Special Issue 11

Call for Papers

Special Issue of the International Journal of Engineering, Project, and Production Management (EPPM-Journal)
Title: Artificial Intelligence in Economics and Industrial Management
Lead Guest Editor: Dr. Rijwan Khan, India, (rijwankhan786@gmail.com)

Aims and Scope

This thematic issue of the International Journal of Engineering, Project, and Production Management (EPPM-Journal) aims to explore the transformative role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in economics, industrial systems, business management, production optimization, and sustainable organizational development. The increasing integration of AI technologies, machine learning, big data analytics, intelligent automation, and digital transformation is reshaping economic decision-making, industrial operations, supply chains, financial systems, and strategic management practices worldwide. The issue seeks to bring together researchers, academicians, policymakers, and industry practitioners to discuss innovative AI-driven approaches for improving productivity, operational efficiency, economic forecasting, risk management, sustainability, and industrial competitiveness in the era of Industry 4.0 and digital economies. This thematic issue welcomes original, high-quality research papers that contribute to theoretical advancements, practical implementations, case studies, and interdisciplinary applications of AI in economics and industrial management. Contributions addressing sustainable industrial development, smart manufacturing, intelligent project management, AI-driven economic systems, and responsible AI governance are particularly encouraged.

Topics of Interest

Submissions are encouraged, but not limited, to the following themes:

1. Artificial Intelligence in Economic Systems

AI-driven economic forecasting and predictive analytics
Machine learning applications in macroeconomic and financial analysis
Intelligent systems for economic policy and decision-making
AI in digital and platform economies
Computational economics and data-driven economic modeling

2. AI in Industrial and Production Management

Smart manufacturing and Industry 4.0 applications
Intelligent production planning and scheduling
AI-based quality control and process optimization
Predictive maintenance using machine learning
Automation and robotics in industrial operations

3. AI for Business and Strategic Management

AI-supported business intelligence and decision support systems
Data analytics for organizational performance management
AI in strategic planning and operational efficiency
Intelligent customer relationship management systems
AI-driven innovation and business transformation

4. Sustainable Industrial Development and AI

Green manufacturing and sustainable production systems
AI for energy efficiency and resource optimization
Sustainable supply chain and logistics management
Climate-resilient industrial management strategies
Circular economy and intelligent resource management

5. AI in Financial and Economic Risk Management

AI applications in financial risk assessment
Fraud detection and intelligent financial monitoring
Blockchain and AI integration in economic systems
AI in insurance analytics and financial technologies
Intelligent investment and portfolio management systems

6. Human-Centered AI and Ethical Management

Ethical AI governance in industries and economies
Workforce transformation and AI adoption challenges
Human-AI collaboration in organizational management
Cybersecurity and privacy issues in AI-driven industries
Responsible AI policies and regulatory frameworks

Important Dates

Manuscript submission deadline: 1 April 2027
Notification of tentative acceptance: 1 June 2027
Submission of final revised papers: 1 August 2027
Notification of acceptance: 1 October 2027
Publication of the thematic issue: 15 December 2027

Submission Guidelines

Submitted papers should not have been previously published nor be currently under consideration for publication elsewhere. All submissions will undergo a rigorous peer-review process in accordance with the standards of the International Journal of Engineering, Project, and Production Management (EPPM-Journal).

Authors should prepare manuscripts according to the journal�s formatting and submission guidelines.

Guest Editors

Lead Guest Editor

Dr. Rijwan Khan
Marwadi University, India
Email: rijwankhan786@gmail.com
ORCID: 0000-0003-3354-3047

Co-Guest Editor

Dr. Indrajeet Kumar
Birla Global University, India
Email: erindrajeet@gmail.com
ORCID: 0000-0003-2814-2900

Contact Information

For inquiries regarding the special issue or manuscript submissions, please contact:
Dr. Rijwan Khan
Email: rijwankhan786@gmail.com