Dear SIG-OSRA Members,
Welcome to the February edition of our monthly newsletter. We hope you find it useful and informative!
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Greetings from the SIG-OSRA Leadership
From the President (Frank Ulbrich):
As we move further into 2026, AI-driven organizational transformation continues to accelerate across sectors. Questions of governance, shadow AI, human–AI collaboration, and responsible integration remain central to our research agenda. I look forward to seeing many of your contributions at AMCIS 2026 and engaging with you throughout the year.
From the Communications Director (Guohou Shan):
February is shaping up to be an exciting month for SIG-OSRA, with AMCIS preparations underway and strong engagement across our mini-tracks. We are especially pleased to support our doctoral students and early-career scholars through upcoming development opportunities.
Conference & Research Highlights
AMCIS 2026 – Artificial Intelligence and Organizational Transformation (SIG OSRA)
Track page:
https://amcis2026.aisconferences.org/submissions/track-descriptions/
Track Chairs:
Frank Ulbrich, Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts
Elaine Mosconi, Université de Sherbrooke
This track centers on machine–human interaction as the core of organizational AI transformation. We invite theoretical, empirical, design-science, mixed-methods research, and real-life teaching cases examining governance, ethics, shadow AI, and socio-technical dynamics in organizations.
Key Dates:
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Manuscript Submissions Begin: January 8, 2026
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Manuscript Submissions Due: March 1, 2026 | 17:00 PST (Reno/Los Angeles)
SIG OSRA Mini-Tracks (AMCIS 2026)
AI as a System within Systems: Co-Evolving Human, Organizational, and Societal Dynamics
Co-evolution of AI, humans, organizations, and society through multi-level feedback loops.
Mini-track chair: Thomas Ware III, Ph.D.
AI-Enabled Transformation of Organizational Practices and Functions
How AI reshapes workflows, structures, knowledge sharing, and collaboration across organizations.
Mini-track chairs: Elisa Gagnon, Ph.D.; Anita Neumannova
Privacy, Surveillance, and Trust: Cultural and Behavioral Dynamics in AI Acceptance
Cultural, behavioral, and trust dynamics shaping AI acceptance under data collection and surveillance.
Mini-track chairs: Anu Rao; Kunal Rao
Transdisciplinary Approaches for Societal Impact in the Next Transformation
Cross-disciplinary research bridging technology, organization, and society for real-world impact.
Mini-track chairs: Leandro Feitosa Jorge; Paul Drews
Human–AI Collaboration and Work Redesign
AI augmentation, job redesign, and human-centered transformation of work systems.
Mini-track chairs: Qiqi Jiang; Jun Zhang; Wenping Zhang
Multi-Generative AI and Human Interactions: Collaboration, Control, and Creativity
Organizational use of multiple generative AI systems: creativity, control, governance, and shadow AI.
Mini-track chairs: Guohou (Jack) Shan; Shizhen (Jasper) Jia
Organizational Digital Twins
System-level digital twins for organizational simulation, governance, and AI-enabled decision-making.
Mini-track chairs: João Barata; Paulo Rupino da Cunha; Luís Miguel D. F. Ferreira
Artificial Intelligence Implementation and Organizational Transformation in Public and Private Sectors
Processes, governance, and challenges of implementing AI across public and private organizations.
Mini-track chairs: Syed Nasirin; Ramayah T.; Suraya Miskon
If you’re working on these topics, we would love to see your submission—and please share this CFP within your networks.
Member Achievements
We would like to relaunch this section to celebrate the accomplishments of our community members.
Have you recently received an award, published an article, secured a grant, chaired a conference track, or achieved a professional milestone?
We invite you to share your news so we can highlight it in next month’s newsletter and on our LinkedIn page.
Please send your updates to the SIG-OSRA leadership team.
Upcoming Opportunities
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Calls for Papers (CFPs): AMCIS 2026 mini-tracks affiliated with SIG-OSRA are now accepting submissions. We encourage members to submit their work and help shape the scholarly conversation on AI and organizational systems.
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SIG OSRA invites doctoral students and early-career researchers to a last-minute Emergent Research Forum (ERF) Writing Clinic in preparation for AMCIS 2026.
What this is
A focused, online clinic designed to help participants sharpen:
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ERF positioning and contribution,
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fit with AMCIS expectations and SIG OSRA mini-tracks,
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and common issues raised by reviewers.
This is a clinic, not a full writing workshop.
Format
Who should attend
Date & time
Friday, 20 February 2026
15:30–17:00 CET
Hosts
SIG OSRA board members and senior researchers
Registration
https://aisnet.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?alias=SIGOSRAERF26
Places are limited to keep feedback focused.
SIG OSRA – supporting developmental pathways for early-career researchers.
Community Engagement
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Member of the Month: To be determined. Stay tuned—we look forward to spotlighting a member who has made a meaningful contribution to our community.
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Community Voting: Pre-ICIS Workshop Planning – Member Vote
We are beginning to plan a SIG-OSRA Pre-ICIS Workshop and would greatly value your input. Please participate in our short community survey to help shape:
Workshop topics
Format preferences
Registration and pricing considerations
👉 Vote here: https://neu.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1NQl4SF1UEsaIwS
Your feedback will help ensure the workshop reflects the needs and interests of our diverse community. Your feedback will be critical to ensuring the workshop meets the needs and expectations of our diverse community.
Closing
Thank you for being an active and engaged part of SIG-OSRA. Your research, service, and collaboration are what make this community thrive. Please remember to share your news, achievements, photos, or opportunities with us by submitting updates through our Google Form:
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We look forward to your AMCIS submissions and continued engagement.
Warm regards,
Frank Ulbrich
President, SIG-OSRA
Guohou Shan
Communications Director, SIG-OSRA