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As part of the submission process, authors are required to check off their submission's compliance with all of the following items, and submissions may be returned to authors that do not adhere to these guidelines.
  • The submission has not been previously published, nor is it before another journal for consideration (or an explanation has been provided in Comments to the Editor).
  • The submission file is in OpenOffice, Microsoft Word, or RTF document file format.
  • Where available, URLs for the references have been provided.
  • The text is single-spaced; uses a 12-point font; employs italics, rather than underlining (except with URL addresses); and all illustrations, figures, and tables are placed within the text at the appropriate points, rather than at the end.
  • The text adheres to the stylistic and bibliographic requirements outlined in the Author Guidelines.

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Privacy Statement

1. Introduction

The Journal of Business Systems Innovation and Management Science (JBSIMS) respect the privacy of all users, including authors, reviewers, editors, and readers. This Privacy Statement explains how personal information is collected, used, stored, and protected when interacting with the journal’s website, submission system, and associated services. By using the journal’s platform, you consent to the practices described in this statement.

2. Information Collection

JBSIMS collects personal information for the purposes of managing submissions, peer review, publication, and communication with contributors and readers. The types of information collected may include:

  • Names, affiliations, and contact details of authors, reviewers, and editors
  • Manuscript files, supplementary materials, and correspondence
  • Reviewer reports and feedback
  • Usage data from the website, including IP addresses, browser type, and access times

All information is collected directly from users or through automated systems on the website to facilitate editorial and administrative processes.

3. Use of Personal Information

The journal uses personal information for legitimate academic and administrative purposes, including:

  • Managing manuscript submissions, peer review, and editorial decisions
  • Communicating with authors, reviewers, and editors regarding submissions and publication status
  • Maintaining the journal database and user accounts
  • Sending notifications about journal updates, calls for papers, or related academic information
  • Supporting indexing, reporting, and compliance with open-access requirements

Personal information is never sold or rented to third parties and is used solely for journal-related purposes.

4. Disclosure of Information

JBSIMS may disclose personal information only in specific circumstances:

  • To editorial staff, reviewers, and administrative personnel for manuscript evaluation
  • To comply with legal obligations, regulations, or court orders
  • To investigate allegations of misconduct, plagiarism, or ethical violations
  • When required for indexing or archiving purposes by recognized academic repositories and databases

All disclosures are limited to the minimum necessary and are conducted in accordance with privacy and ethical standards.

5. Data Security

The journal takes the protection of personal information seriously and implements appropriate technical, administrative, and organizational measures to safeguard data against unauthorized access, loss, alteration, or disclosure. This includes the use of secure servers, encryption, and controlled access for editorial staff and reviewers.

While JBSIMS strives to protect information, no system is completely secure. Users are encouraged to take precautions when transmitting sensitive information, and the journal cannot guarantee absolute security of data transmitted online.

6. Data Retention

Personal information is retained only as long as necessary to fulfill editorial, publication, and legal requirements. This includes retention for the purposes of:

  • Maintaining the scholarly record
  • Addressing ethical concerns or disputes
  • Complying with copyright, licensing, or open-access obligations

Data that is no longer required is securely deleted or anonymized to protect privacy.

7. Rights of Users

Users have the right to:

  • Access personal information held by the journal
  • Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
  • Request deletion of personal data, subject to legal or archival obligations
  • Withdraw consent for certain uses of their information, where applicable

Requests related to personal data should be directed to the journal’s privacy contact email. JBSIMS will respond to inquiries promptly and in accordance with applicable data protection regulations.

8. Cookies and Tracking

The journal’s website may use cookies and other tracking technologies to enhance user experience, analyze site usage, and improve services. These technologies do not collect personally identifiable information unless voluntarily provided by the user. Users can control or disable cookies through their browser settings, though some features of the site may be limited as a result.

9. Third-Party Services

JBSIMS may use third-party services for indexing, archiving, submission management, and analytics. These services are required to adhere to strict confidentiality and security standards. The journal does not share personal information with advertisers or unrelated commercial entities.

10. Updates to the Privacy Statement

JBSIMS reserves the right to update or revise this Privacy Statement at any time to reflect changes in practices, legal requirements, or technology. Significant changes will be communicated on the journal website. Continued use of the journal’s services constitutes acceptance of the updated statement.

11. Contact Information

For questions or concerns regarding personal data, privacy practices, or this statement, please contact:

Email: privacy@academicpubs.org