The 3rd International Conference and Exhibition on Digital Transformation and Smart Systems (DTSS 2024), organized by the METU Digital Transformation and Innovation Center (METU DTX), will take place on November 20-22 at the METU Culture and Convention Center. With the theme “Tech for Tomorrow: Machinery, Automotive, and Manufacturing,” the conference aims to bring together academics, students, entrepreneurs, investors, industry professionals, and policymakers.
Following the opening session, the conference will start with a keynote speech to be delivered by Perihan İnci, member of the Board of Directors at TÜSİAD (Turkish Industry and Business Association) and the president of the Digital Türkiye Round Table, titled “Designing the Future: Paradigms Shifting with Technology.” In addition to paper presentations, the event will feature talks by invited speakers and panels, offering participants opportunities for knowledge exchange and interaction.
Participants of the conference will be able to expand their networks and establish new collaborations, as DTSS 2024 serves as an ideal platform for the presentation and discussion of new technologies, research, and projects. Topics to be addressed at the conference include sensor technologies, the internet of things, artificial intelligence, advanced engineering, big data analytics, smart robots, additive manufacturing, cloud computing, cybersecurity, virtual/augmented reality, digital transformation in education, supply chain management, intelligence transportation systems, digital skills development, green transformation, and sustainability.
Organizations operating in the sector will also have booths available for visits in the Foyer Area of the Culture and Convention Center during the conference, where companies will make poster presentations, as well as showcasing their products and services. Furthermore, as part of the event, a technical tour of METU DTX is scheduled for Thursday, November 21, from 15:40 to 17:30, offering participants a chance to observe the activities of the center.
Participation in the conference is free of charge, and further details, including the event program and registration form, can be accessed here.
About METU DTX
The METU Digital Transformation and Innovation Center was established in order to provide resources for manufacturing companies in the automotive and machinery sectors, aiming to increase their use of digital technologies. As a solution-oriented initiative, METU DTX primarily supports companies in their journeys of digitalization. In line with this goal, the center offers services such as digital transformation guidance, strategic planning, research and analysis, training programs, financial assistance, sectoral collaborations, expert networks, and access to testing and research facilities.
Detailed information regarding the center can be found on the METU DTX website.
