SAIIE, Spier, Stellenbosch (2026)

13/05/2026

‼️Reminder‼️

Do you know someone who has made an exceptional contribution to Industrial Engineering? Now is the time to recognise them.
We are calling for nominations for the following prestigious SAIIE awards:

Excellence in Teaching and Learning
Celebrating outstanding educators who inspire, innovate, and shape the next generation of Industrial Engineers Practitioners
👉 https://forms.gle/3mrBhzmYihs4nqG28

Best Industrial Engineering Practitioner – Employer’s Choice
Recognising IE practitioners who consistently add value and make a meaningful impact in their organisations
👉 https://forms.gle/LxKj3aCspRZCuffa8

Best Industrial Engineering Work Conducted in Practice
Honouring innovative industry work that drives real-world change and measurable outcomes
👉 https://forms.gle/j9X9ya26QquDobxg9

Best Industrial Engineering Paper Published in the SAJIE
Acknowledging research excellence that advances the field of Industrial Engineering
👉 https://forms.gle/5FDxtyPTew6ASVRZ6

Nominate and help us celebrate excellence, impact, and leadership in Industrial Engineering. 👏

12/05/2026

ECSA Professional Registration Application Writing Bootcamp – Cohort 6

Ready to move your ECSA registration forward with focused expert support?

The Southern African Institute for Industrial Engineering Writing Bootcamp is designed to help engineering professionals strengthen and complete their ECSA application reports through structured guidance, dedicated writing time, and mentorship.

Over this immersive programme, participants will work closely with experienced facilitator Dieter Hartmann to refine their submissions and gain confidence in the registration process.

📍 Potchefstroom
📅 18 to 19 June 2026
📅 Follow-up session: 23 July 2026
💻 Includes a preparatory webinar on 4 June and interview readiness webinar on 6 August
🎓 CPD credits available
⚠️ Limited spaces available, registration closes 1 June 2026

Whether you are applying as an Engineer, Technologist, or Technician, this Bootcamp offers practical support to help you make real progress.

🔗 Register here: https://saiie.glueup.com/event/ecsa-professional-registration-application-writing-bootcamp-cohort-6-149462/

11/05/2026

SAIIE36 Student Competition 2026 | Entries Open

Calling all Industrial and Systems Engineering students in Southern Africa!

The SAIIE Student Competition, now in its fourth year, gives students the opportunity to showcase innovative, practical solutions to real-world challenges using Industrial and Systems Engineering principles.

This year’s problem focuses on a challenge that affects many South Africans daily: long waiting times and operational inefficiencies in public services.

Students are invited to develop solutions that use AI or Analytics to improve queues and reduce waiting times in public service environments such as clinics, banks, university administration offices, licensing departments, or hospitals. Submissions must also demonstrate how AI was used ethically in the proposed solution.

Project Phase

To enter, students must submit an application and a short abstract of no more than 150 words. Entries will be pre-screened, after which 5 finalist teams will be selected and allocated mentors. The final winners will be announced on 7 August 2026, with 1st, 2nd and 3rd place prizes awarded.

The winning team will receive an all-expenses-paid trip to attend and present their solution at the SAIIE36 Conference, taking place from 19 to 21 October 2026.

Important Deadlines

Application and abstract submission: 12 June 2026
Shortlisted abstracts and mentor allocation: 26 June 2026
Video and supporting materials submission: 30 July 2026
Q&A and winner announcement: 7 August 2026

Submission Link

Submit your application here:
https://forms.gle/rHrWwaipBXSbz3NZA

Take on the challenge, apply your skills, and show how Industrial and Systems Engineering can help build more efficient, ethical, and people-centred public services.

11/05/2026

Heart of IE Award 2026 | Nominations Now Open

Do you know someone who represents the true heart of Industrial Engineering?

The Heart of IE Award recognises individuals who go beyond their professional responsibilities to make a meaningful difference through courage, compassion, commitment, or exceptional service.

This award celebrates those who step up when it matters most. Whether through acts of bravery, support for colleagues, service to the profession, or actions that create a lasting impact, these are the people who remind us that Industrial Engineering is not only about systems, processes, and improvement, but also about people.

If you know someone who deserves to be recognised for their contribution, we invite you to submit a nomination for the 2026 Heart of IE Award.

Nominate someone today:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/17rb5qVqSfS3jdC7MsGmmOliRJxufTajlBytmg5p6i2Y/viewform?edit_requested=true

Closing date: 30 June 2026.

Let’s celebrate the individuals who lead with purpose, serve with heart, and inspire those around them.

10/05/2026

We honour all the mothers who balance careers, families, and personal growth, you are truly exceptional.

Let us take a moment to appreciate the power of mothers everywhere and the difference they make in the world.

💐 Wishing you a joyful, relaxing day filled with love and appreciation! 💐

08/05/2026

Do you know someone who has made an exceptional contribution to Industrial Engineering? Now is the time to recognise them.
We are calling for nominations for the following prestigious SAIIE awards:

Excellence in Teaching and Learning
Celebrating outstanding educators who inspire, innovate, and shape the next generation of Industrial Engineers Practitioners
👉 https://forms.gle/3mrBhzmYihs4nqG28

Best Industrial Engineering Practitioner – Employer’s Choice
Recognising IE practitioners who consistently add value and make a meaningful impact in their organisations
👉 https://forms.gle/LxKj3aCspRZCuffa8

Best Industrial Engineering Work Conducted in Practice
Honouring innovative industry work that drives real-world change and measurable outcomes
👉 https://forms.gle/j9X9ya26QquDobxg9

Best Industrial Engineering Paper Published in the SAJIE
Acknowledging research excellence that advances the field of Industrial Engineering
👉 https://forms.gle/5FDxtyPTew6ASVRZ6

Nominate and help us celebrate excellence, impact, and leadership in Industrial Engineering. 👏

07/05/2026

to SAIIE35!

Last year, SAIIE35 delivered four unforgettable days of inspiration, innovation, and connection in beautiful Cape Town.

From record-breaking attendance to powerful keynote sessions, practical workshops, vibrant networking functions, well-deserved award celebrations, and an insightful factory tour at K-Way, SAIIE35 showcased the very best of our Industrial Engineering community.

As we look back on these memorable highlights, we also look ahead to the next chapter: SAIIE36 | Beyond the Horizon, taking place from 19 to 21 October 2026 at the Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani in Durban, with an Industry Tour Day on 22 October.

Relive the SAIIE35 moments in our Photo and Video collection:
https://www.saiie.co.za/events_archive/saiie35

Then join us as we move Beyond the Horizon at SAIIE36:
https://saiie.glueup.com/event/saiie36-annual-conference-173138/

07/05/2026

SAIIE36 is proud to announce our 2026 Gold Sponsor: the Department of Industrial Engineering at Stellenbosch University.

As SAIIE36 continues to build momentum under the theme Beyond the Horizon, we are excited to partner with institutions that are shaping the future of Industrial Engineering through innovation, research, and industry impact.

Why partner with SAIIE36?

By partnering with SAIIE36, your organisation gains access to:

• Targeted visibility among Industrial Engineering professionals, academics, researchers, and decision-makers
• Logo placement across conference platforms
• Exhibition opportunities, both live and virtual
• Banner and commercial exposure
• Direct engagement with delegates and industry leaders

With partnership options ranging from Exhibition to Rhodium, there is a level to suit every visibility strategy.

📍 Durban | 19 to 21 October 2026
📄 Partnership prospectus: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1EC6NJm-hI7sf8OKJVpRirjrC-0NGcR4a/view?usp=sharing
📩 [email protected]
🌐 Southern African Institute for Industrial Engineering

Join leading institutions like Stellenbosch University in positioning your brand where innovation, industry, and future thinking meet 🚀

07/05/2026

SAIIE Webinar | How to Write a Good Review

To support the authors of our Industrial Engineering community, SAIIE is hosting a series of webinars leading up to the full paper submissions for the SAIIE36 Annual Conference.

Our second webinar, How to Write a Good Review, will focus on the review process and how it can help authors improve the relevance, quality, and impact of their submissions.

This session will offer practical tips on writing constructive, meaningful reviews, while also exploring how authors can use reviewer feedback to strengthen their own papers.

📅 Monday, 8 June 2026
🕑 14:00 – 15:00
💻 Online
🎓 Validated for 0,1 CPD credit

Presenter:
Meelan Roopa
Lecturer, Department of Industrial Engineering, Stellenbosch University

🎟️ Tickets:
SAIIE Members: Free
Non-Members: R315

Register here: https://saiie.glueup.com/event/how-to-write-a-good-review-175537/

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