Aims of the Conference

The International Scientific Conference on SMART 2026 – Smart Management, Analytics, Research & Transformation aims to bring together leading researchers, academics, industry professionals, and policy-makers to examine the challenges and opportunities arising from digital transformation and innovation in a rapidly evolving global environment.

The conference provides an interdisciplinary forum for the exchange of knowledge, presentation of research results, and development of collaborative networks across management, analytics, economics, and technological innovation.

SMART 2026 encourages dialogue between science and practice by promoting evidence-based approaches, advanced analytical methods, and transformative strategies that support sustainable economic development and institutional resilience.

By gathering participants in an inspiring academic setting on the Black Sea coast, the event seeks to foster international cooperation, stimulate new research partnerships, and strengthen the bridge between universities, industry, and public governance.

Organized by

Union of Electronics, Electrical Engineering and Telecommunications (CEEC)

With the support of :

Federation of Scientific and Technical Unions

Knowledge Society Institute

Partners Sunotec Group

IEEE Bulgarian Section, Technology and Engineering Management Society Chapter

Call for Papers

The International Conference on SMART 2026 seeks to create an inclusive academic platform for the presentation and discussion of original research, innovative methodologies, and practical implementations in the fields of management science, business analytics, digital transformation, and sustainable organisational strategies. The conference invites contributions that address both theoretical foundations and applied challenges shaping contemporary socio-economic systems.

SMART 2026 fosters interdisciplinary exchange among scientists, practitioners, doctoral candidates, and policy-makers from around the world. In accordance with internationally recognised standards for scientific review and dissemination, all submitted papers will undergo rigorous peer review, and accepted contributions will be showcased during the event and considered for publication in the conference proceedings.

The conference aims to stimulate scholarly dialogue, advance research frontiers, and strengthen collaboration across academic institutions, industry partners, and governmental organisations. By highlighting emerging trends, cutting-edge analytical tools, and transformative strategies, SMART 2026 will support knowledge exchange that contributes to the sustainable development of enterprises, public governance, and civil society.

Situated in an inspiring international setting, SMART 2026 promotes networking opportunities, fosters new research partnerships, and encourages engagement with global research communities.

SMART 2026 Call for Papers .PDF

SMART 2026 Call for Papers .DOC

Topics of Interest

SMART 2026 welcomes high-quality theoretical, methodological, and empirical contributions addressing contemporary developments in smart management, digital transformation, advanced analytics, and innovation-driven economic growth.

The conference encourages interdisciplinary perspectives and cross-sectoral research linking academia, industry, and public governance.

Smart Management & Organizational Transformation

• Digital leadership and strategic management
• Agile, hybrid, and platform-based organizations
• Human-centred management and artificial intelligence
• Change management in the digital economy

Analytics, Data and Decision-Making

• Business analytics and data-driven management
• Artificial intelligence, machine learning, and predictive modelling
• Big data applications in economics and management
• Decision support and intelligent information systems

Digital Economy & Innovation

• Digital business models and digital platforms
• FinTech, digital finance, and blockchain ecosystems
• Industry 4.0, Business 4.0, Business 5.0
• Innovation systems and entrepreneurship

Economics, Policy and Regulation

• Digital transformation and economic growth
• Public policy, governance, and regulatory frameworks
• Sustainability, resilience, and ESG integration
• Smart cities and digital public services

Applied Research & Case Studies

• Empirical and comparative studies
• Industry and corporate case analyses
• Public sector digitalization
• Interdisciplinary and cross-sectoral research

Organized by

Union of Electronics, Electrical Engineering and Telecommunications (CEEC)

The Union of Electronics, Electrical Engineering and Telecommunications (CEEC) is a national scientific and technical organization that brings together professionals, researchers, and engineers in the fields of electronics, electrical engineering, and telecommunications. As part of the Federation of Scientific and Technical Unions in Bulgaria (FSTU), CEEC supports the development of scientific research, engineering practice, and knowledge transfer between academia and industry.

The Union organizes international scientific conferences, seminars, and publication activities, fostering the exchange of experience, innovation, and professional development in key technological domains. Through its activities, CEEC contributes to sustainable development and technological advancement in Bulgaria and internationally.

The Union develops active partnerships with leading international organizations, including IEEE, supporting the integration of the Bulgarian engineering community into the global scientific and technological network.

With the support of

Federation of Scientific and Technical Unions

The Federation of Scientific and Technical Unions in Bulgaria (FSTU) is a national non-governmental organization with a long-standing tradition, whose historical roots date back to 1880, bringing together scientific and technical unions and professional communities across various engineering and applied fields. The Federation aims to support the development of science, technology, and innovation by fostering collaboration between academia, industry, and public institutions.

With more than 140 years of tradition and institutional experience, FSTU plays a key role in the development of the engineering and scientific community in Bulgaria. Through the organization of scientific conferences, forums, training activities, and expert initiatives, the Federation promotes knowledge exchange, technology transfer, and professional development. The organization actively contributes to sustainable development and enhances the competitiveness of the Bulgarian economy within the European and global scientific and technological community.

The Federation maintains partnership relations with international organizations, including IEEE, aiming to promote scientific exchange and technological development.

Knowledge Society Institute

Knowledge Society Institute is an organization with expertise in the development and management of projects in high-technology domains, covering the areas of management, analytics, research, and transformation.

IEEE Bulgarian Section, Technology and Engineering Management Society Chapter

The IEEE Bulgaria Section, Technology and Engineering Management Society Chapter is a professional unit of IEEE that brings together academics, engineers, managers, researchers, and industry professionals interested in the intersection of technology, engineering, innovation, and management. The Chapter aims to support knowledge exchange, professional development, and collaboration between academia, industry, and public institutions in Bulgaria. Its activities focus on topics such as technology management, digital transformation, AI, cybersecurity, innovation management, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, entrepreneurship, and the strategic management of engineering and technological organizations.

Programme

CONFERENCE PROGRAME SMART .PDF

Invited Speakers

Prof. hab. dr. Romualdas Ginevičius

Faculty of Public Governance and Business, Mykolas Romeris University, Vilnius, Lithuania

Prof Leonas Ustinovichius

Faculty of Engineering Management, Bialystok University of Technology, Białystok, Poland

prof. dr hab. Yuriy Bilan

Coordination Center for Research in Social Sciences, Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Debrecen, 4032 Debrecen, Hungary

Prof. Dr.SC.. Kiril Anguelov

Faculty of Economics, Technical university of Sofia.
IEEE Bulgarian Section, Founding Chair Technology and Engineering Management Society Chapter

assoc. prof. Vladimir Zinoviev

IEEE Bulgarian Section, Vice Chair Technology and Engineering Management Society Chapter, IEEE Power & Energy Society, Member of Subcommittee 1

Mr. Georgi Stratiev

Head of Department, Council of Ministers of the Republic of Bulgaria

Mr. Yanko Spasov

CISA, CISM, MCP, ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Auditor и CompTIA Security+

Venue and Accommodation

The International Scientific Conference on SMART 2026, will be held in hotel International Home of Scientists “Frédéric Joliot-Curie”, in the town of Varna (St. Constantine and Helena Resort), situated on the coast of the Black Sea.

International Home of Scientists “Frédéric Joliot-Curie”

Partners

SUNOTEC Group is a leading European provider of integrated solar solutions and large-scale energy infrastructure. Founded in 2012, the company delivers end-to-end services including design, engineering, construction, and operation of photovoltaic power plants, covering the entire project lifecycle.

With over 650 completed projects and more than 12 GW of installed capacity, SUNOTEC combines international expertise with strong local presence across Europe and beyond. Guided by sustainability and circular economy principles, the company actively contributes to the global energy transition through innovative and reliable solutions.

Registration Fee

The registration fee is 150 EUR. It includes admission to conference sessions, a digital copy of Conference Proceedings, coffee breaks and banquet. There will be reduced fee of 50 EUR for students, for members of CEEC.

One registration fee covers participation with up to three papers. For each additional paper, addition fee of 100 EUR is applied.

For accompanying persons addition fee of 50 EUR is applied.

An additional publication fee will be required for papers accepted for publication in the indexed journal, following the issuance of the official acceptance letter.

The fees must be paid via bank transfer. The banking details are as follows:

Account holder: CEEC Bulgaria

Account holder is: legal entity, registered with VAT BG831402827

Account holder address: 108 Rakovski St, 1000 Sofia, BULGARIA

Bank name: UniCredit Bulbank
Bank address: 7 Sveta Nedelya Sq., 1000 Sofia, BULGARIA
IBAN: BG75UNCR96601018862401
BIC or SWIFT: UNCRBGSF
Reason for Payment: SMART2026, include also the name of the participant.

Publication

Following peer review, each submitted paper will be considered for publication in academic journals. Selected papers will be recommended for publication in a journal indexed in Web of Science (Q3). An additional publication fee will be required for papers accepted for publication in the indexed journal, following the issuance of the official acceptance letter.

Instructions for Authors

SMART 2026 Instructions for Authors .PDF

SMART 2026 Instructions for Authors .DOC

Instructions for Authors

SMART 2026 Instructions for Authors .PDF

SMART 2026 Instructions for Authors .DOC

Commitee

Contact us

Address for Correspondence

SMART 2026 Union of Electronics, Electrical Engineering and Telecommunications (CEEC) 108, Rakovski Str. 1000 Sofia Bulgaria

Phones:
(+359 88) 888 27 62
(+359 89) 55 88 540
(+359 2) 987 9767
(+359 2) 965 3873
(+359 2) 965 3639
Fax:
(+359 2) 987 9360
(+359 2) 962 4196

E-mail: smart.conf@abv.bg
Website: https://smart-conf.vercel.app

All applications and paper submissions are to be made via the official conference website, which also functions as the sole platform for all formal communication.