Launching the College of Operations in AI, Platforms, and Exponential Technologies (OAPEX)
Announcement date: February 17, 2026
We’re excited to launch the College of Operations in AI, Platforms, and Exponential Technologies (OAPEX) within the Production and Operations Management Society (POMS). OAPEX brings together scholars working at the frontier of operations, artificial intelligence, digital platforms, and exponential technologies—areas reshaping how organizations design, scale, and optimize operations in a rapidly evolving world.
🔹 A new intellectual home for cutting-edge research
🔹 Mini-conferences & dedicated sessions at POMS conference
🔹 Research collaborations & industry-facing keynotes
🔹 A vibrant, inclusive scholarly community
📢 Join us in shaping the future of operations management and practice in cutting-edge areas. Membership costs only $15! Log in to your profile and get your membership now. Find out more at: https://www.poms.org/colleges/apex
👉 Open to all POMS members interested in AI, platforms, and next-generation technologies.
