Digital Transformation Collection

This article makes the case for applying systems thinking to submission and peer review systems (SPRSs) in journals publishing. It argues that the evolving landscape of publishing necessitates a new way of thinking about these fundamental systems. The piece encourages publishers to reconsider their approach to SPRSs, suggesting that systems thinking could revolutionize this critical part of the publishing workflow.

A thorough Request for Information (RFI) and Request for Proposal (RFP) process is crucial for selecting the best Marketing Technology (MarTech) tools. A well-executed RFI process enables organizations to make informed decisions, saving time and resources. Well-constructed RFIs ensure the best technology is selected and integrates seamlessly with the organization's current marketing technology stack as well as their envisioned future marketing technology capabilities. RFIs facilitate cross-functional alignment, marketing adoption, and business case realization, making them valuable investments.

In this interview, C&E's Colleen Scollans talks to change management expert Charlotte Talmage of Uuna about how scholarly publishers and societies can more effectively manage change.