Journal Management & Indexing Services – Emirates Scholar
Academic publishing is an essential pillar in the advancement of knowledge, and the effective management of scholarly journals requires both editorial expertise and technical precision. At the Emirates Scholar Center for Research & Studies, we provide comprehensive Journal Management services that support universities, academic societies, and research institutions in establishing and maintaining high-quality journals that meet international publishing standards. Our services extend across the full lifecycle of a journal, from its inception to its global indexing, ensuring visibility, credibility, and long-term sustainability.
Comprehensive Journal Management
The foundation of our service lies in providing end-to-end journal management, tailored to the specific needs of editors, authors, and publishers. We work closely with academic institutions and professional associations to design and implement editorial processes that reflect international best practices. This includes establishing editorial boards, creating submission and peer-review workflows, developing journal policies, and ensuring compliance with ethical publishing guidelines such as those outlined by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE).
Our approach emphasizes transparency, quality assurance, and efficiency, enabling editorial teams to focus on the intellectual content of the journal while we provide the infrastructure, systems, and professional support needed for successful operations.
Editorial and Peer Review Support
Peer review is the cornerstone of scholarly publishing. Our Journal Management services ensure that manuscripts are handled through a rigorous, structured, and transparent review process. This includes:
Implementation of online peer-review systems that streamline submission and evaluation.
Development of reviewer databases and automated assignment systems.
Structured guidance for editorial decision-making.
Monitoring timelines to guarantee prompt and fair review cycles.
By maintaining a balance between efficiency and academic rigor, we support journals in upholding the highest standards of academic integrity.
Production and Publishing Services
The preparation of manuscripts for publication involves multiple technical and editorial steps. Emirates Scholar provides professional production services that include:
Copyediting and language refinement to ensure academic fluency.
Typesetting and formatting in compliance with publisher and indexing requirements.
Preparation of digital object identifiers (DOIs) for each article.
Integration of figures, tables, and supplementary material according to journal guidelines.
Hosting services for online journal platforms with full accessibility and search optimization.
Our aim is to ensure that every issue of the journal is published with accuracy, consistency, and international visibility.
Indexing and Abstracting Services
Visibility and credibility in the academic world are closely tied to indexing. A key component of our Journal Management service is guiding journals through the process of inclusion in major indexing and abstracting databases. This includes:
Scopus
Web of Science (Clarivate)
Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ)
Google Scholar
Regional and discipline-specific databases
Our specialists provide a readiness assessment, identify gaps in compliance, and support editors in aligning with the criteria of indexing agencies. Once indexed, we continue to monitor performance, citation impact, and adherence to international standards.
Digital Infrastructure and Archiving
Sustainability in journal publishing requires robust digital systems. Emirates Scholar offers:
Implementation of journal management platforms (such as Open Journal Systems).
Long-term digital archiving in compliance with global standards (LOCKSS, CLOCKSS).
Metadata optimization for discoverability.
Search engine optimization (SEO) strategies for journal articles.
These systems ensure that journals are not only well-managed in the present but also preserved for future academic communities.
Training and Capacity Building for Editors
Recognizing the evolving landscape of academic publishing, Emirates Scholar provides structured training workshops for editors, reviewers, and authors. These sessions address topics such as:
Best practices in journal management.
Ethical challenges in publishing.
Strategies for increasing citations and impact factors.
Effective use of digital publishing platforms.
By building editorial capacity, we ensure that journals managed through our center remain competitive and internationally recognized.
Benefits of Emirates Scholar Journal Management
By engaging with our Journal Management services, institutions benefit from:
Enhanced academic credibility through adherence to international standards.
Improved visibility and reach via global indexing and open-access platforms.
Increased efficiency in editorial and production workflows.
Long-term sustainability with robust digital archiving.
Stronger citation impact and contribution to the global research ecosystem.