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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.
  • Originality and publication status. Not previously published or under review elsewhere. Any preprint in an indexed repository (arXiv, SSRN, SocArXiv) is disclosed in the cover letter with its DOI/URL.
  • Manuscript format and blind-review preparation. Two files are submitted using the official templates: an anonymized main document (Blind Review Template) and a separate Title Page. APA 7th edition. Word metadata stripped; self-references rephrased in third person.
  • Authorship — identity, contribution, and accountability. All authors made a verifiable contribution declared in CRediT. Each author provides a valid ORCID iD, institutional email, and complete affiliation. The Contributors list in the submission form matches exactly the one declared in the attached Title Page document. The Editorial Board may audit authorship.
  • Language rigor and responsible use of AI. Manuscript in academic English of publication quality. Any use of Generative AI or LLMs is explicitly declared in the AI Use Disclosure section of the Title Page. Authors retain full responsibility; residual prompts, hallucinations, and rhetorical inflation have been removed.
  • Bibliographic veracity and DOI integrity. All citations are real, verifiable, and accurately support the text. Every DOI resolves to the specific work cited. No ghost or orphan references. Retracted sources are flagged in-text.
  • Document technical integrity (anti-obfuscation). Files are free of obfuscation techniques: invisible characters, zero-width separators, white-on-white text, manipulated metadata, prompt injection, or homoglyph substitution. Detection results in immediate desk rejection without resubmission.
  • Practical implications and scope alignment. The manuscript fits JOTMI's scope and includes a dedicated section discussing practical implications for industry, policymakers, or practitioners, with attention to the Latin American region.
  • Research ethics, funding, and competing interests. For research with human subjects: ethics committee approval (number and date) stated in Methods; informed consent obtained; data protection law respected. Funding sources and competing interests are declared in dedicated sections.
  • Data availability and supplementary materials. Includes a Data Availability Statement. Where possible, datasets are deposited in a recognized repository (Zenodo, OSF, Mendeley Data) with DOI cited. Supplementary materials are labeled, referenced in-text, and uploaded as separate files.
  • Integrity Protocol and legal consent. We have read and accept the JOTMI Integrity Protocol and Extended Retraction Policy. The submission is subject to forensic auditing throughout its lifecycle, including post-publication. The Editorial Board holds final authority to issue a retractum for confirmed fraud, obfuscation, or ethical breach.

Author Guidelines

1. Language and submission channel

Since December 2024, JOTMI accepts manuscripts written exclusively in English. Either American or British English spelling is acceptable, provided it is used consistently throughout the manuscript.

All submissions must be made through the JOTMI Submissions platform. Manuscripts sent by email will not be considered. The entire process — submission, tracking, editorial communication, peer review — is conducted exclusively through the online platform. Registration and login are required.

2. Manuscript types

JOTMI publishes three types of manuscripts. Select the type before writing and follow the length and reference limits for that category. Word counts exclude abstract, tables, figures, captions, and references.

Type Length References Scope
Research Article 5,000–8,000 words 10–40 (typical ~30) Original empirical, theoretical or methodological study
Case Study 4,000–6,000 words up to 30 In-depth analysis of a real-world innovation context, linking theory and practice
Review Paper up to 9,000 words up to 50 Critical synthesis: narrative, systematic or meta-analytic

3. Required submission documents

Each submission comprises two separate Word documents:

3.1 Title Page

All author-identifying information goes here. Download: JOTMI Title Page Template (.docx)

Must include:

  • Full title of the article (≤ 15 words)
  • Author details: full names, institutional affiliations, postal addresses, institutional emails, ORCID IDs
  • Designation of the corresponding author
  • Abstract (150–250 words)
  • Keywords (4–6, separated by semicolons)
  • Brief biographical notes per author (~50–75 words, optional)
  • CRediT contribution table (see section 8)
  • Declaration on the use of Artificial Intelligence (see section 9)

3.2 Document for Blind Peer Review

Fully anonymized manuscript body. Download: JOTMI Anonymous Manuscript Template (.docx)

Must not contain any author-identifying information in text, references, acknowledgements, or file metadata.

Anonymization checklist — remove or neutralize:

  • Author names, affiliations and ORCIDs (these go only in the Title Page)
  • Acknowledgements, funding statements naming specific grants, and dedication notes
  • Self-citations written in a way that reveals authorship (e.g., "in our previous work, Smith & Lee (2022)…") — replace with neutral phrasing ("prior work (Smith & Lee, 2022)")
  • Institutional logos, watermarks, IRB approval numbers that reveal institution, internal document codes
  • Document metadata: File → Info → Inspect Document → Remove all personal information and hidden properties

Failure to anonymize may result in desk rejection or delay in the review process.

4. General formatting

Item Requirement
File format Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx)
Font STIX Two Text 11 pt (recommended — available free at stixfonts.org; Word falls back to Cambria if not installed). Times New Roman 12 pt is also acceptable.
Spacing Double-spaced throughout, including references
Margins 1 inch (2.54 cm) on all four sides
Page numbers Bottom-center, consecutive, from page 1
Line numbering Continuous, left margin (strongly recommended — enables reviewers to reference specific lines)

5. Manuscript structure

Structure the blinded manuscript as follows.

Abstract (150–250 words)

Unstructured single paragraph. No citations, no abbreviations. Must state: (a) objective and research question; (b) methods; (c) key findings; (d) conclusions and implications.

Keywords

4–6 keywords, separated by semicolons.

1. Introduction

Background and justification; research gap; objectives and research questions. Expected length: 500–800 words.

2. Literature Review

Review of prior work; identification of gaps the present study addresses. Expected length: 800–1,500 words.

3. Methodology

Research design; sample and selection criteria; data collection procedures; analytical methods; validity, reliability, and ethical approval. Expected length: 800–1,200 words.

4. Results

Findings presented logically, following the research questions. Tables and figures embedded inline and referenced in the text. Expected length: 800–1,500 words.

5. Discussion

Interpretation relative to the literature; theoretical and practical implications; limitations; future research directions. Expected length: 800–1,500 words.

6. Conclusions

Summary of main findings; contribution to the field. Expected length: 300–500 words.

Acknowledgements (optional)

Added only in the final accepted version. The anonymized submission must not contain this section.

References

APA 7 format. See section 7.

Appendices

Use only if essential. Label clearly (Appendix A, Appendix B, …).

6. Tables and figures

  • Placement: embed inline at the appropriate point in the text — not bundled at the end, not submitted as separate files.
  • Numbering: number consecutively (Table 1, Table 2, Figure 1, Figure 2…).
  • Captions: table titles go above the table ("Table 1. Descriptive statistics…"); figure captions go below the figure ("Figure 1. Conceptual framework…"). Every table and figure must be referenced in the text before it appears ("as shown in Table 1", "see Figure 1").
  • Table formatting (APA 7): horizontal rules only — a thick top rule, a thin rule under the header row, and a thick bottom rule. No vertical lines and no side borders. Numerical columns right-aligned.
  • Figure quality: minimum 300 DPI for raster images (PNG, JPEG, TIFF). Vector formats (SVG, EPS, PDF) strongly preferred for diagrams and charts.
  • Reproduction rights: for figures or tables reused from prior publications, the corresponding author must obtain and document the necessary permissions, and include the credit line in the caption.

7. References and bibliographic management

7.1 Citation style

Use APA 7th edition for in-text citations and the reference list. Do not mix styles within a single manuscript. The authoritative reference is the APA Style website.

7.2 DOIs and persistent identifiers

Every reference that has a DOI must include it, formatted as a full URL: https://doi.org/10.xxxx/xxxxx. For sources without a DOI (older books, grey literature), include a persistent URL or archival identifier: Handle, arXiv ID, ISBN.

7.3 Number of references

  • Research Articles: 10–40 (typical around 30)
  • Case Studies: up to 30
  • Review Papers: up to 50

Principle of parsimony. Include only references that are strictly necessary. Every entry in the reference list must be cited in the body, and every citation in the body must map to one entry (1-to-1 correspondence). Inflated bibliographies are disfavored by reviewers; parsimony is an indicator of scholarly rigour, not laziness.

7.4 Bibliographic management (recommended)

JOTMI strongly recommends using a reference management tool to build and format the bibliography. Manual reference lists are prone to formatting errors, broken DOIs, and citation–reference mismatches — all of which slow review and increase desk-reject risk.

  • Zotero — free, open source, multi-platform. Native APA 7 styles, browser capture, Word/LibreOffice plug-ins. Best default for most authors.
  • Mendeley Reference Manager — free, cloud-synced, strong PDF annotation, Word integration.
  • EndNote (Clarivate) — commercial, institutional license common in universities. Large style library, deep Word integration, advanced searching.
  • JabRef — free, open source, BibTeX/BibLaTeX native. Preferred for LaTeX workflows; exports to Word-compatible formats.
  • Paperpile — commercial, cloud-native, tightly integrated with Google Docs and Google Scholar. Good for collaborative writing.
  • Additional options: Citavi, RefWorks, Papers.

7.5 Integrity rules

  • Verify every citation at source. Do not rely on second-hand citations, AI-generated reference suggestions, or auto-populated metadata without validation. Open the DOI and confirm authors, year, title, journal, and pages.
  • No predatory or retracted sources. Do not cite journals listed in Cabells' Predatory Reports or publishers on Beall's list successors. Do not cite papers flagged on Retraction Watch. Citations of retracted work without explicit discussion of the retraction will be treated as an integrity concern.

7.6 Reference examples (APA 7)

Journal article

Cohen, W. M., & Levinthal, D. A. (1990). Absorptive capacity: A new perspective on learning and innovation. Administrative Science Quarterly, 35(1), 128–152. https://doi.org/10.2307/2393553

Book

Anthony, S. D. (2017). The little black book of innovation with a new preface: How it works, how to do it. Harvard Business Review Press.

Book chapter

Teece, D. J. (2018). Dynamic capabilities. In M. Augier & D. J. Teece (Eds.), The Palgrave encyclopedia of strategic management (pp. 415–421). Palgrave Macmillan. https://doi.org/10.1057/978-1-137-00772-8_689

Conference proceedings

Wang, J., Wang, Z., Yu, J., Kahkoska, A. R., Buse, J. B., & Gu, Z. (2020). Glucose-responsive insulin and delivery systems: Innovation and translation. In Proceedings of the Annual Conference on Advanced Materials (pp. 100–110). Advanced Materials Society.

8. Contributor Roles Taxonomy (CRediT)

Specify each author's contribution using the 14 official CRediT roles: Conceptualization; Methodology; Software; Validation; Formal analysis; Investigation; Resources; Data curation; Writing – Original Draft; Writing – Review & Editing; Visualization; Supervision; Project administration; Funding acquisition.

The CRediT table is completed on the Title Page, not in the blinded manuscript.

9. Declaration on the Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

JOTMI recognizes AI as a legitimate catalyst for scientific excellence and actively encourages its responsible use in the preparation of manuscripts. The use of Generative AI or Large Language Models (LLMs) is not grounds for rejection or penalization.

The only non-negotiable requirement is transparency: authors must declare how and for what purposes AI was used, and retain full and exclusive responsibility for the scientific accuracy, empirical rigour, and parsimony of the final manuscript.

The AI Declaration is completed on the Title Page template. It includes:

  • Disclosure (yes/no)
  • Structured disclosure of tool(s), version(s), purpose, tasks performed, sections affected, and human oversight
  • A narrative statement of approximately 75–150 words
  • The authors' responsibility acknowledgment

AI systems cannot be listed as authors. Undisclosed AI use, fabricated content, hallucinated citations, ghost references, or any attempt at technical obfuscation will trigger the JOTMI Publication Integrity Protocol and Extended Retraction Policy.

10. Anonymization for blind peer review

The manuscript must contain no identifying information about the authors — in the text, references, acknowledgements, or file properties. Use the Anonymous Manuscript Template (see section 3.2) and its anonymization checklist to ensure compliance.

11. Submission checklist

Before submitting, verify:

  • Manuscript written in English, consistently American or British
  • Two Word files prepared: Title Page + Anonymous Manuscript
  • Manuscript type selected (Research Article / Case Study / Review Paper) and length and reference limits respected
  • Double-spaced, 1-inch margins, page numbers, line numbering
  • Abstract 150–250 words; 4–6 keywords
  • All tables and figures embedded inline with proper captions; figures at 300 DPI or higher
  • APA 7 references; DOIs included for every source that has one; parsimonious list
  • CRediT table completed on the Title Page
  • AI Declaration completed on the Title Page
  • Blind manuscript fully anonymized (text, references, metadata)
  • Submission made via the JOTMI online platform (not by email)

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:

  1. Originality: The work must be original and unpublished, not having been previously published or under consideration in other journals.
  2. Relevance: The topic addressed must be relevant and of interest to the academic and professional community of innovation management.
  3. Methodological Rigor: A high level of methodological rigor and critical analysis is expected in the presented research.
  4. Contribution: The article must make a significant contribution to existing knowledge, either through the development of new theories, innovative practices, or novel methodologies.
  5. 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:

  1. Title: Clear and concise, reflecting the main content and contribution of the article.
  2. Abstract: A summary of up to 250 words briefly describing the objective, methodology, main results, and conclusions.
  3. Keywords: 4-6 keywords representing the main topics of the article.
  4. Introduction: Context of the study, research problem, objectives, and relevance of the work.
  5. Literature Review: Critical analysis of existing literature, identifying gaps and justifying the need for the study.
  6. Methodology: Detailed description of the research design, data collection and analysis methods, and justification of methodological choices.
  7. Results: Clear and concise presentation of findings, supported by tables and figures when necessary.
  8. Discussion: Interpretation of results in the context of existing literature, theoretical and practical implications, and study limitations.
  9. Conclusions: Summary of main findings, study contributions, and suggestions for future research.
  10. 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:

  1. Practical Relevance: The case study must address a relevant topic of interest to the academic and professional community of innovation management.
  2. Analytical Rigor: A high level of critical analysis and reflection on the presented facts is expected.
  3. Contribution: The article must offer valuable insights and practical lessons that can be applied in other contexts.
  4. Clarity and Coherence: The manuscript should be well-structured, clearly written, and follow the journal's format and style guidelines.
  5. 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:

  1. Title: Clear and concise, reflecting the main content and contribution of the article.
  2. Abstract: A summary of up to 250 words briefly describing the objective, context, main findings, and conclusions.
  3. Keywords: 4-6 keywords representing the main topics of the article.
  4. Introduction: Context of the study, objectives, and relevance of the analyzed case.
  5. Case Context: Detailed description of the organizational context, including industry, environment, and involved actors.
  6. Methodology: Description of the approach and methods used to collect and analyze case information.
  7. Case Analysis: Detailed presentation of key events, decisions, processes, and outcomes of the case.
  8. Discussion: Interpretation of findings in the context of existing literature, theoretical and practical implications, and lessons learned.
  9. Conclusions: Summary of main findings, study contributions, and suggestions for future research and practice.
  10. 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:

  1. Comprehensiveness: The review must comprehensively cover the relevant literature on the topic.
  2. Relevance: The topic addressed must be pertinent and of interest to the academic and professional community of innovation management.
  3. Analytical Rigor: A high level of critical analysis and synthesis of the reviewed literature is expected.
  4. Contribution: The article must make a significant contribution to existing knowledge by providing new perspectives and suggestions for future research.
  5. 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:

  1. Title: Clear and concise, reflecting the main content and contribution of the article.
  2. Abstract: A summary of up to 250 words briefly describing the objective, approach, main findings, and conclusions.
  3. Keywords: 4-6 keywords representing the main topics of the article.
  4. Introduction: Context of the study, review objectives, and relevance of the topic.
  5. Review Methodology: Description of the approach used to select and analyze the literature (especially important for systematic reviews and meta-analyses).
  6. Literature Review and Synthesis: Critical analysis and synthesis of findings from previous research.
  7. Critical Discussion: Interpretation of findings in the context of existing literature, identification of gaps, and suggestions for future research.
  8. Conclusions: Summary of main findings and study contributions.
  9. 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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