Poster sessions are a dynamic, interactive way to share research, exchange ideas, and connect with attendees during the INFORMS Annual Meeting.
Why Present a Poster?
- Engage in meaningful, two‑way conversations with attendees in a relaxed, interactive setting
- Share your work through a flexible, visual format that encourages questions and discussion
- Build connections across career stages, from students and early‑career researchers to senior leaders and practitioners
Poster Session Details
Poster submission deadline: May 20, 2026
Poster session: Sunday, November 1, during the Welcome Reception
Applies to the General Poster Sessions and the Poster Competition
All posters will be displayed in the Exhibit Hall.
What’s Required
General Poster Session
- Title + 250-word abstract
- PDF of poster: optional but strongly encouraged (viewable in the mobile app)
- Video optional
Interested in Competing?
Authors may optionally participate in the Poster Competition, which includes additional submission requirements and awards.
Lean more about the Poster Competition
Poster Sessions Co-chairs
Feng Ju
Arizona State University
Sherry Wan
Walmart
Onsite Poster Printing Option
Optional onsite poster printing is available through FedEx Office, located at the San Francisco Marriott Marquis.
Additional details, including ordering instructions and recommended timelines, will be shared closer to the meeting.
Poster Format & Display
- Posters should be prepared in landscape orientation
- Recommended size: 36″ × 72″(Maximum board size: 48″ × 96″)
- Posters will be displayed using provided boards and pins
- Presenters should bring a printed poster to the meeting
- A PDF version is strongly encouraged and will be viewable in the mobile app
Suggested Best Practices
To create a clear, engaging poster experience for attendees, we recommend the following best practices:
Design & Readability
- Use high contrast between background and text
- Ensure the title is readable from 15–20 feet
- Body text should be readable from at least 6 feet
- Avoid dense, high word‑count layouts; 800 words or fewer is ideal
- Posters should be understandable without relying on verbal explanation
Content & Organization
- Limit acronyms and extensive mathematical notation where possible
- Clearly communicate the key elements of your work, such as:
- Problem description and objectives
- Methodology
- Key findings or conclusions
- Relevant diagrams, charts, or graphs
- Organize content into clear sections (e.g., Introduction, Methods, Results, Discussion, Conclusions)
- Arrange material in columns to guide the reader naturally through the poster
- Use graphics strategically — self‑explanatory visuals should dominate
Poster Design Resources
The following resources provide additional guidance and free poster templates:
- Swarthmore College Poster Advice
http://www.swarthmore.edu/NatSci/cpurrin1/posteradvice.htm - Free Poster Templates
http://www.posterpresentations.com/html/free_poster_templates.html - Spoonflower Poster Printing
https://www.spoonflower.com/presentation-posters
