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Overview

The inaugural edition of the India Conference on Information Systems (INCIS) is being organized by the AIS India Chapter (INAIS) in collaboration with IIM Calcutta, the Centre for Digital Transformation at IIM Ahmedabad and S. P. Jain Institute of Management & Research. As the premier body for promoting research, practice, and education in Information Systems (IS), the Association for Information Systems (AIS) has been at the forefront of advancing the field globally. With members from over 100 countries, AIS is dedicated to fostering academic excellence through conferences, journals, special interest groups, and a vibrant community network.

INAIS, established in late 2016, serves as the Indian arm of AIS, supporting academic and professional activities of researchers and practitioners within the country. Since its inception, INAIS has been instrumental in organizing conferences, workshops on research methods and pedagogy, seminars, and webinars, contributing significantly to the global IS community. Notably, the chapter has garnered extensive recognition, consistently winning the best AIS chapter award for four consecutive years since 2019. The chapter's members have actively participated in various roles at the International Conference on Information Systems, showcasing their commitment and expertise.

In today's digital age, where technology permeates every facet of life, the importance of IS as a discipline cannot be overstated. IS plays a critical role in helping individuals, organizations, and societies navigate, plan for, and manage digital environments while being prepared for diverse outcomes. The field of IS is pivotal in shaping modern societies, influencing how we communicate, work, and address complex problems.

However, the prevalent theories and models in IS often originate from Western contexts, which may not fully capture the nuanced realities of different cultural settings, particularly those of communities in the global south. Recognizing this gap, there is a burgeoning interest in integrating Indigenous knowledge systems into IS research and practice (Abubakre, Faik, & Mkansi, 2021; Davison & Díaz Andrade, 2018; Seetharaman, Mathew & De’, 2024). This integration aims to ensure that IS frameworks are culturally sensitive, equitable, and widely applicable.

By incorporating Indigenous perspectives, we challenge conventional IS paradigms, fostering a broader and more inclusive approach to technology development and implementation. Embracing these diverse cultural insights can lead to innovative, sustainable, and culturally compatible technology solutions (Radjou, Prabhu, & Ahuja, 2011). This conference seeks to deepen and expand this conversation, encouraging researchers and practitioners to explore how Indigenous knowledge and perspectives can be systematically woven into IS research and practice.

We invite scholars, practitioners, community leaders, and students to contribute their research, case studies, and innovative practices that promote an inclusive and diverse technological future. We aim to understand and celebrate the profound impact that Indigenous wisdom can have on contemporary information technologies and systems. Join us in this endeavor to theorize and practically demonstrate the benefits of integrating Indigenous knowledge in various IS contexts, paving the way for a more inclusive and enriched technological landscape.

Conference Tracks:
  1. Theme Track: Advancing Information Systems’ Scholarship with Indigenous Perspective
    Track Chairs:     Prof. Agam Gupta, IIT Delhi & Prof. Jang Bahadur Singh, IIM Trichy This conference theme track aims to explore, but is not limited to, the following topics:
    • Development of Indigenous Theory in IS
    • Indigenous Knowledge manifested as Digital Artefacts
    • Technology and Indigenous Value Systems
    • Cultural Perspectives and Local Nuances in Technology Innovation, Acceptance and Use
    • Indigenizing Technological Innovations
    • Case Studies on Indigenous Practices
    • Indigenous Perspectives drawing on Ethical and Policy Considerations
  2. Digital Business and Commerce
    Track Chairs:     Prof. Sumeet Gupta, IIM Raipur
    • E-commerce: opportunities and challenges
      • Exploring the evolving landscape of online commerce, including growth opportunities, market dynamics, and challenges such as cybersecurity and customer trust.
    • Digital entrepreneurship
      • Examining how digital technologies enable new business ventures, innovation, and the unique challenges faced by digital entrepreneurs.
    • Blockchain, DLT, and Fintech
      • Investigating the impact of blockchain technology, distributed ledger technology (DLT), and financial technologies (Fintech) on traditional financial services and emerging business models.
  3. Collaborative and Social Technologies
    Track Chairs:     Prof. Shankhadeep Banerjee, IIM Bangalore
    • Social media and digital collaboration
      • Analyzing the role of social media in facilitating digital collaboration, communication, and community building across various contexts.
    • Sharing Economy, Platforms, and Crowds
      • Studying the rise of the sharing economy, platform-based business models, and crowd-sourced solutions, and their implications for markets and society.
  4. Technological Innovation and the Future of Work
    Track Chairs:     Prof. Soumyakanti Chakraborty, IIM Calcutta & Prof. Ambuj Anand, IIM Ranchi
    • Digital Technologies and the future of work
      • Assessing how digital technologies are transforming work practices, employment patterns, and organizational structures.
    • AI and Automation in Business and Society
      • Exploring the applications of artificial intelligence and automation in business processes, societal impacts, and ethical considerations.
  5. Information Systems Research for Social Good
    Track Chairs:     Prof. P. Vigneswara Ilavarasan, IIT Delhi & Prof. Rishikesan P, IIM Trichy
    • IS and the development agenda
      • Evaluating the role of information systems in driving development goals, particularly in improving social and economic outcomes in developing regions.
    • IT adoption in the Global South
      • Understanding the challenges and strategies for adopting information technologies in the Global South, including infrastructural and cultural considerations.
    • Guiding theories of the subdomain: Dependency or Decolonialism?
  6. Governance in Smart and Connected Environments
    Track Chairs:     Prof. Rajhans Mishra, IIM Indore & Prof. Samadrita Bhattacharyya, IIM Udaipur
    • IoT, Smart Cities, Services, and Government
      • Investigating the use of Internet of Things (IoT) technologies in creating smart cities, enhancing public services, and improving government operations.
  7. Governance and Ethical Aspects
    Track Chairs:     Prof. Neena Pandey, IIM Vishakhapatnam & Prof. Rahul Kumar, IIM Sambalpur
    • Governance, Digital Strategy, and Value
      • Discussing how organizations can effectively govern digital transformations, develop robust digital strategies, and create value through IT investments.
    • Ethical and regulatory aspects of IS
      • Examining the ethical issues and regulatory frameworks surrounding the use of information systems, including data privacy and compliance.
  8. Security and Privacy
    Track Chairs:     Prof. V.S. Prakash Attili, IIM Lucknow & Anik Mukherjee, IIM Calcutta
    • Cybersecurity and Privacy
      • Analyzing the latest trends and challenges in cybersecurity, protecting digital privacy, and safeguarding information assets in various contexts.
  9. System Design and Implementation
    Track Chairs:     Prof. Vimal Kumar M, IIM Calcutta & Prof. Divya Sharma, MDI Gurgaon
    • IS Design, Development, and Project Management
      • Exploring best practices and methodologies for designing, developing, and managing information systems projects to ensure successful outcomes.
    • Enterprise Systems
      • Examining the implementation and management of enterprise systems, their integration into business processes, and their role in achieving organizational efficiency.
  10. Inclusion, Diversity, and Sustainability through IS
    Track Chairs:     Prof. Rajesh Chandwani, IIM Ahmedabad, Prof. Mayank Kumar, MICA
    • Inclusion and diversity through IS.
      • Investigating how information systems can promote inclusion and diversity, ensuring equitable access and representation in digital spaces.
    • IS for a sustainable future
      • Exploring the role of information systems in fostering sustainable practices, reducing environmental impacts, and supporting green initiatives.
    • Social Inclusion
      • Studying IS for equitable access, bridging digital divides, and empowering marginalized communities, enhancing participation in digital economies and inclusive technological solutions.
  11. Artificial Intelligence and Analytics
    Track Chairs:     Prof. Arpan Kar, IIT Delhi

    The way information assets are being used across enterprises is evolving in a fast manner. This track looks at innovative ways information may be mined to create impactful benefits for different stakeholders. Topics could be around these themes:

    • Adoption, user experience and impacts of analytics and artificial intelligence
    • Governnace and Ethics of Artificial Intelligence, especially Generative Artificial Intelligence
    • Theory building using machine learning and artificial intelligence methods.
    • Dark side of adopting Artificial Intelligence in organisations and society
    • Bright side of designing AI artifacts for a brighter society.
  12. Practitioners Track
    Track Chairs:     Prof. Nakul Gupta, MDI Gurgaon and Ashish Singla, Natwest Group, This track is dedicated to bridging the gap between academic research and IS practice, aiming to deliver insights that are directly applicable to today’s IS executives and tomorrow’s leaders. We invite submissions that demonstrate the practical relevance of research through evidencebased, actionable outcomes. Topics of interest in this track include:
    • Advancing high-quality practitioner oriented IS research and thought leadership.
    • Promoting such research as a vital resource for digital leaders.
    • Providing a platform for discussing how current IS challenges can generate valuable insights and guide future research.
    • Exploring new ideas and perspectives in IS practice, backed by rigorous empirical evidence, to challenge and refine existing methodologies and practices.
Important Dates:
  • Paper Submissions Window: August 1 - October 1, 2024
  • Notification of Acceptance: December 1, 2024
  • Early Bird Registration: January 15, 2025
  • Registration Deadline: February 15, 2025
  • Final Abstract Submission for the Book of Abstracts: February 15, 2025
  • Conference Dates: March 7-9, 2025
Submission Guidelines:

Submissions must be original and should not have been published previously or be under consideration for publication while being evaluated for this conference. All papers must be submitted in accordance with the submission guidelines available on the conference website [Insert URL here]. Peer reviews will be double-blind; authors should omit their names and affiliations from the manuscript.

Contact

For more information, please contact the conference organizers at web_master@iimcal.ac.in. For updates and further details, visit our website www.iimcal.ac.in.

We look forward to your contributions and to a vibrant exchange of ideas at Roots and Wires. Join us in shaping the future by grounding innovation in centuries of tradition and insight.