Submissions
Submission Preparation Checklist
As part of the submission process, authors are required to check off their submission's compliance with all of the following items, and submissions may be returned to authors that do not adhere to these guidelines.- Publication Status: The submission has not been previously published in any language or medium, nor is it currently under consideration by another journal. Preprint submissions to recognized repositories have been disclosed to the Editor.
- Language Requirement: The manuscript is written in academic English and has been thoroughly reviewed for clarity, grammar, and style suitable for scholarly publication.
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Global Perspective and Regional Relevance: Articles should analyze innovation and technology management from a global perspective. Contributions that, in addition to their universal relevance, establish explicit connections to the specific contexts, challenges, or opportunities of Latin America, Ibero-America, or the Caribbean will be particularly valued.
- Required Files: Each submission includes two properly formatted files: (1) Title Page: This should include author details (names, affiliations, addresses, email addresses, ORCID IDs), an abstract in English, keywords, brief biographical notes about the authors (optional), and the Contributor Roles Taxonomy. (2) Document for Blind Peer Review: This document should be anonymized, with no references to the authors.
- Author Information: All authors have provided complete affiliation details, are using verifiable institutional email addresses, and have designated a corresponding author for communications.
- Manuscript Format: The text adheres to all formatting requirements specified in the Author Guidelines, including proper citation style (APA 7th edition), with attention to tables, figures, and references format.
- Research Ethics: The research complies with applicable ethical standards. For studies involving human subjects, appropriate institutional approval has been obtained and is stated in the manuscript.
- Practical Implications: The manuscript includes a dedicated section discussing practical implications for industry, policymakers, or practitioners in the region
- Data and Supplementary Materials: The manuscript includes a data availability statement, and any supplementary materials are clearly labeled, referenced in the main text, and provided in appropriate file formats.
- Acknowledgment and Disclosures: All sources of funding and potential conflicts of interest (financial or non-financial) have been disclosed in dedicated sections.
Research Articles
Definition
The Research Papers section is dedicated to publishing original, high-quality research articles that contribute new and significant knowledge to the field of innovation management. This section aims to promote the advancement of knowledge through rigorous empirical, theoretical, and methodological studies.
Objectives and Scope
The primary objective of this section is to provide a forum for the dissemination of innovative and high-quality research in the field of innovation management. Articles should address a wide range of topics related to innovation, including but not limited to innovation theories, innovation management practices and strategies, and the impact of innovation on organizational performance.
Acceptance Criteria
To be considered for publication, manuscripts must meet the following criteria:
- Originality: The work must be original and unpublished, not having been previously published or under consideration in other journals.
- Relevance: The topic addressed must be relevant and of interest to the academic and professional community of innovation management.
- Methodological Rigor: A high level of methodological rigor and critical analysis is expected in the presented research.
- Contribution: The article must make a significant contribution to existing knowledge, either through the development of new theories, innovative practices, or novel methodologies.
- Clarity and Coherence: The manuscript should be well-structured, clearly written, and follow the journal's format and style guidelines.
Manuscript Structure and Guidelines
Manuscripts should adhere to the general structure of academic research articles, including the following sections:
- Title: Clear and concise, reflecting the main content and contribution of the article.
- Abstract: A summary of up to 250 words briefly describing the objective, methodology, main results, and conclusions.
- Keywords: 4-6 keywords representing the main topics of the article.
- Introduction: Context of the study, research problem, objectives, and relevance of the work.
- Literature Review: Critical analysis of existing literature, identifying gaps and justifying the need for the study.
- Methodology: Detailed description of the research design, data collection and analysis methods, and justification of methodological choices.
- Results: Clear and concise presentation of findings, supported by tables and figures when necessary.
- Discussion: Interpretation of results in the context of existing literature, theoretical and practical implications, and study limitations.
- Conclusions: Summary of main findings, study contributions, and suggestions for future research.
- References: Complete list of all sources cited in the article, following the APA citation style.
Word Count and References
Research Papers should be concrete, concise, and not exceed 8,000 words, with approximately 30 references (suggestion).
Case Studies
Case Studies Section Policy
Definition
Case Studies are articles that provide a detailed and in-depth analysis of specific situations, events, or phenomena in the field of innovation management. These studies focus on practical, real-world examples to extract lessons, identify challenges, and propose innovative solutions. Case Studies are valuable for connecting theory with practice and providing practical insights to professionals and academics.
Objectives and Scope
The primary objective of this section is to publish case studies that offer a detailed understanding of the application of innovation theories and practices in real-world contexts. Articles should present critical analyses and reflections on how organizations manage innovation, the challenges faced, and the solutions implemented. Case studies from various sectors, regions, and organization sizes are accepted.
Acceptance Criteria
To be considered for publication, manuscripts must meet the following criteria:
- Practical Relevance: The case study must address a relevant topic of interest to the academic and professional community of innovation management.
- Analytical Rigor: A high level of critical analysis and reflection on the presented facts is expected.
- Contribution: The article must offer valuable insights and practical lessons that can be applied in other contexts.
- Clarity and Coherence: The manuscript should be well-structured, clearly written, and follow the journal's format and style guidelines.
- Evidence and Documentation: Studies must be well-documented, providing solid evidence to support the conclusions.
Manuscript Structure and Guidelines
Manuscripts should adhere to the general structure of academic case studies, including the following sections:
- Title: Clear and concise, reflecting the main content and contribution of the article.
- Abstract: A summary of up to 250 words briefly describing the objective, context, main findings, and conclusions.
- Keywords: 4-6 keywords representing the main topics of the article.
- Introduction: Context of the study, objectives, and relevance of the analyzed case.
- Case Context: Detailed description of the organizational context, including industry, environment, and involved actors.
- Methodology: Description of the approach and methods used to collect and analyze case information.
- Case Analysis: Detailed presentation of key events, decisions, processes, and outcomes of the case.
- Discussion: Interpretation of findings in the context of existing literature, theoretical and practical implications, and lessons learned.
- Conclusions: Summary of main findings, study contributions, and suggestions for future research and practice.
- References: Complete list of all sources cited in the article, following the APA citation style.
Word Count and References
Case Studies should be between 4,000 and 6,000 words, with a maximum of 30 references (suggestion).
Review
Review Papers Section Policy
Definition
Review Papers are articles that provide a comprehensive and critical analysis of the existing literature on a specific topic within the field of innovation management. These articles synthesize findings from previous research, identify trends, knowledge gaps, and propose new directions for future research. Reviews may encompass both narrative reviews and systematic reviews, including meta-analyses.
Objectives and Scope
The primary objective of this section is to publish high-quality reviews that integrate and synthesize existing knowledge in the field of innovation management. Articles should offer a comprehensive overview of a topic, highlight important advances, and identify opportunities for future research. This section accepts reviews addressing relevant theories, methodologies, practices, and empirical studies.
Acceptance Criteria
To be considered for publication, manuscripts must meet the following criteria:
- Comprehensiveness: The review must comprehensively cover the relevant literature on the topic.
- Relevance: The topic addressed must be pertinent and of interest to the academic and professional community of innovation management.
- Analytical Rigor: A high level of critical analysis and synthesis of the reviewed literature is expected.
- Contribution: The article must make a significant contribution to existing knowledge by providing new perspectives and suggestions for future research.
- Clarity and Coherence: The manuscript should be well-structured, clearly written, and follow the journal's format and style guidelines.
Manuscript Structure and Guidelines
Manuscripts should adhere to the general structure of academic review articles, including the following sections:
- Title: Clear and concise, reflecting the main content and contribution of the article.
- Abstract: A summary of up to 250 words briefly describing the objective, approach, main findings, and conclusions.
- Keywords: 4-6 keywords representing the main topics of the article.
- Introduction: Context of the study, review objectives, and relevance of the topic.
- Review Methodology: Description of the approach used to select and analyze the literature (especially important for systematic reviews and meta-analyses).
- Literature Review and Synthesis: Critical analysis and synthesis of findings from previous research.
- Critical Discussion: Interpretation of findings in the context of existing literature, identification of gaps, and suggestions for future research.
- Conclusions: Summary of main findings and study contributions.
- References: Complete list of all sources cited in the article, following the APA citation style.
Word Count and References
Review Papers should not exceed 9,000 words and 50 references (suggestion).
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