Events

The Oxford Operations & Supply Chain Management workshop 

Welcome to the Operations & Supply Chain Management  (OSCM) workshop hosted by Saïd Business School, University of Oxford (14-15 July 2025). 

Join UK-based scholars for discourse and discussion on important questions and challenges facing operations and supply chains. 

On Monday night, we will dine at Balliol College. Enjoy dinner at one of Oxford’s oldest colleges, founded in 1263, and the oldest academic institution in the English-speaking world still on its original site. 

Things to do in Oxford
Arrive early and have some time to: 
•    Explore the Ashmolean Museum, the oldest museum in the UK
•    Enjoy punting on the River Cherwell
•    Browse the Covered Market for unique finds
•    Discover Blenheim Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage site

Organisers
Benn Lawson (Saïd Business School, University of Oxford)
Steve New (Saïd Business School, University of Oxford)

Contact
For logistics and conference-related queries, please email faculty.events@sbs.ox.ac.uk 
For schedule and presentation queries, please email benn.lawson@sbs.ox.ac.uk 

This interdisciplinary workshop delves into the complex and evolving relationship between humans and algorithms. Join leading academics, industry experts, and practitioners for thought-provoking discussions, knowledge exchange, and exploration of the ethical and practical implications of human-algorithm interaction. 

The conference programme will feature two days of sessions and networking at Saïd Business School. Participants will also have the opportunity to attend a reception and a formal three-course dinner at St Hilda's College, as well as join a walking tour to round off their Oxford experience.

Information about ticket types:
Early Bird Workshop Ticket (available until midnight on 25th May)
Standard Workshop Ticket (available from 26th May)
St Hilda’s College Dinner Ticket (Optional formal reception and three-course dinner)
Walking Tour of Oxford Ticket (Optional 90-minute Walking Tour of Oxford: Discover the city's historic landmarks and colleges)

The 2025 INFORMS Conference on Service Science will take place at the King’s Centre, Oxford, from 1 to 3 July. The event will feature two days of sessions at the King’s Centre, a reception and formal three-course dinner at St Peter's College, Oxford, and a walking tour to round off a fantastic Oxford experience.

The conference will bring together researchers, educators, and industry leaders to discuss ground-breaking advancements and applications in service science. With the theme AI, Society, and Digital Transformation, it will serve as a platform to share innovative research, engage with emerging technologies, and explore the profound impacts of AI and digital transformation on society and industry.

Early bird tickets will be available until midnight on 30 May. These tickets include access to the conference sessions and refreshments, as well as the formal dinner at St Peter's College.

The 90-minute Oxford walking tour is an optional activity and can be purchased separately. Participants will have the opportunity to explore the city's historic landmarks and colleges. The tour will take place on Thursday from 11:00 to 12:30.

(Please note the early bird rates below will end at midnight on May 20th after which the following rates will apply

Member Ticket £450

Life and Student Member £280

Non Member ticket £500

Student Non-Member £350

Explore the Future of Financial Markets

Join experts, academics, and practitioners for a unique opportunity to exchange ideas on the future of financial markets.

The conference aims to advance academic research that informs meaningful change among industry participants and policy makers. Its broader goal is to reimagine private markets—not only to ensure a fair return on invested capital, but also to serve the public interest and wider stakeholders. This includes assessing the broader impact of private markets beyond portfolio companies.

The event will bring together policy makers, investors, corporate representatives, academics, researchers, foundations, and others.

📅 Date: Monday, 15 September
📍 Venue: Saïd Business School, University of Oxford
🍽 Dinner: Optional conference dinner (additional fee) at The Queen’s College, with drinks at 18:00 and dinner at 19:00
🛏 Accommodation: A limited number of rooms are available at The Queen’s College (additional fee) on Sunday 14 and Monday 15 September.

🎟 Booking deadlines:

Accommodation: available until 11 August
Dinner tickets: available until 25 August
Conference-only tickets: available until 1 September

Please note: Conference, dinner, and accommodation tickets must be purchased in a single transaction. If you need to make changes (e.g. to cancel or add tickets later), please contact pei.events@sbs.ox.ac.uk. Do not attempt to amend your booking through the online system.

Cancellations & Refunds
Refunds for conference and dinner tickets are available for cancellations received by 25 August. Unfortunately, accommodation fees are non-refundable.