Jurnal Optimasi Sistem Industri (JOSI) upholds a rigorous and transparent peer-review process to ensure the quality and credibility of the articles it publishes. The journal implements a double-blind (double-anonymous) peer-review model, wherein the identities of both authors and reviewers are concealed throughout the review process.

Submission and Initial Evaluation

All manuscripts submitted to JOSI undergo an initial evaluation by the editorial team to assess their alignment with the journal's scope and adherence to submission guidelines. Manuscripts that meet these criteria are assigned a unique identification number for further processing.

Peer Review

Eligible manuscripts are forwarded to at least two independent expert reviewers in the relevant field. Reviewers are selected based on their expertise, experience, and prior contributions to the subject area. In cases where conflicting opinions arise, additional reviewers may be consulted to ensure a comprehensive evaluation.

Double-Blind Review

JOSI ensures a double-blind peer-review process, maintaining the anonymity of both authors and reviewers. This approach promotes objectivity and fairness in the evaluation process, minimizing potential biases.

Review Criteria

Reviewers assess manuscripts based on scientific quality, originality, relevance to the journal's scope, clarity of presentation, and adherence to ethical guidelines. Constructive feedback and suggestions for improvement are encouraged to assist authors in enhancing the quality of their work.

Review Duration

JOSI strives to provide a timely and efficient peer-review process. Reviewers are typically allotted a specific timeframe to complete their evaluations. Authors will be informed of the estimated duration of the review process during the initial submission or after any significant revisions.

Decision and Revision

Upon completion of the peer-review process, the editorial team considers the reviewers' comments and recommendations. Authors will receive a decision, which may include acceptance, minor or major revisions, or rejection. If revisions are requested, authors are expected to address all reviewers' comments thoroughly and resubmit the revised manuscript within the stipulated timeframe.

Editorial Decision

The final decision regarding the publication of a manuscript rests with the Editor-in-Chief or the Editorial Board members. The editorial team carefully considers the reviewers' assessments, the originality of the work, its relevance to the journal's scope, and adherence to ethical standards before making a final decision.

Confidentiality and Ownership

All manuscripts and associated review materials are treated as confidential documents. Reviewers are required to maintain the confidentiality of the manuscripts they review and must not disclose any information to unauthorized individuals.

Unless a formal agreement specifies otherwise, peer reviewers retain the copyright to their review reports as original works of authorship. However, these reports are intended solely for editorial use in the manuscript evaluation process. JOSI does not publish reviewer reports or identities without explicit permission from the reviewers.

Review Process Improvement

JOSI is committed to continuously improving its peer-review process. Feedback from authors and reviewers is invaluable in this endeavour. The journal welcomes constructive suggestions to enhance the efficiency and fairness of the review process.

Contact

For any inquiries or questions related to the peer-review process, please contact the editorial team at editor_josi@eng.unand.ac.id.