OJS Editorial and Publishing Process

This journal operates using Open Journal Systems (OJS) version 3.2.1.0, an advanced open-source journal management and publishing platform designed to facilitate seamless editorial workflows, peer review processes, and online publishing. Developed and continuously supported by the Public Knowledge Project (PKP), OJS is distributed freely under the GNU General Public License (GPL), ensuring accessibility and transparency in scholarly communication.

OJS Editorial and Publishing Process

Key Features of Open Journal Systems (OJS) 3.2.1.0:

  1. Comprehensive Journal Management
    OJS provides an integrated system for managing the entire publishing workflow, from manuscript submission, peer review, editorial decision-making, copyediting, production, and online publication. It enables editors, authors, and reviewers to collaborate efficiently within a structured digital environment.

  2. Open-Source and Customizable
    As an open-source platform, OJS 3.2.1.0 can be freely modified and customized to meet the specific needs of journals. This allows for flexible configurations, including editorial policies, submission guidelines, and automated communication between stakeholders.

  3. Enhanced Peer Review System
    The platform supports single-blind, double-blind, and open peer review models, ensuring rigorous quality control while maintaining confidentiality when necessary. Reviewers can provide structured feedback, and editors can efficiently manage revisions and decisions.

  4. Metadata and Indexing Support
    OJS enables seamless integration with major indexing databases, such as Google Scholar, CrossRef, DOAJ, and Scopus, by generating standardized metadata (Dublin Core, MARC, and XML formats). This enhances the visibility and discoverability of published research.

  5. Multi-Language and Accessibility Support
    With multilingual support, OJS facilitates global engagement by allowing journals to operate in multiple languages. The system is also designed to be accessible, ensuring compliance with international digital accessibility standards.

  6. Persistent Digital Object Identifiers (DOI) Integration
    OJS supports the assignment of DOIs (Digital Object Identifiers) through CrossRef, enabling long-term citation tracking, reliable referencing, and enhanced digital preservation of published articles.

  7. Automated Archiving and Long-Term Preservation
    The platform integrates with LOCKSS (Lots of Copies Keep Stuff Safe) and CLOCKSS (Controlled LOCKSS) to ensure that journal content is securely archived for long-term access and preservation.

  8. Security and Compliance with Open Access Principles
    OJS follows strict security protocols and aligns with Open Access publishing standards, promoting unrestricted access to knowledge and fostering global knowledge dissemination.

By utilizing OJS 3.2.1.0, this journal ensures a robust, transparent, and efficient scholarly publishing process, allowing researchers worldwide to submit, review, and access high-quality research with ease.