Introduction to OJS
Platform
The Open Journal Systems (OJS) platform is a free and open-source
software for managing academic journals. It is developed by the Public
Knowledge Project (PKP) and is widely used by universities and research
institutions worldwide.
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Importance of Open-
Source Journal
Management
1 Accessibility 2 Transparency
Open-source platforms like The open-source nature of
OJS make journal OJS allows for transparency
management accessible to in the journal publishing
researchers and institutions process, promoting trust
with limited resources. and accountability.
3 Community Support
OJS benefits from a vibrant community of developers and users
who contribute to its continuous improvement and provide
support.
Key Features of OJS
Submission Management Peer Review Publication Management
OJS provides a streamlined The platform supports various peer OJS manages the publication
submission process for authors, review models, allowing for blind process, including typesetting,
including manuscript tracking and review and editorial decisions. indexing, and archiving of published
communication. articles.
Submission and Review Processes
Submission 1
Authors submit their manuscripts through the OJS
platform.
2 Initial Screening
Editors review submissions for suitability and
adherence to journal guidelines.
Peer Review 3
Reviewers assess the manuscript's originality,
quality, and significance.
4 Decision
Editors make a decision based on reviewer
feedback, including acceptance, rejection, or
Publication 5 revisions.
Accepted articles are published online in the
journal's digital archive.
Publication Workflow
Manuscript Preparation
1 Authors format their manuscripts according to journal
guidelines.
Submission and Review
2 Manuscripts are submitted and undergo peer review.
Acceptance and Production
3 Accepted manuscripts are edited and typeset for
publication.
Online Publication
4 Published articles are made available online in a digital
archive.
Customization and Theming
Templates Stylesheets Plugins
OJS offers customizable templates for Stylesheets can be modified to Plugins extend OJS's functionality,
journals, allowing for unique branding change colors, fonts, and layout, adding features like social media
and appearance. creating a visually appealing journal integration or citation management.
website.
User Roles and
Permissions
Role Description
Editor Manages journal submissions,
peer review, and publication.
Reviewer Evaluates manuscripts and
provides feedback to editors.
Author Submits manuscripts and
interacts with the journal during
the publication process.
Reader Accesses and reads published
articles.
Conclusion and Future Developments
Growth and Innovation Community Collaboration Future of Open Access
OJS is continuously evolving, with new The OJS community fosters OJS plays a key role in promoting open
features and functionalities being collaboration and knowledge sharing, access publishing, ensuring wider
developed to enhance the journal driving innovation and improvements. dissemination of research findings.
publishing experience.
Thank You
Thank you for your time and interest in the OJS platform.
CO-FOUNDER
SUGUNA BALAN
