The role of the editor-in-chief is undergoing a profound transformation. For societies and publishers, selecting the right EIC is a critical step that can shape the trajectory of the journal and determine its future influence.
AI is still very much a hot topic, but with the European Accessibility Act deadline, second Trump administration, growing research fraud, and misuse of technology, there is a whole new slate of issues for publishers to think about.
In years to come, 2024 will likely be remembered as the year Artificial Intelligence truly exploded in academic publishing—a defining period that saw the industry move beyond the “experimental phase” and start to implement the technology available to boldly reshape its future.
The 2024 KGL Accucoms Librarian Survey Report highlights how librarians play a critical role in connecting authors with publishers.
Though the original idea for OA was simple, there remain significant challenges in changing the structure of an entire industry, particularly one as far-reaching as scholarly publishing.
Megan discusses her new role, the challenges associations are facing, her proudest achievements in the field, and helping to make an impact on research and policy.
Across academic publishing there is a growing consensus that paper mills—illegal, profit-driven organizations that produce and sell fraudulent manuscripts—have become the most serious threat to research integrity and the credibility of the industry.
The last decade has not been smooth sailing for the humanities and social sciences publishing sector. Is Open Access the future?
KGL Accucoms explores essential questions that can inform publishers’ sales and marketing strategies.
