Publication Ethics

The Journal of Strategic Management and Innovation (JSMI) is committed to maintaining the highest standards of integrity, transparency, and ethical conduct in scholarly publishing. The journal expects all participants in the publication process—including authors, editors, reviewers, and publishers—to uphold internationally recognized principles of research and publication ethics.

1. Principles of Ethical Publishing

JSMI is committed to:

  • Publishing high-quality, original scholarly research.
  • Ensuring fairness, objectivity, and transparency in editorial decisions.
  • Maintaining confidentiality throughout the peer review process.
  • Preventing research misconduct and publication malpractice.
  • Promoting academic honesty and responsible research practices.

2. Responsibilities of Authors

Authors submitting manuscripts to JSMI must:

Originality

Submit only original work that has not been previously published or simultaneously submitted to another journal.

Accurate Reporting

Present research findings honestly, accurately, and without fabrication, falsification, or manipulation of data.

Proper Citation

Acknowledge all sources of information and provide appropriate citations for published and unpublished works.

Authorship

List as authors only those individuals who have made substantial intellectual contributions to the research. All co-authors must approve the final manuscript before submission.

Conflict of Interest

Disclose any financial, institutional, or personal relationships that could influence the research or its interpretation.

Funding Disclosure

Clearly identify all sources of financial support for the research.

Human and Animal Research

Where applicable, confirm that studies involving human participants or animals were conducted in accordance with relevant ethical standards and received appropriate ethical approval.

Data Availability

Authors should retain research data and make it available upon reasonable request where appropriate.

3. Responsibilities of Editors

Editors are responsible for:

  • Making publication decisions based solely on academic merit.
  • Ensuring a fair, impartial, and confidential review process.
  • Avoiding conflicts of interest.
  • Protecting the confidentiality of submitted manuscripts.
  • Addressing ethical concerns promptly and transparently.
  • Taking appropriate action in cases of suspected research misconduct.

Editors shall not discriminate against authors based on nationality, gender, ethnicity, religion, institutional affiliation, or political beliefs.

4. Responsibilities of Reviewers

Reviewers are expected to:

  • Conduct objective, constructive, and unbiased evaluations.
  • Maintain strict confidentiality regarding manuscripts under review.
  • Review manuscripts within the agreed timeframe.
  • Identify relevant published work that has not been cited.
  • Report suspected plagiarism, duplicate publication, or unethical research practices.
  • Decline review assignments where conflicts of interest exist.

Reviewers must not use unpublished information obtained during the review process for personal or professional advantage.

5. Responsibilities of the Publisher

The publisher of JSMI is committed to:

  • Supporting editorial independence.
  • Preserving the integrity of the scholarly record.
  • Ensuring transparency in publication policies.
  • Cooperating in the investigation of ethical concerns.
  • Maintaining permanent accessibility of published articles.

6. Plagiarism Policy

JSMI has a zero-tolerance policy toward plagiarism.

All submitted manuscripts undergo plagiarism screening before peer review.

The following constitute unacceptable practices:

  • Direct plagiarism
  • Self-plagiarism
  • Mosaic plagiarism
  • Data plagiarism
  • Image manipulation or unauthorized reproduction
  • Improper citation or attribution

Manuscripts found to contain significant plagiarism may be rejected immediately or retracted if already published.

7. Duplicate and Redundant Publication

Authors must not submit the same manuscript to more than one journal simultaneously.

Manuscripts that substantially overlap with previously published work without proper disclosure may be rejected.

8. Research Misconduct

Research misconduct includes, but is not limited to:

  • Fabrication of data
  • Falsification of results
  • Plagiarism
  • Citation manipulation
  • Misrepresentation of authorship
  • Undisclosed conflicts of interest
  • Ethical approval fraud

Confirmed cases of misconduct may result in:

  • Rejection of the manuscript
  • Withdrawal of accepted manuscripts
  • Retraction of published articles
  • Notification of authors' institutions or funding agencies
  • Restrictions on future submissions

9. Conflicts of Interest

Authors, reviewers, and editors must disclose any actual or potential conflicts of interest that could influence the publication process.

Where conflicts exist, appropriate measures will be taken to ensure an impartial editorial decision.

10. Confidentiality

All manuscripts submitted to JSMI are treated as confidential documents.

Editors and reviewers shall not disclose manuscript content or author information to unauthorized individuals.

11. Corrections, Retractions, and Expressions of Concern

If significant errors or ethical issues are identified after publication, JSMI may publish:

  • Corrections (Errata)
  • Corrigenda
  • Expressions of Concern
  • Retractions

These actions are taken to preserve the integrity of the scholarly record.

12. Appeals and Complaints

Authors who disagree with an editorial decision may submit a written appeal to the Editor-in-Chief.

Appeals will be reviewed objectively by the Editorial Board, and the outcome of the review shall be communicated to the author.

Complaints regarding editorial conduct, peer review, or publication ethics will be investigated fairly and confidentially.

13. Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy

Authors may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist with language editing, grammar improvement, or formatting, provided that:

  • Authors remain fully responsible for the accuracy, originality, and integrity of the manuscript.
  • AI tools are not listed as authors.
  • Any substantial use of AI in the preparation of the manuscript is disclosed where required by the journal.

14. Ethical Compliance

Submission of a manuscript to JSMI signifies that all authors agree to comply with this Publication Ethics Policy and accept responsibility for maintaining the highest standards of academic integrity.

Commitment to Ethical Publishing

The Journal of Strategic Management and Innovation (JSMI) is dedicated to promoting ethical research, responsible scholarship, and excellence in academic publishing. The journal encourages all contributors to uphold the principles of honesty, transparency, accountability, and respect throughout the research and publication process.