Author Guidelines

Welcome to the Scientific Journal for Technology Management, Information & Artificial Intelligence (SJTIA). Before you submit your manuscript, please carefully review the following submission guidelines:

Manuscript Preparation:

Manuscripts should be written in English and formatted according to the journal's style guidelines.

The manuscript must be submitted in Microsoft Word format (.doc or .docx).

Include a title page with the title of the paper, author(s) names and affiliations, and contact information for the corresponding author.

Originality and Ethical Guidelines: Submissions must consist of original work by the authors and should not have been previously published or be under consideration for publication elsewhere. Authors are responsible for ensuring that their work meets ethical standards and is free from plagiarism.

Peer Review Process: All submissions undergo a rigorous double-blind peer-review process conducted by independent experts in the relevant field. Each manuscript is typically evaluated by at least two reviewers, and additional reviews may be requested where necessary. Reviewers assess originality, methodological rigor, clarity, ethical compliance, and alignment with the journal’s scope, and authors can expect constructive, actionable feedback to strengthen the quality and contribution of their work. Our average first-decision timeline is typically 4–8 weeks, although in some cases it may extend to up to 16 weeks. Editorial decisions may include acceptance, minor revision, major revision, or rejection, and final decisions are made by the Editor-in-Chief and editorial team based on reviewers' reports and the journal’s quality standards. We also conduct plagiarism/similarity screening and adhere to COPE-aligned ethical guidelines, maintaining strict confidentiality and conflict-of-interest standards throughout the review process.

Submission Categories: SJTIA welcomes research articles, review papers, case studies, and short communications focusing on science policy, innovation management, technology transfer, and related topics relevant to the African context.

Formatting Guidelines:

Use clear and concise language in the manuscript.

Follow the APA 6th edition citation style and formatting guidelines.

Include tables, figures, and references as appropriate, with proper citations.

Submission Process:

Submissions should be made through the online submission system of the journal.

Include a cover letter outlining the significance of the research and its contribution to the field.

Average number of weeks between article submission & publication: 16 weeks

Copyright and Licensing:

Authors retain the copyright of their work and grant the journal the right to publish and distribute the accepted manuscript under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0).

Article Processing Charges (APC)

Article Processing Charge (APC): The APC for all accepted papers is USD 250. These charges support the sustainability of our open-access publishing model and help cover essential publishing services, including editorial processing, peer-review management, plagiarism/similarity checks, copyediting, typesetting/formatting, metadata handling, online hosting/archiving, and long-term platform maintenance. The APC is payable only after acceptance and once the manuscript reaches the final processing/production stage. There is no submission fee. Authors based in the Global South are encouraged to request discounted APC rates, and such requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Waivers

Waivers may be considered for early-career researchers and graduate students conducting self-funded research, particularly from developing countries. Authors with documented financial constraints may also apply for a waiver through the editorial office.

Donations

We welcome donations from individuals and donor organizations to further support our mission, provided such contributions do not compromise the integrity and independence of our publishing program. Interested parties are encouraged to contact the editorial office for more information.

Contact Information: For inquiries or assistance regarding the submission process, waiver requests, and publication charges, authors may contact the editorial office: editor_sjtia@koozakar.com

We look forward to receiving your submissions and contributing to the advancement of global knowledge in science policy and innovation management. Thank you for considering the Scientific Journal for Technology Management, Information & Artificial Intelligence (SJTIA) as a venue for your research.