OR68: From Data to Decisions 

8–10 September 2026
University of Nottingham

Join us for the OR Society’s flagship annual conference (OR68), a leading event that brings together academics and practitioners from across operational research, data science, and analytics.

Hosted at the University of Nottingham, our three-day conference will explore how data-driven insight and analytical methods are transforming decision-making across sectors. Expect a stimulating mix of presentations, workshops, and networking opportunities showcasing the latest developments in OR and data science and their real-world impact.

Key Dates

  • Early Bird Ticket Close -7 May 2026
  • Call for abstracts close - 31 May 2026

Conference Themes and Streams

Delegates will have the opportunity to engage with a wide range of topics that demonstrate the latest developments in operational research, analytics, and data science. See our 'Streams' tab above for a full list.

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Why attend?

Learn from real-world impact

Explore case studies across healthcare, energy, transport and defence, with clear insight into outcomes and delivery.

Advance your knowledge

Stay up to date with research, methods and applications across operational research and data science for better decisions.

Build valuable connections

Meet practitioners, academics and industry leaders, supporting collaboration, shared learning and professional growth.

Challenge your thinking

Gain fresh perspectives from varied approaches, helping you refine your ideas and strengthen your practice.

Strengthen your skills

Join workshops, technical sessions and talks designed to develop both your analytical thinking and practical skills.

Collaborate to solve complex problems

See how data science, domain expertise and OR methods combine to deliver solutions to real-world challenges.


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