Privacy Statement

The Journal of Strategic Management and Innovation (JSMI) is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of the personal information entrusted to us by authors, reviewers, editors, and readers. This Privacy Statement explains how personal information is collected, used, stored, and protected in connection with the journal's editorial and publishing activities.

1. Information We Collect

JSMI may collect the following information from users of the journal:

  • Full name
  • Institutional affiliation
  • Email address
  • ORCID iD (where provided)
  • Country of residence
  • Contact details
  • Manuscript submission information
  • Reviewer information
  • Editorial correspondence
  • User account information
  • Technical information such as IP address, browser type, and website usage data

Only information necessary for the operation of the journal is collected.

2. How We Use Your Information

Personal information is used solely for legitimate publishing and administrative purposes, including:

  • Processing manuscript submissions
  • Managing the peer review process
  • Communicating editorial decisions
  • Publishing accepted articles
  • Assigning Digital Object Identifiers (DOIs)
  • Maintaining author and reviewer records
  • Improving journal services and website functionality
  • Responding to inquiries and requests
  • Complying with legal and ethical obligations

Personal information is not used for unrelated commercial purposes.

3. Confidentiality

JSMI maintains strict confidentiality throughout the editorial and peer review process.

  • Manuscripts are treated as confidential documents.
  • Reviewer identities are protected under the journal's double-blind peer review process.
  • Editorial correspondence is accessible only to authorized editorial personnel.
  • Personal information is handled with appropriate security measures.

4. Information Sharing

JSMI does not sell, rent, or trade personal information.

Information may be shared only when necessary to:

  • Facilitate the editorial and publication process.
  • Register Digital Object Identifiers (DOIs).
  • Index published articles in recognized databases.
  • Comply with applicable legal requirements.
  • Investigate suspected publication misconduct or ethical violations.

Only the minimum necessary information will be disclosed.

5. Data Security

JSMI takes reasonable administrative and technical measures to protect personal information against:

  • Unauthorized access
  • Unauthorized disclosure
  • Loss or destruction
  • Alteration or misuse

While every reasonable effort is made to safeguard information, no electronic system can guarantee absolute security.

6. Cookies and Website Analytics

The journal website may use cookies or similar technologies to:

  • Improve website functionality.
  • Remember user preferences.
  • Analyze website traffic and usage patterns.
  • Enhance user experience.

Users may disable cookies through their browser settings, although some website features may not function properly.

7. Author Information

For published articles, the journal may display information necessary for scholarly communication, including:

  • Author names
  • Institutional affiliations
  • ORCID iDs (where provided)
  • Corresponding author contact information
  • Article metadata

This information forms part of the permanent scholarly record.

8. Reviewer Information

Reviewer identities and review reports are treated confidentially unless the journal explicitly operates an open peer review system or the reviewer has agreed to disclose their identity.

Reviewer information is used solely for editorial purposes.

9. Data Retention

JSMI retains editorial records and publication information for as long as reasonably necessary to:

  • Maintain the scholarly record.
  • Preserve published content.
  • Resolve editorial or ethical matters.
  • Meet legal, regulatory, and archival obligations.

10. Your Rights

Where applicable under relevant data protection laws, users may have the right to:

  • Request access to their personal information.
  • Request correction of inaccurate information.
  • Request deletion of personal information, where legally permissible.
  • Withdraw consent for certain data processing activities.
  • Raise concerns regarding the handling of their personal information.

Requests will be considered in accordance with applicable legal and ethical requirements.

11. Third-Party Services

The journal website may contain links to external websites or services. JSMI is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites. Users are encouraged to review the privacy policies of those websites independently.

12. Changes to This Privacy Statement

JSMI reserves the right to amend this Privacy Statement at any time. Updated versions will be published on the journal's website, and continued use of the journal's services constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

13. Contact Information

Questions regarding this Privacy Statement or the handling of personal information should be directed to the Editorial Office of the Journal of Strategic Management and Innovation (JSMI) using the official contact details provided on the journal's website.

Commitment to Privacy

The Journal of Strategic Management and Innovation (JSMI) is committed to protecting the privacy, confidentiality, and security of all individuals who engage with the journal. We handle personal information responsibly and transparently in support of ethical scholarly publishing and the advancement of academic research.