  • Innovative Development of Suppliers and Strategic Sourcing
  • Sustainability and Green Issues in Operations and Supply Chain Management
  • Operations and Supply Chain Resilience Against Disruptions and Uncertainties
  • Data Analytics and E-supply Chains
  • Blockchain Security in Operations and Supply Chains
  • Impact of Low-Altitude Economy on Logistics and Supply Chain Network Design
  • Integration and Collaboration of Intelligent Operations
  • Advances in Lean and Agile Supply Chains
  • Services Operations Risk Management and Resilience with Machine Learning
  • Impact of AI on Operations and Supply Chain Networks Design
  • Big Data & Innovative AI Technologies
  • Performance Measurement with AI contributions to Operations and Supply Chain Management
  • Case Studies
  • Internet of Things (IoT) and Supply Chain Management
  • AI-driven Decision Making and Optimization in Operations
  • Impact of Digital Transformation in Supply Chain Management

The future of our field lies in intelligent, self-correcting, and sustainable networks. Our OSCI journal will be at the forefront, chronicling the evolution toward hyper-automation, the integration of digital twins, and the ethical implications of AI-driven decision-making. We will serve as the catalyst for discussions that shape the next decade of progress.