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Call for Speakers
TOC Innovation Summit 2026

Manchester, UK | September 2–4

The TOC Innovation Summit brings together people learning, applying, and advancing the Theory of Constraints.

 

This year’s program is designed to focus on the application and practice of the Theory of Constraints. Submissions should meaningfully contribute to the conversation around why change matters, what needs to change, or how change is carried out and sustained using TOC. The intent of the program is to advance understanding and practice of TOC across industries and levels of maturity.

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We welcome proposals from TOC practitioners, TOC thought leaders, educators, and experienced contributors who are actively applying or teaching TOC in real organizational environments. Both new and seasoned voices are encouraged.

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Session Types 

All session submissions must clearly align to one or more of the program lenses:
Why change matters | What needs to change | How change is carried out and sustained

 

Practitioner Case Studies / Success Stories

Case study submissions should clearly show why change was needed, what was changed, and how TOC was applied.

Submissions should describe:

  • The problem or challenge faced

  • The TOC-based solution applied

  • How the solution was implemented or delivered

  • The results achieved

Practitioner-led presentations are strongly encouraged. Consultants are welcome to co-present alongside their clients.

 

Tools, Methods, or Thinking Process Sessions

These sessions focus on a specific TOC concept, method, or logic-based approach.

Submissions should:

  • Explain why the tool or method is needed (the problem or opportunity it addresses)

  • Walk through what the method or logic is

  • Show how it has been applied in practice

 

Hands-On Workshops / Application Labs

 Interactive sessions that guide participants through the use or implementation of a TOC tool, logic stream, or decision framework.

These sessions should emphasize application and participation rather than presentation.
A limited number of workshops will be selected.

 

New Developments in TOC

Sessions exploring the advancement of TOC thinking, including:

  • New or extended TOC applications

  • Advanced tools or approaches

  • Contributions aligned with the Standing on the Shoulders of Giants (SOTSOG) framework

  • Integrations such as TOC + AI, where relevant and grounded in application

 

Sponsored Product or Platform Spotlights

Sponsored sessions must deliver clear educational value and align to the program themes. Product or platform content should focus on insight and application, not promotion.

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Academic Paper

Academic paper submissions are managed through a separate process.

View Call for Papers

TOCx

We’re introducing something new at this year’s TOCICO Summit.

It’s called TOCx.

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TOCx is a short-talk format focused on ideas — not case studies, not frameworks, and not slide-heavy presentations. Each TOCx talk centers on one clear idea, insight, or perspective, and why it matters.

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Across the Summit, we’ll feature nine TOCx talks, delivered as three short talks directly after lunch each day.

TOCx is intentionally designed for that moment.

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These talks are meant to be concise, focused, and direct, making space for ideas that benefit from clarity rather than length.

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TOC x talks may include:

  • Ideas that challenge how we practice TOC

  • Lessons learned through experience

  • Perspectives that don’t always fit a traditional session format

  • This isn’t about being the most experienced person in the room.

  • It is about being thoughtful, honest, and clear.

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If you have an idea that keeps showing up in your conversations — one that feels strongest when it’s short and to the point — TOCx may be the right format.

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TOCx talks are limited and will be curated separately from the main conference program.

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Submission Details & Requirements

Session Format & Timing

  • Sessions are scheduled in 50-minute slots

  • Up to 30 minutes for presentation, followed by up to 10-20 minutes of audience Q&A

Program Alignment

  • All submissions must clearly align to the conference program themes:
    Why change matters | What needs to change | How change is carried out and sustained

Language

  • All submissions and presentations must be in English

Review & Feedback

  • Speakers agree to revise submissions based on feedback from the conference committee

Presentation Standards

  • Accepted speakers must use the TOCICO presentation template

  • Presentations must be delivered live, in person in Manchester, UK

  • A special registration rate will be offered to accepted speakers

Content Guidelines

  • Sessions must focus on practical knowledge and value

  • Marketing or promotional content is not permitted, except for:

    • Designated sponsored sessions

    • Practitioner-led case studies

    • Authors of newly published or relevant TOC books or materials

  • A final slide with contact information, logo, or resources is permitted

Speaker Agreement

  • All speakers must accept the TOCICO Speaker Agreement

  • Speakers retain ownership of their content

  • TOCICO retains rights to the video recording of the session

  • Submissions may be withdrawn if the agreement is not accepted

File Uploads

  • Total uploaded submission materials must not exceed 30 MB

Deadlines

Key Dates
 

  • Submission deadline: March 30, 2026

  • Notification of acceptance: April 30, 2026

  • Presentation draft due: July 1, 2026

  • ​Final presentation due: August 1, 2026
     

These deadlines support peer review and program development. Later deadlines may be available for sponsored sessions.

TOC Innovation Summit 2026 Submission Form

What are you submitting for?

Your title should attract attention to the subject and interest of the conference audience.

Session Description Guidance

Describe your session in terms of why change was needed, what needed to change, and how change was designed, implemented, and sustained using TOC. Focus on practical application, learning value, and relevance to practitioners.

Upload an expanded abstract or supplemental description if additional space is needed.

List 3–5 specific insights, lessons, or actions attendees will gain from your session.

Please select the track that best fits your proposal:choice
Presentation Type
TOC Application

Select which TOC application(s) your session primarily address

Level of TOC Knowledge
Beginner
Advanced

Please indicate the targeted level of Theory of Constraints (TOC) knowledge required for attendees.

List all relevant industries to which this presentation applies.

Enter at least 6 key words (separated by comma) which reflect the main elements of your presentation. They will be used for searching purposes in meta tags for SEO as well as EndNotes.

Enter your bio in narrative format. This information will be used in conference marketing & program as well as for TOCICO content purposes.

Speaker Photo

Upload a color photograph of the speaker (head and shoulders) in .jpg or .gif format.

Enter your Speaker bio in narrative format. This information will be used in conference marketing & program as well as for the TOCICO content purposes.

Add additional author bio(s) here

Will you be able to present in person at the Summit (Sept 2–4, 2026
Yes, I confirm that I am available and commit to presenting in person at the Summit between September 2–4, 2026, if selected.
Speaker Agreement & Copyright Release
Yes, I accept the Speaker Agreement & Copyright Release

All speakers must agree to the terms and conditions of the Speaker Agreement and Copyright Release. (Checking Yes will act as your electronic signature).

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