Conference Topic: Building synergies for innovative digital transformation solutions
Join us from May 27 to 29, 2026, in Skopje, North Macedonia, for the joint 19ᵗʰ EPIEM Conference and 6ᵗʰ EurOMA CEE Research Network Workshop, co-organized by the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering at Ss. Cyril and Methodius University and the Smart Learning Factory – Skopje.
This conference brings together researchers, practitioners, and industry experts from across Europe and beyond to explore strategies at the intersection of industrial engineering, operations management, and digital transformation. Whether submitting a scientific paper, project pitch, or attending workshops, participants will engage in knowledge exchange and networking to shape the future of digital innovation.
Main Topics
- Smart Manufacturing & Industry 4.0
- AI & Machine Learning
- Digital Transformation Strategies & Roadmaps
- Big Data & Decision Support
- Human‑Machine Collaboration / Operator 4.0
- Sustainable & Green Manufacturing
- Digital Supply Chain Management
- Additive Manufacturing & Advanced Technologies
- Digital Platforms, Ecosystems & Business Models
- Change Management & Digital Culture
- Digital Twins & Virtualization
- Social, Ethical & Policy Implications of Digital Transformation
Important Dates & Registration
All participants must register by December 31, 2025. Subsequent key deadlines are:
- Submission Deadline (Paper or Pitch): January 21, 2026
- Reviewers’ Feedback: February 21, 2026
- Final Camera‑Ready Submission: April 30, 2026
- Fee Payment Deadline: May 10, 2026
Registration Fees (cover conference participation, lunches & coffee breaks):
- General: €200 (until May 15, 2026)
- EPIEM Members: €150 (until May 15, 2026)
Additional Fees
- Extra paper: €100
- Gala dinner: €50
- Accompanying person at gala dinner: €50
Submission Guidelines
- Submission must follow provided templates
- Language: English
- Paper Format: 6-8 pages including references; double-blind peer review; unlimited co-authors. Accepted papers will be published in a special issue of Mechanical Engienering – Scientific Journal (MESJ). At least one author must register and present the paper.
- Pitch Format: Up to 4 slides, 5-minute presentation. Three top pitches will be selected for further workshop development
Submit both papers and pitches by email to epiem2026@mf.edu.mk
Organizing Committee
- Prof. Bojan Jovanoski (Industrial Engineering and Management, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Ss. Cyril and Methodius University in Skopje – Chair)
- Prof. Robert Minovski (Industrial Engineering and Management, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Ss. Cyril and Methodius University in Skopje – Co-Chair)
- Ass. Aleksandar Argilovski (Industrial Engineering and Management, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Ss. Cyril and Methodius University in Skopje)
- Members of ESTIEM LG Skopje
Program Committee
- Prof. Bojan Jovanoski (Industrial Engineering and Management, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Ss. Cyril and Methodius University in Skopje – Chair)
- Prof. Robert Minovski (Industrial Engineering and Management, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Ss. Cyril and Methodius University in Skopje – Co-Chair)
- Ass. Aleksandar Argilovski (Industrial Engineering and Management, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Ss. Cyril and Methodius University in Skopje)
- Prof. Iztok Palcic (Laboratory for Production and Operations Management, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, University of Maribor, Slovenia)
- Prof. Bernd M. Zunk (Institute of Business Economics and Industrial Sociology, TU Graz, Austria)
Keynotes
The program will feature at least one academic and one industry keynote speaker, to be announced in early 2026.
Contact & Conference Website
For additional information, submission templates, travel advice, and city logistics, please visit the official conference website: https://learningfactory.mf.edu.mk/epiem2026/
For further inquiries, contact epiem2026@mf.edu.mk