ISDSI Global Conference 2024: Navigating the AI Frontier in Business

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ISDSI Global Conference 2024: Navigating the AI Frontier in Business

Date: 26th December 2024 - 29th December 2024

Venue: PIBM Auditorium

The ISDSI-G Conference 2024, hosted by PIBM, was a landmark event that brought together global scholars, researchers, practitioners, and policymakers to deliberate on the theme, "Navigating the AI Frontier in Business: Balancing Economy, Ecology, and Inclusion." This conference underscored the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI) in the business landscape, focusing on the imperative need for a balanced approach that ensures economic growth, environmental sustainability, and societal inclusivity.

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Key Objectives and Takeaways

The conference aimed to explore the multifaceted impacts of AI on the global business environment. Through insightful discussions and thought-provoking presentations, participants gained a deeper understanding of actionable strategies and emerging trends in AI integration. The key takeaways included:

  • Strategies for harmonizing economic, environmental, and societal aspects of AI implementation.
  • Innovative solutions to promote inclusivity and mitigate ecological concerns.
  • Actionable insights for balancing AI-driven advancements with ethical considerations.
Conference Highlights
26th December 2024:

Inauguration of Doctoral Consortium

The conference commenced with the inauguration of the Doctoral Consortium. Distinguished speakers shared their perspectives on critical topics:

  • Prof. Raman Preet, Chairman, PIBM Group of Institutions
  • Dr. Rajasshrie Pillai, Director - International Relations, PIBM
  • Dr. Angappa Gunasekaran, Professor, Penn State University, Harrisburg, USA
  • Dr. Mahesh Gupta, Professor, University of Louisville, College of Business, USA
  • Dr. Debarun Chakraborty, Indian Institute of Management, Nagpur

Doctoral Sessions

The consortium included multiple sessions focusing on cutting-edge research methodologies and frameworks:

  • Session 1 (Online): “Use of AI in Service Sectors and Future Ahead” by Prof. Laszlo Sajtos, University of Auckland Business School
  • Session 2: “Workshop on Integrating Theory of Constraints, Lean, and Six Sigma” by Dr. Mahesh Gupta, University of Louisville
  • Session 3: “Qualitative and Quantitative Research Methods” by Dr. Angappa Gunasekaran, Penn State University.
  • Session 4: “How to Develop an Impactful Research Question” by Dr. Prakash Singh, IIM Lucknow
  • Session 5: “Necessary Conditions Analysis” by Dr. Nikunj Jain, IIM Nagpur
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27th December 2024:

Conference Inauguration

The formal inauguration featured eminent speakers:

  • Opening remarks by the Conference Chair, PIBM
  • Addressal by Dr. Sukanta Majumdar ji, Hon'ble Chief Guest
  • Addressal by Hon'ble Director, IIM Ahmedabad, Guest of Honor
  • Insights from the Hon'ble President and Secretary General of ISDSI

Director’s Panel

Topic: "Management Education in the Age of AI: Imperatives for B-Schools"

  • Dr. Bhimaraya Ambanna Metri, Director, IIM Nagpur
  • Dr. Pawan Kumar Singh, Director, IIM Trichy
  • Dr. Umakant Das, Director, IRMA, Gujarat
  • Dr. Vishal Talwar, Director, IMT Ghaziabad
  • Moderator: Mr. Amit Agnihotri, Founder, MBAUniverse.com
Publication Panel
28th December 2024:

Topic: "How to Write Quality Papers in High Impact Journals"

  • Dr. Debasis Pradhan, Professor of Marketing, XLRI Jamshedpur
  • Dr. Garry Tan Wei Han (Online), Associate Editor, IJBM and IMDS
  • Dr. Debarun Chakraborty, Associate Professor, IIM Nagpur
  • Moderator: Dr. Ramachandran Natarajan, Professor & Associate Dean, Tennessee Tech University

Expert Talk

Dr. Gita Pendhnekar, Senior Professor, RMIT University, Australia, delivered an enlightening talk on “Quality Health Care Using AI & Technology Innovations.”

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Case Study Method Panel

Topic: "AI for All: Case Studies in Advancing Quality, Equity, and Inclusive Growth"

  • Dr. Manjari Singh, Professor, IIM Ahmedabad
  • Dr. Barnali Chakladar, Professor, IMT Ghaziabad
  • Dr. Abhishek, Professor, IMT Ghaziabad
  • Moderator: Dr. Sanjay Dhir, Associate Professor, IIT Delhi
CHRO Panel
29th December 2024:

Topic: "Future of Work: AI and the Human Element"

  • Mr. Prasanth Nair, CHRO, Crompton Greaves Consumer Electricals Limited
  • Ms. Neha Vyas, Director - Employer Branding, Pattern
  • Mr. Pawan Bagheria, President, Global HR (CHRO), Tata Technologies
  • Mr. Kiran Prasad Ivaturi, CHRO, Lodha Ventures
  • Moderator: Mr. Shiv Kumar, Head of Human Resources, Merck Group

Valedictory Program

The conference concluded with a grand valedictory ceremony:

  • Addressal by Chief Guest: Hon'ble Shri Ajit Dada Pawar ji, Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra
  • Closing remarks by Prof. Raman Preet, Chairman, PIBM Group of Institutions
  • Insights from Dr. Bhimaraya Ambanna Metri, Director, IIM Nagpur
  • Passing the baton for ISDSI Global Conference 2025
Conclusion

The ISDSI-G Conference 2024 succeeded in creating a collaborative platform for exploring the transformative potential of AI in business. The event's rich discourse on balancing economy, ecology, and inclusion will undoubtedly inspire future innovations and strategies in the AI frontier. The baton now passes on for the 2025 conference, promising another chapter of groundbreaking insights and discussions.

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