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Author Guidelines

Authors are invited to make a submission to this journal. All submissions will be assessed by an editor to determine whether they meet the aims and scope of this journal. Those considered to be a good fit will be sent for peer review before determining whether they will be accepted or rejected.

Before making a submission, authors are responsible for obtaining permission to publish any material included with the submission, such as photos, documents and datasets. All authors identified on the submission must consent to be identified as an author. Where appropriate, research should be approved by an appropriate ethics committee in accordance with the legal requirements of the study's country.

An editor may desk reject a submission if it does not meet minimum standards of quality. Before submitting, please ensure that the study design and research argument are structured and articulated properly. The title should be concise and the abstract should be able to stand on its own. This will increase the likelihood of reviewers agreeing to review the paper. When you're satisfied that your submission meets this standard, please follow the checklist below to prepare your submission.

Submission Preparation Checklist

All submissions must meet the following requirements.

  • This submission meets the requirements outlined in the Author Guidelines.
  • This submission has not been previously published, nor is it before another journal for consideration.
  • All references have been checked for accuracy and completeness.
  • All tables and figures have been numbered and labeled.
  • Permission has been obtained to publish all photos, datasets and other material provided with this submission.

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Privacy Statement

The "Multidisciplinary Research in Computing Information Systems" (MRCIS) is committed to safeguarding the privacy of individuals associated with our publication. This Privacy Statement outlines the methods by which we collect, use, and protect personal information of authors, reviewers, editors, and other users who engage with our journal. By submitting to, reviewing for, or interacting with MRCIS, you consent to the collection and use of your personal data as described in this Privacy Statement.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal data:

  • Author Information: Name, email address, institutional affiliation, ORCID iD, professional bio, and any other data necessary for the publication process.

  • Reviewer Information: Name, email address, expertise, and professional background.

  • Editorial Team Information: Name, email address, and institutional affiliation.

  • Website Visitor Data: IP address, browser type, and browsing activity (for analytics and site functionality).

2. Use of Information

We use the collected personal data to:

  • Facilitate the submission, peer review, and publication processes.

  • Communicate with authors, reviewers, and editorial staff regarding submissions, review statuses, and publication outcomes.

  • Maintain our records and improve our services.

  • Ensure compliance with our journal policies and industry standards.

3. Data Sharing

We may share personal information with third parties in the following scenarios:

  • Publication Platforms: Information may be shared with hosting platforms for publication, such as submission systems or academic databases.

  • Peer Review Process: We share information with reviewers as needed for the peer review process, while ensuring confidentiality.

  • Legal Compliance: We may disclose personal data when required by law or to protect our rights or the safety of others.

We do not sell, rent, or lease your personal information to third parties.

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, please note that no data transmission over the internet can be guaranteed 100% secure.

5. Data Retention

We retain personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including compliance with legal obligations, resolution of disputes, and enforcement of our agreements.

6. Rights of Individuals

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

  • Access: You can request access to the personal data we hold about you.

  • Correction: You can request correction of any inaccurate or incomplete data.

  • Deletion: You can request the deletion of your personal data, subject to applicable legal obligations.

  • Withdrawal of Consent: You can withdraw your consent for us to process your data, where applicable, without affecting the lawfulness of the processing prior to the withdrawal.