The 11th International Conference on Fuzzy Systems and Data Mining (FSDM 2025)

Abstract: In the era of Industry 4.0 and digital transformation, the design of future-ready systems requires more than automation; it demands applied intelligence, a strategic fusion of simulation, mathematical modeling, and data-driven optimization. This keynote explores how intelligent systems, grounded in applied mathematics, are reshaping operations in both industrial and healthcare contexts. Drawing from over two decades of experience, the speaker presents real-world case studies involving simulation-based production planning, metaheuristic-driven resource optimization, and smart monitoring systems implemented in sectors ranging from explosive manufacturing and water processing to packaging and healthcare logistics. The talk highlights how applied intelligence enables predictive decision-making, adaptive workflows, and efficiency improvements under uncertain and dynamic environments. Special attention will be given to the convergence of industrial engineering tools and smart healthcare systems, demonstrating how simulation and AI can be leveraged to optimize hospital operations, manage public health logistics, and enhance service delivery. By unifying theoretical rigor with practical deployment, this talk aims to equip researchers, engineers, and policy-makers with actionable frameworks for building intelligent, scalable, and resilient systems capable of addressing the evolving demands of modern industry and healthcare.

Biography: Asst. Prof. Dr. Nara Samattapapong is a highly respected academic in Industrial Engineering, currently serving at Suranaree University of Technology, Thailand. With a Doctorate in Mechanical Engineering and over 20 years of combined experience in academia and industry, he has built a strong reputation in the areas of intelligent systems, simulation-based optimization, and modern industrial practices. His work emphasizes the application of simulation, data analytics, and AI-enhanced tools to improve efficiency across production, logistics, and quality control processes. Dr. Samattapapong has published over 20 research papers in leading international conferences and journals, including topics such as OEE systems, lean manufacturing, simulation-driven scheduling, and resource optimization using metaheuristics. His recent studies explore intelligent approaches to enhance explosive manufacturing, water processing, and packaging systems. Recognized for his contributions, he has received national awards for excellence in automation and analytical software application. In addition to his research, he has played key roles in academic program development, quality assurance, and curriculum leadership. As a keynote speaker, he brings deep insights into how intelligent systems are transforming industrial operations, bridging theory with practical solutions that address real-world manufacturing challenges in the era of Industry 4.0.