We are thrilled to launch the inaugural TREO Talks at the Australasian Conference on Information Systems (ACIS 2024), inspired by successful initiatives at AMCIS and ICIS. This forum offers a unique opportunity to present preliminary ideas, innovative educational methods, and exploratory opinions on information systems with a sustainability focus. It is expected ideas presented in this forum will foster collaboration, engagement and broader and viable research in future.

Objectives of TREO Talks at ACIS 2024: TREO Talks aims to foster a dynamic environment for interdisciplinary idea exchange, broaden networking among academics, professionals, and emerging scholars such as HDRs, and influence both academic and practical outcomes. This initiative seeks to extend the impact of our discussions beyond the conference, nurturing a knowledge-rich, digitally driven ecosystem.

Key Submission Themes

Broad Information Systems Topics:

• Emerging technologies and their transformative effects on business and society.
• Enhancing digital security and protecting personal data.
• Ethical challenges of artificial intelligence and the responsibilities of IS professionals.

Sustainability in Digital Practices:

• Techniques and technologies to minimize IT operations’ environmental impact.
• Design principles for longevity, reuse, and energy efficiency in software and hardware.
• Regulatory frameworks and governance promoting sustainable digital transformations.

Educational and Industry Innovations:

• Innovative teaching methods or curricula for the evolving IS landscape.
• Collaborations between academia and industry that drive advancements in Information Systems.
• Initiatives to enhance skill development and address gaps within the IS workforce.