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Author Guidelines

Authors are invited to make a submission to Open Access Cases (OAC). All submissions will be assessed by an editor to determine whether they meet the aims and scope of this journal. Those considered to be a good fit will be sent for peer review before determining whether they will be accepted or rejected.

Before making a submission, authors are responsible for obtaining permission to publish any material included with the submission, such as photos, documents and datasets. All authors identified on the submission must consent to be identified as an author. Where appropriate, research should be approved by an appropriate ethics committee in accordance with the legal requirements of the study's country.

An editor may desk reject a submission if it does not meet minimum standards of quality. Before submitting, please ensure that the study design and research argument are structured and articulated properly. The title should be concise and the abstract should be able to stand on its own. This will increase the likelihood of reviewers agreeing to review the paper. When you're satisfied that your submission meets this standard, please follow the checklist below to prepare your submission.

NOTE 1: At OAC, no fees are associated with processing submissions. This means that authors are not charged for submitting, reviewing, or publishing their work. The platform ensures that all content is made available without any financial barriers for contributors, fostering open access and promoting the free exchange of knowledge. Authors can submit their articles without concern for additional costs, allowing for a seamless and cost-free publication experience.

NOTE 2: OAC enforces a strict policy requiring authors to have no direct connections—whether financial or non-financial—to the entities featured in case studies, research articles, commentaries & reviews, or industry application notes. This policy ensures that all content remains objective, impartial, and free from any external influence.

Submission Preparation Checklist

All submissions must meet the following requirements.

  • This submission meets the requirements outlined in the above-mentioned Author Guidelines. 
  • This submission has not been previously published, nor is it before another journal for consideration.
  • All references have been checked for accuracy and completeness.
  • All tables and figures have been numbered and labeled.
  • Permission has been obtained to publish all photos, datasets and other material provided with this submission.
  • Appropriately declare no conflict of interest in the preparation and submission of this work.

Cases

The core section where detailed, real-world case studies from various disciplines are published. Each case study should include background information, methodology, data, analysis, and conclusions.

Research Articles

In-depth studies or articles that explore specific topics, trends, or emerging issues in the field of case study research.

Commentaries & Reviews

Expert opinions, critiques, or reviews of selected case studies, offering deeper insights, alternative perspectives, or updated information on certain topics.

Industry Applications Notes

Industry Application Notes (IAN) focused specifically on industry sectors such as healthcare, education, technology, business, and government, highlighting real-world applications and solutions.

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