Publication Ethics

The Pacific Journal of Business Innovation and Strategy (PJBIS) is steadfastly committed to upholding the highest standards of publication ethics, ensuring the integrity, transparency, and accountability of all stakeholders involved in the scholarly publication process. Adhering to internationally recognized ethical guidelines, PJBIS delineates clear responsibilities for authors, reviewers, editors, and publishers to maintain the journal’s reputation for excellence and reliability. The specific ethical obligations are outlined as follows:

 

For Authors:

• Originality and Plagiarism: Authors must guarantee that their submissions are original works and appropriately reference all sources. Manuscripts must not contain plagiarized material or be concurrently submitted to other publications.
• Accurate Reporting: Authors are responsible for providing a truthful and precise representation of their research, including all methodologies, data, and results. Fabrication, falsification, or misrepresentation of data is strictly prohibited.
• Authorship Criteria: Authorship should be attributed only to individuals who have made substantial contributions to the conception, design, execution, or interpretation of the research. All deserving contributors must be included, and undeserving individuals must not be granted authorship.
• Data Transparency: Authors must retain all raw data pertinent to their research and make it available for verification upon reasonable request. This ensures the reproducibility and reliability of the published findings.
• Conflict of Interest: Authors must disclose any financial, personal, or professional conflicts of interest that could potentially influence the research outcomes or interpretation. Full transparency in this regard is mandatory.
• Ethical Compliance: Research involving human or animal subjects must adhere to established ethical standards and receive appropriate institutional approvals. Authors must provide evidence of such compliance within their submissions.

 

For Reviewers:

• Confidentiality: Reviewers must treat all manuscripts as confidential documents. They are prohibited from sharing or discussing the content with unauthorized individuals or using the information for personal gain.
• Constructive Feedback: Reviews should be objective, respectful, and aimed at enhancing the quality of the manuscript. Constructive criticism is encouraged to aid authors in refining their work.
• Timeliness: Reviewers are expected to complete their evaluations within the stipulated timeframe to ensure the efficient processing of submissions.
• Conflict of Interest: Reviewers must disclose any conflicts of interest related to the manuscript and recuse themselves from the review process if such conflicts exist to maintain impartiality.
• Ethical Oversight: Should reviewers identify any ethical issues, such as potential plagiarism or misconduct, they are obligated to report these concerns to the journal’s editorial board promptly.

 

For Editors:

• Editorial Independence: Editors must make publication decisions based solely on the merit of the manuscript, including its quality, originality, and relevance, without undue influence from external parties.
• Fair Review Process: PJBIS adheres to a double-blind peer-review system to ensure impartiality. Editors must oversee the review process to prevent bias and uphold fairness.
• Ethical Oversight: Editors are responsible for investigating allegations of ethical breaches and taking appropriate actions, which may include retractions, corrections, or other necessary measures to maintain the journal’s integrity.
• Conflict of Interest Disclosure: Editors must disclose any personal or professional conflicts of interest related to a manuscript and abstain from handling submissions where such conflicts exist.

 

For Publishers:

• Integrity Maintenance: The publisher ensures that all published content meets the highest ethical and professional standards, maintaining the journal’s credibility and scholarly reputation.
• Support for Ethical Research: The publisher provides comprehensive guidelines and resources to prevent unethical practices, including plagiarism, data manipulation, and other forms of academic misconduct.
• Archiving and Accessibility: PJBIS guarantees the long-term preservation and open access to all published content, ensuring that research findings remain accessible to the global academic community and the public.

 

Commitment to Ethical Excellence

PJBIS is dedicated to fostering a culture of ethical excellence in scholarly publishing. By clearly defining and enforcing these ethical standards, the journal aims to promote trust, reliability, and high-quality research dissemination. All parties involved in the publication process are expected to adhere to these guidelines, ensuring that PJBIS remains a reputable and authoritative source of knowledge in the fields of business innovation and strategic management.