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Overview​

The Pre-Review Discussion feature within the Journal Management System (JMS) allows authors to engage in preliminary discussions with the Journal Manager and Editorial Chief regarding any questions or necessary changes related to their manuscript prior to the review process. This collaborative tool facilitates clear communication and ensures that all parties are aligned before the manuscript enters formal review.

How to Initiate a Discussion:

Click "Add Discussion":

  • To initiate a discussion, navigate to the relevant section in the JMS and click on the “Add Discussion” button.

Participants Included

  • The discussion will automatically include the following participants:

    • Author

    • Journal Manager(s)

    • Editorial Chief(s)

Subject:

  • Enter a concise subject line that summarizes the main topic of the discussion. This helps all participants quickly understand the focus of the conversation.

Discussion Description:

  • Provide a detailed description of the issues or topics you wish to discuss. This section should clearly outline your questions, or any necessary changes related to your manuscript.

Upload Files:

If there are any relevant documents or files that support your discussion (e.g., supplementary data, previous correspondence, or clarifications), you can upload them directly in this section.

Submitting a Pre-Review Discussion

After entering the details, click Add Discussion. This pre-review discussion will be forwarded to the assigned members. You can view their responses or any raised clarifications in the tab below once they reply.

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Discussion Interface​

View Discussions:

To access your discussions, click on Discussion. This will display all information and responses related to your discussion.

Status Indicators:

Each discussion will indicate whether it is Open or Closed, providing a quick reference for its status.

Action Options

To manage your discussions effectively, use the action options available by clicking on the three-dot menu (•••). The options include:

Edit:

Modify the existing details of your discussion as needed. This allows you to update information or clarify your points.

Close:

Mark the discussion as Closed once all issues have been resolved or the discussion is no longer necessary.

Reopen:

Reactivate a previously closed discussion if further clarification or communication is needed.

Export Chart:

Generate a downloadable chart summarizing relevant data or insights related to the discussion or submission. This can be useful for record-keeping or analysis.

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Review Process Overview

Once your manuscript has been assigned for review, the Review tab will open. This tab provides detailed information about the reviewers' recommendations, allowing you to address feedback and make necessary revisions.