JAMS - Journal & Article Management System

Navigating Difficult Editorial Decisions: Balancing Quality, Fairness, and Integrity Every editor knows that some decisions are tougher than others, from handling conflicting reviews to addressing ethical concerns or borderline submissions. Our latest JAMS blog post explores how editors can approach these moments with confidence and transparency by: 🔹 Building a fair and consistent decision-making process 🔹 Managing communication with authors and reviewers effectively 🔹 Upholding editorial integrity while supporting journal growth At JAMS - Journal & Article Management System, we understand the challenges behind every editorial decision. That’s why our platform and services are designed to make the process clearer, faster, and more transparent for all stakeholders. 📖 Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/e_WjSEEc #JAMSforJournals #AcademicPublishing #PeerReview #EditorialEthics #JournalManagement #OpenAccess #PublishingInnovation #JAMS

Start with “Why” – The Foundation of Every Successful Journal Before you start thinking about submission systems or indexing, take a step back and ask: Why does your journal need to exist? A strong sense of purpose shapes everything that follows: from your editorial policy to how you attract authors and reviewers. Define your journal’s scope clearly, choose your niche wisely, and make sure your mission adds value to the field rather than replicating what’s already out there. The most successful independent journals are built on clarity and consistency, not size or speed. 👉 Begin with your purpose. The rest will follow. Learn more about how JAMS - Journal & Article Management System supports small publishers: https://lnkd.in/eVd53qhH #AcademicPublishing #OpenAccess #ScholarlyCommunication #JAMSforJournals

Understanding the Journal Impact Factor: What It Means for Publishers The Journal Impact Factor has long been considered one of the key indicators of a journal’s influence, but what does it truly measure, and how should publishers interpret it today? In our latest article, we explore: 🔹 What the Impact Factor actually represents 🔹 Why it matters (and when it doesn’t) 🔹 How small and independent publishers can strengthen their journals’ visibility and impact through quality and consistency At JAMS - Journal & Article Management System, we believe that every journal, regardless of size or resources, can grow its influence with the right strategy, tools, and editorial support. 📖 Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/eiJyRFhM #JAMSforJournals #AcademicPublishing #ScholarlyCommunication #OpenAccess #JournalManagement #ImpactFactor #PublishingInnovation #JAMS

We’re excited to be at the 4th Forum for Open Research in MENA in Sharjah this week! Our team, represented by Alex Ramos, is enjoying great conversations with fellow participants about the future of open science and scholarly publishing. If you’re attending, stop by our booth to learn more about JAMS - Journal & Article Management System and how we help journals streamline submission and peer review. Click here to learn more about us: https://lnkd.in/eVd53qhH #FORM4Open #JAMSforJournals #FORM2025 #OpenResearch #OpenScience #ScholarlyCommunication #AcademicPublishing #PeerReview #JAMS

🌍 Exciting news! JAMS will be attending the 4th Forum for Open Research in MENA (FORM 2025) next week in Sharjah. Alex Ramos will be there from our team, looking forward to connecting with both new and familiar faces from across the scholarly communication community. If you’re attending, make sure to stop by our booth to say hi and learn more about JAMS - Journal & Article Management System, our comprehensive suite of tools and services designed to support every stage of academic journal management. Let’s talk about the future of open research, peer review, and journal publishing! Schedule a meeting with Alex: https://lnkd.in/eV3FXXF3 Visit our website: https://lnkd.in/eVd53qhH #JAMSforJournals #FORM2025 #FORM4Open #ScholarlyCommunication #JAMS #PeerReviewManagement #JournalPublishing

📚 New on the JAMS Blog: Marketing Tips for Academic Journals Marketing your journal can feel like uncharted territory, but it's essential for long-term growth and visibility. In our latest blog post, we break down practical marketing strategies specifically tailored for academic journals, including: - How to communicate your journal's unique niche in a crowded market - Creating engaging content that resonates with the academic community - Leveraging social media to expand your reach (yes, even in academia!) - Building strategic partnerships to strengthen your presence Unlike traditional marketing, journal promotion isn't about selling products, it's about fostering transparency, disseminating knowledge, and connecting with researchers seeking high-quality content. Whether you're a small journal looking to establish yourself or an established publication aiming to refine your approach, these insights will help you develop an authentic marketing strategy that aligns with your mission. Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/eP-rG9uM #JAMSforJournals #AcademicPublishing #JournalManagement #OpenAccess #ScholarlyCommunication #ResearchVisibility

Quality control in academic publishing goes far beyond peer review 📚 If you're managing an academic journal, you know that maintaining quality isn't just about protecting your reputation, it's about ensuring research integrity for society at large. Our latest blog breaks down the 5 essential pillars of journal quality control: ✅ Initial Screening – Your first line of defense in filtering submissions ✅ Plagiarism Detection – Protecting originality (and choosing the right tools) ✅ Peer Review – The gold standard that builds credibility ✅ English Editing – Ensuring clarity and precision ✅ Proofreading – The final quality checkpoint before publication The reality? Most journals are juggling multiple quality control tasks simultaneously. From submission to publication, it's a complex process that requires both rigorous standards and efficient systems. Whether you're deciding between freelance vs. in-house editors, selecting plagiarism detection software, or establishing screening guidelines, the choices you make directly impact your journal's reputation and the integrity of published research. Read the full guide to learn how to strengthen your quality control processes: https://lnkd.in/ehu77rhS What quality control challenges does your journal face? #JAMSforJournals #AcademicPublishing #PeerReview #JournalManagement #ResearchIntegrity #QualityControl #ScholarlyCommunication

PEER REVIEW WEEK 2025 | DAY 4 Silvano Bonfatti Gerola, our Product Manager at JAMS - Journal & Article Management System shares his take on AI's double-edged impact on academic publishing. "AI is making fraudulent behavior easier, but it's also offering solutions to combat it." In this exclusive video, he breaks down how JAMS is navigating the AI revolution in peer review: - Current reality: Augmented integrity checks and AI-powered reviewer matching - The challenge: It's never just AI, real solutions combine algorithms with traditional software - Future vision: Reshaping JAMS into an AI-first platform while maintaining human judgment His advice to fellow product managers? "Focus on use cases where AI delivers proven value, not just the latest shiny tool." The conversation covers everything from data quality challenges to his dream of more ethical AI capable of preventing unfair behavior from bad actors. Click here to learn more about JAMS: https://lnkd.in/eVd53qhH #PeerReviewWeek2025 #JAMSInsights #JAMSforJournals #PRW2025  

Next stop: Irish College Leuven for the Open Access Scholarly Publishing Association Conference, 22-24 September 2025. We’re looking forward to three days of discussions on open access and the future of scholarly publishing. 📅 Schedule your chat here: https://lnkd.in/gEpha7CX 🌐 About JAMS: https://lnkd.in/eVd53qhH #OASPA2025 #OpenAccess #JAMSforJournals

PEER REVIEW WEEK 2025 | DAY 3 Thank you all for joining our webinar yesterday! "Can AI Be an Editor's Best Ally? Rethinking Peer Review Today" What an incredible discussion we had with Dr. Enric Sayas Montanyana (AI Business Analyst, MDPI) and Dr. Oliver Terrett (Scientific Advisor, MDPI), along with valuable insights from Dr. Tindaro Cicero (Editorial Board of Publications MDPI). We explored the real questions that matter: Where does innovation end and overreach begin? How can AI genuinely help editors streamline workflows without compromising quality? What are the unresolved challenges we still need to address? Missed it? The recording is now available! Access everything here 👉 https://lnkd.in/ehm2KdhZ Peer Review Week #JAMSforJournals #PeerReviewWeek2025 #JAMSInsights #PRW2025