Digitalization & Sustainability Review

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Author Guidelines

Welcome to 'Digitalization & Sustainability Review'—your platform to contribute to the evolving discourse at the intersection of digitalization and sustainability. To ensure a seamless submission process, please follow the guidelines outlined below.

1. Manuscript Preparation: Authors are encouraged to prepare their manuscripts following the guidelines specified by the American Psychological Association (APA) referencing style. This includes proper citation of sources, formatting of headings, and adherence to APA reference guidelines. Please refer to the APA Publication Manual (7th edition) for detailed instructions.

2. Online Submission: All submissions must be made through our online submission system, which can be accessed via the following link: Submit Manuscript. You do not need any account on the journal's submission platform to initiate the process.

3. Manuscript Components: Authors should include the following components in their submissions:

  • Title Page: Include the title of the manuscript, names of all authors with their affiliations, and contact information. Clearly identify the corresponding author.

  • Abstract: Provide a structured abstract of no more than 250 words, summarizing the key objectives, methods, results, and conclusions of the study.

  • Keywords: Include 3-5 keywords that highlight the main themes of the manuscript.

  • Main Manuscript: Organize the manuscript into sections such as Introduction, Literature Review, Methodology, Results, Discussion, and Conclusion, as applicable.

  • References: Follow the APA referencing style for in-text citations and the reference list.

4. Submission Charges: We are pleased to announce that 'Digitalization & Sustainability Review' does not impose any submission charges. However, an Article Processing Charge (APC) of US$30 will be applicable after your manuscript is accepted for publication. This charge contributes to publication, including editorial services, formatting, and online hosting.

5. Review Process: All submissions undergo a single blined peer-review process conducted by experts in the field. Authors can expect constructive feedback to enhance the quality of their work. The review process aims to ensure scholarly rigor and relevance to the journal's focus.

6. Notification of Acceptance: Authors will be notified of the editorial decision on their submissions. Once accepted, authors will receive instructions on how to proceed with the payment of the APC.

7. Payment Process: The Article Processing Charge (APC) of US$30 is payable after the manuscript has been accepted for publication. Detailed payment instructions will be provided upon acceptance.

8. Open Access Commitment: 'Digitalization & Sustainability Review' is committed to the principles of open access, making research freely accessible to a global audience. This commitment aligns with our goal of fostering knowledge dissemination and facilitating a broader impact on academic and professional communities.

9. Contact Information: For any inquiries or assistance regarding the submission process, please contact the editorial team at dsr@upright.pub.

We look forward to receiving your contributions to the 'Digitalization & Sustainability Review' and being part of the collaborative journey towards a sustainable digital future. Thank you for choosing our platform to share your valuable insights and research.

Submission Preparation Checklist

All submissions must meet the following requirements.

  • 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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Copyright Policies - Digitalization & Sustainability Review

  1. Author Retention of Rights: Authors who contribute to Digitalization & Sustainability Review retain the copyright to their work. By submitting a manuscript, authors grant the journal the right to publish, distribute, and archive the content while preserving the authors' intellectual property rights.

  2. Publication License: Accepted manuscripts are published under a Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY). This license allows others to copy, distribute, display, and perform the work and derivative works based upon it, but only if they give the author or licensor the credits in the manner specified by these.

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  5. Plagiarism and Ethical Considerations: Digitalization & Sustainability Review adheres to strict anti-plagiarism policies. Authors submitting manuscripts affirm that their work is original and any borrowed content is appropriately cited. Cases of plagiarism or ethical misconduct will be thoroughly investigated.

  6. Archiving and Preservation: Digitalization & Sustainability Review is committed to the long-term preservation of published content. Archived material will be made accessible to the public, ensuring the continued availability of valuable scholarly contributions.

  7. Notice of Use: Users are expected to provide proper attribution when using or referencing content from Digitalization & Sustainability Review. This includes citing the author(s) and the journal appropriately.

  8. Withdrawal of Content: Requests to withdraw published content will be considered in exceptional circumstances, such as proven cases of ethical misconduct or serious errors. The decision to withdraw content rests with the editorial team and is made under COPE guidelines.

  9. Notification of Changes: Any changes to the copyright policies of Digitalization & Sustainability Review will be communicated transparently. Authors and users are encouraged to review these policies periodically for updates.

By accessing and using content from Digitalization & Sustainability Review, users acknowledge and agree to abide by these copyright policies. These policies aim to balance the need for open access dissemination with protecting intellectual property rights, fostering a responsible and ethical scholarly environment.

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