Overview
About The Conference
2nd International Research Conference for Smart Technologies and Sustainable Strategies in Design, Management, and Computing (OCMT’2026) aims to serve as a premier international platform that brings together academics, researchers, industry experts, and policymakers to explore and advance smart, ethical, and sustainable innovations across the fields of business, finance, design, computer science, cybersecurity, and higher education. Building on the momentum of OCMT’s first international conference, this second edition is strategically aligned with the national priorities outlined in Oman Vision 2040—particularly in fostering a knowledge-based economy, accelerating digital transformation, and empowering human capital through research and education. By facilitating multidisciplinary dialogue, showcasing cutting-edge technologies, and promoting responsible use of artificial intelligence and emerging digital tools, OCMT’2026 seeks to contribute tangible solutions to global challenges while reinforcing Oman’s role as a hub for innovation and academic excellence in the region.
Objectives
1. Promote Multidisciplinary Research and Innovation
To bring together scholars, professionals, and innovators from the fields of business, design, computer science, cybersecurity, and education to share transformative ideas and applied research.
2. Advance AI and Digital Technologies Responsibly
To explore the opportunities, applications, and ethical challenges of Artificial Intelligence (AI), ensuring its responsible use across industries and academic settings—especially in relation to data privacy and academic integrity.
3. Support Oman Vision 2040 and National Priorities
To contribute directly to Oman’s strategic goals by addressing themes such as digital transformation, economic diversification, human capital development, and sustainability through research and dialogue.
4. Encourage Innovation in Higher Education and Learning Ecosystems
To showcase and evaluate emerging technologies—such as immersive learning, micro-credentials, and intelligent academic systems—that enhance teaching, learning, and institutional governance.
5. Foster Regional and Global Collaboration
To strengthen partnerships between local and international institutions through joint research, knowledge exchange, and innovation projects with lasting academic and societal impact.
Scope
Theme 1: Intelligent Technologies and Secure Systems
Aligned with Oman Vision 2040’s Digital Transformation Pillars
- Secure and Intelligent Information Systems
▪ Artificial Intelligence (AI) integration in Management Information Systems (MIS), Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), and distributed systems
▪ Blockchain applications and data privacy solutions - Applied Artificial Intelligence and Network Technologies
▪ Natural Language Processing (NLP), federated AI, and intelligent communication networks
▪ AI applications in smart cities, healthcare, and infrastructure - Cybersecurity for Critical Infrastructure
▪ Threat detection systems and digital identity protection
▪ Cyber resilience and defense against adversarial AI attacks - Digital Infrastructure for Public Innovation
▪ AI-enabled e-government platforms
▪ Smart infrastructure strategies for national development
Theme 2: Digital Transformation and Ethical Business Innovation
Supporting Oman Vision 2040’s Knowledge Economy and Economic Diversification Goals
- AI-Driven Business Intelligence and Management
▪ Predictive analytics for strategic decision-making
▪ AI tools for workforce planning and optimization - Financial Technology (FinTech), Blockchain, and Digital Ethics
▪ Cryptocurrency, inclusive digital finance, and fraud detection
▪ Ethical concerns in automated financial systems - Sustainability, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), and Green Technology in Business
▪ Carbon-aware computing and digital sustainability reporting
▪ ESG performance metrics in technology enterprises - Digital Business Education and Leadership
▪ Gamified and immersive learning platforms
▪ Micro-credentialing and AI-supported leadership training
Theme 3: Future-Ready Design and Creative Technologies
Aligned with Oman Vision 2040’s Cultural Heritage and Environmental Sustainability Pillars
- Sustainable and Experiential Design
▪ Smart and locally sourced materials for interior and urban design
▪ Real-world, immersive, and context-based design learning - AI-Enhanced Design Systems
▪ Generative design tools and AI-led space planning
▪ Intelligent architectural and creative systems - Predictive Design and Trend Intelligence
▪ Machine learning for trend forecasting and user behavior modeling
▪ Behavioral analytics in design applications - Immersive Aesthetics and Augmented Environments
▪ Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) in design
▪ Multisensory User Experience (UX) and adaptive digital interfaces
Theme 4: AI and Digital Innovation in Higher Education
Advancing Oman Vision 2040’s Human Capital Development and Educational Reform Pillars
- AI and Data Analytics in Academic Management
▪ Learning analytics and early warning systems for student success
▪ Predictive academic planning and personalized advising - Immersive and Intelligent Learning Environments
▪ AR/VR integration in classrooms and AI-powered tutoring systems
▪ Smart content delivery platforms and hybrid learning ecosystems - Digital Credentials and Future Skills Development
▪ Blockchain-based academic transcripts and digital badges
▪ AI-enabled skills mapping aligned with future labor markets - AI, Academic Integrity, and Inclusive EdTech Policy
▪ Addressing ethical risks of generative AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT)
▪ Ensuring equity, quality assurance, and governance in EdTech (Educational Technology)
Publication Opportunity
All papers accepted for OCMT’2026, following the double-blind peer-review process, will be published in the OCMT’2026 Conference Proceedings, which will be indexed by Scopus, Google Scholar, and SpringerLink.
In addition, selected high-quality papers presented at the conference will be considered for further development and potential publication in the prestigious international journals of our partner publishers — Springer and Emerald.
Editors of these journals will review the conference proceedings and may invite authors whose work meets the required standards of originality, quality, and relevance. Authors invited to extend their work will be expected to develop the paper by at least 40–50%, including revisions to the title, abstract, methodology, and results to meet journal submission standards. Please note that all journal-specific procedures and review policies must be followed, and an invitation to submit does not guarantee publication.
Furthermore, to encourage regional research dissemination and bilingual scholarship, Arabic-language papers that meet the academic and technical requirements will also be published in the OCMT’2026 Conference Proceedings alongside English-language papers. This initiative promotes scientific exchange, cultural inclusivity, and greater accessibility of research contributions across both Arabic and English-speaking academic communities.
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Languages
English