The Journal of Performance Management (JPM) is committed to maintaining the highest standards of scholarly publishing through a rigorous and transparent Single-Blind Peer Review process. Under this model, reviewers are aware of the identity of the authors, while authors do not know the identity of the reviewers.
The peer-review process is designed to ensure the quality, originality, validity, and academic contribution of all manuscripts submitted to the journal.
Upon submission, each manuscript undergoes an initial assessment by the Editor-in-Chief or an assigned editor to determine:
Manuscripts that do not meet the journal’s minimum requirements may be rejected without external review.
Manuscripts passing the initial screening are sent to at least two independent expert reviewers in the relevant field.
During the review process:
The journal strives to ensure a fair, unbiased, and timely review process.
Reviewers assess manuscripts based on:
Based on reviewer reports, the editor may make one of the following decisions:
Authors receiving revision requests are expected to submit a revised manuscript together with a detailed response to reviewers’ comments.
The journal aims to complete the review process within the following timeframe:
| Stage | Estimated Time |
|---|---|
| Initial Editorial Screening | 1–2 Weeks |
| Peer Review | 4–6 Weeks |
| Author Revisions | 2–4 Weeks |
| Final Decision | 1–2 Weeks |
Actual review times may vary depending on reviewer availability and manuscript complexity.
All manuscripts and review reports are treated as confidential documents.
Reviewers must not:
Editors are responsible for protecting the confidentiality of both authors and reviewers.
Reviewers and editors must disclose any actual or potential conflicts of interest that could affect their objectivity.
Individuals with conflicts of interest may be excluded from the review or decision-making process.
If plagiarism, duplicate publication, data fabrication, falsification, citation manipulation, or other forms of research misconduct are suspected, the journal will investigate the matter in accordance with established publication ethics procedures.
Appropriate actions may include:
The Journal of Performance Management is dedicated to ensuring that all published articles meet high standards of academic excellence, research integrity, and professional relevance. The peer-review process serves as a critical mechanism for maintaining the quality and credibility of the journal and the scholarly record.
