Managing Submissions

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Welcome to the Managing Submissions section. Here, editors will find step-by-step guidance on how to handle and track manuscript submissions effectively using our system, ensuring a streamlined and efficient editorial workflow. Below are the key aspects of managing submissions:

  1. Initial Submission Check
  • Verify Submission Completeness: Ensure the manuscript includes all required components (title page, abstract, keywords, references, etc.).
  • Check Formatting and Guidelines Compliance: Confirm that the manuscript adheres to the submission and formatting guidelines provided to authors.
  • Assess Scope and Relevance: Determine whether the submission aligns with the focus of the publication and contributes to the field.
  • Flag Ethical Concerns: Use plagiarism detection tools and check for any potential ethical issues such as conflicts of interest or duplicate submissions.
  1. Assigning Roles
  • Assigning Reviewers: Select qualified reviewers with expertise in the subject area. Aim for at least two reviewers per submission for balanced feedback.
  • Editor Assignment: If the manuscript requires specialized knowledge, assign it to a handling editor with relevant expertise.
  1. Communication with Authors and Reviewers
  • Author Notifications: Inform authors of the manuscript’s progress, including acknowledgments of submission, reviewer feedback, and editorial decisions.
  • Reviewer Invitations: Send clear and concise invitations to potential reviewers, specifying expectations and deadlines.
  1. Tracking Submission Progress
  • Monitoring Deadlines: Use the system to track submission milestones, such as review deadlines, revision timelines, and final approval dates.
  • Review Status Updates: Check the status of reviewer responses and ensure timely feedback is provided to authors.
  1. Decision-Making
  • Compile Feedback: Summarize reviewer comments and recommendations to inform editorial decisions.
  • Communicate Decisions: Notify authors of the decision (accept, revise, or reject) with detailed feedback and instructions.
  1. Post-Decision Workflow
  • Revisions Handling: Track and manage revised submissions, ensuring all reviewer comments are adequately addressed.
  • Final Approval: Once all revisions are complete, approve the manuscript for production.
  1. Record Keeping and Reporting
  • Documentation: Maintain detailed records of submission history, reviewer feedback, and editorial decisions within the system.
  • Reporting: Generate periodic reports on submission trends and editorial performance for internal review.

This section equips editors with the tools and insights needed to manage submissions efficiently, maintain transparency in the process, and uphold the publication's academic standards. For additional assistance, please refer to the system's help documentation or contact our support team.