The peer review process is a cornerstone of academic publishing at the International Journal of Scientific and Management Research (IJSMR). We are committed to maintaining the integrity and quality of our published articles through a rigorous and transparent review system.
1. Purpose of Peer Review
Peer review serves to:
- Ensure the quality, validity, and originality of research.
- Provide constructive feedback to authors.
- Uphold the journal’s standards and enhance the overall scientific discourse.
2. Review Process
The peer review process at IJSMR includes the following steps:
- Submission: Authors submit their manuscripts through our online submission system.
- Initial Screening: The editorial team conducts an initial assessment to check for adherence to submission guidelines, relevance, and basic quality. Manuscripts that do not meet these criteria may be returned to authors without further review.
- Selection of Reviewers: Suitable experts in the field are selected to review the manuscript. Reviewers are chosen based on their expertise and ability to provide an impartial evaluation.
- Review Assignment: Typically, two to three independent reviewers evaluate the manuscript. Reviewers are given a set timeframe to complete their assessment.
- Review Outcome: Reviewers provide feedback and recommendations, which may result in one of the following outcomes:
- Accept: The manuscript is accepted for publication.
- Minor Revisions: The manuscript requires minor changes before acceptance.
- Major Revisions: Significant changes are needed; the manuscript may be resubmitted after revisions.
- Reject: The manuscript is not suitable for publication.
- Author Revisions: If revisions are requested, authors will be given a specified period to make the necessary changes and resubmit their manuscript, along with a response to reviewers’ comments.
- Final Decision: The editorial team makes the final decision based on the reviewers’ recommendations and the authors’ revisions. Authors will be notified of the decision.
4. Conflict of Interest
Reviewers must disclose any potential conflicts of interest that could affect their impartiality. If a conflict exists, the reviewer should recuse themselves from the review process.
5. Recognition of Reviewers
We value the contributions of our reviewers and recognize their efforts in maintaining the quality of the journal. Reviewers will receive acknowledgment in the journal and may be eligible for additional benefits, such as discounts on publication fees or access to exclusive content.
6. Conclusion
The peer review process at IJSMR is integral to our commitment to high-quality scholarly publishing. We appreciate the dedication of authors and reviewers alike in contributing to the advancement of scientific and management research.