Call for Papers: 2nd Physical Internet National Symposium 2024
Date: November 28-29, 2024
Location: De La Salle University, Manila, Philippines
The 2nd Physical Internet National Symposium (PIS 2024) now accepts paper submissions.
This event aims to gather researchers, academics, and industry professionals to exchange
innovative ideas, cutting-edge research, and best practices on topics that shape the future of
logistics, transportation, and supply chain management through the lens of the Physical Internet
and related fields.
The Physical Internet (PI) is a global logistics framework that emphasizes openness and
connectivity through physical, digital, and operational means, using encapsulation, interfaces,
and protocols. It takes inspiration from the ‘Digital Internet‘ (DI) and applies similar principles to
the handling and storage of physical goods. PI seeks to tackle problems such as transportation
inefficiencies, environmental impact, supply chain resilience, asset utilization, standardization
and interoperability, last-mile delivery issues, and urban logistics challenges. For more information
on the Physical Internet paradigm, kindly read this article from the European Commission.
Symposium Themes:
We invite high-quality papers on, but not limited to, the following topics:
● Physical Internet
● Multimodality
● Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
● Collaboration in Supply Chains
● Supply Chain Management
● Inventory Management
Submission Guidelines:
Submission Types: We welcome a wide range of original research contributions pushing current
knowledge and practice boundaries. Submissions may include, but are not limited to:
● Conceptual frameworks and theories
● Feasibility, capability, and sustainability assessments
● Scientific case studies, action research, and living lab explorations
● Methodology development and advanced modeling techniques
● Digital and technological innovations
● Field experiments and validation studies
● State-of-the practice and state-of-the-art reviews
● Shared economy and business models
● Strategic road mapping
Abstract Review Process: All submissions will undergo a peer review process, assessing the
relevance, originality, and potential impact of the proposed presentation.
Abstract Length and Presentation: Up to 300 words with a clear statement of worthwhile
contribution. Accepted abstracts will be included in the Technical Program for presentation by
one of the authors during the symposium.
Extended Abstracts and Symposium Proceedings: Accepted titles and abstracts for presentation
during the symposium will need to be revised based on the review feedback described above
and an extended abstract (1 page maximum) re-submitted, together with the PDF file of the
presentation slides (2 slides per page format) a week before the symposium. The compilation of
these extended abstract and presentation PDF files will form part of the online or electronic
symposium proceedings.
Template for Contributions: All submissions must follow the provided template, also available for
download on the symposium website.
How to Submit: Submission screening shall have two steps:
1. For the initial screening, submit a working title and abstract using Google Forms page.
2. For the 2nd screening, shortlisted entries shall be invited to submit Title and Abstract via
Easychair. Instructions shall be communicated via email to authors of shortlisted papers.
Key Dates:
Title and Abstract submission (Initial Screening): October 8, 2024
Abstract Submission Deadline (2nd Screening): October 15, 2024
Notification of Abstract Acceptance: October 30, 2024
Final Extended Abstract and Presentation PDF Submission Deadline: November 20, 2024
Contact Information:
For more details, please visit the official symposium website or or contact the organizing
committee at cornelio.pedraja@dlsu.edu.ph.
We look forward to receiving your submissions and welcoming you to the 2nd Physical Internet
Symposium at De La Salle University, Manila!