The Future of Business and Society

ICISAS 2025 is the signature research conference of Curtin University Dubai. It brings together leading experts to discuss how innovation, sustainability, and applied sciences can shape the future of business and society. The conference provides a strong platform for sharing ideas that address global challenges through advanced and responsible technologies. The main purpose of the conference is to promote collaboration across diverse disciplines. It connects researchers, industry professionals, policymakers, and students who are working on sustainable, technology-driven solutions. This goal aligns well with the book theme, which focuses on integrating intelligent systems and sustainable principles to support societal progress. A key aim of ICISAS 2025 is to showcase applied research that can be implemented in real-world contexts. Sessions highlight topics such as data-driven decision making, intelligent manufacturing, secure digital ecosystems, and sustainable product development. These discussions reflect the growing need for technologies that support resilience, efficiency, and long-term societal well-being. The conference also presents research on climate resilience, cybersecurity, and emerging digital tools. Participants explore innovations in cryptography, intrusion detection, IoT and cloud security, VR applications in education, and technologies that improve accessibility. These areas mirror the central themes of the book, which emphasises responsible technology adoption and inclusive digital transformation. Over two days, attendees take part in keynote sessions, special tracks, oral and poster presentations, symposiums, networking events, and exhibitor showcases. This diverse programme allows for deep engagement with new ideas, practical demonstrations, and meaningful professional connections. ICISAS 2025 is unique because of its strong participation from senior government leaders, scientists, technologists, and international researchers. This mix ensures that academic insights are linked to policy priorities and industry needs, offering a broader perspective compared to traditional academic conferences. The conference is designed for academicians, innovators, business leaders, engineers, data scientists, entrepreneurs, and students who are interested in shaping a sustainable and technologically advanced future. By bringing together multiple disciplines, ICISAS 2025 stands out as a platform that connects sustainable technologies with data-driven solutions for real impact on business and society.

Dr. Nidhi Sehgal is an academic leader and researcher with over a decade of experience in teaching, research, and academic management. She currently serves as the Head of School - Business and Humanities at Curtin University Dubai. Her research interests span management, organizational behaviour, future of work, and learning and teaching. [https:// orcid.org/0000-0002-0793-0476]. Dr. Balamurugan Balusamy is Associate Dean of Academics at Shiv Nadar Institution of Eminence, India, and Adjunct Professor at Taylor University, Malaysia. Recognized in Stanford's Top 2% Scientists Worldwide 2023 for AI/ML, he specializes in Data Science, Blockchain, and IoT. A prolific scholar with over 200 high-impact papers and books, he actively consults for industry. [https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2805-4951]. Professor Rachel Sheffield is the Chair of the Curtin Academy at Curtin University and a Principal Fellow (PFHEA) specializing in STEM and Global Citizenship Education. She possesses extensive evaluation expertise as a Senior Assessor for Australian teaching awards and a prolific reviewer for international research grants, including HERDSA and NIE Singapore. [https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2385-6381]. Dr. Umer Zaman, Associate Professor at Woosong University, South Korea, is a prolific scholar with over 69 top-tier publications spanning project management, tourism, and sustainability. With research funded by UNODC and ADBOECD, he brings extensive peer-review expertise, serving high-impact outlets like the Journal of Business Research and Project Management Journal. [https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3729-3543].