OJS

Open Journal Systems (OJS) is an Open Source platform for managing and publishing scholarly journals online.

Description

Open Journal Systems (OJS) is an Open Source software platform designed to manage and publish scholarly journals online. Developed by the Public Knowledge Project (PKP), OJS provides a comprehensive suite of tools for managing all aspects of the journal publication workflow, from submission and peer review to publication and archiving. It supports various journal types and workflows, offering flexibility and scalability to accommodate diverse publishing needs. Its modular design allows for customization and extension through plugins, enabling journals to adapt the system to their specific requirements. OJS is actively maintained and developed by a large community, ensuring ongoing support and updates.

Features

OJS offers a complete suite of tools to manage all aspects of journal publication. Key features include online submission and peer review management, automated workflows, integrated copyediting and production tools, statistical reporting and analytics, and a robust user interface. The platform is highly customizable using plugins, allowing journals to add functionalities and tailor it to their specific needs. It's also designed to ensure compliance with best practices in scholarly publishing, providing features for managing metadata, archiving content, and managing access control.

Benefits

Reduced publication costs by leveraging Open Source software, increased efficiency in managing submissions and peer review processes, improved accessibility and discoverability of journal content through online publishing, enhanced transparency and integrity in scholarly communication, ability to customize the platform to fit specific needs through plugins and flexible workflows, strong community support and active development ensuring longevity and stability, and compliance with established scholarly publishing standards.

Links

• Home: https://github.com/pkp/ojs