Policy

This Archiving Policy outlines the procedures for preserving and providing access to "The Management Science Letter" (MSL) content. It ensures the long-term availability and accessibility of valuable research published in the journal, while respecting copyright and intellectual property rights.

II. Scope

This policy applies to all published content in MSL, including:

  • Research articles
  • Reviews
  • Editorials
  • Letters to the editor
  • Multimedia content (e.g., videos, datasets)

III. Archiving Procedures

  1. Digital Archiving:

    • All MSL content will be archived in a secure, redundant digital repository system. This system will be regularly backed up and maintained to ensure data integrity and accessibility.
    • Content will be archived in a standard, open-access format (e.g., PDF/A, XML) to guarantee long-term readability and compatibility with future technologies.
    • Metadata, including author information, keywords, and publication dates, will be associated with each archived item to facilitate search and retrieval.

  2. National and International Archives:

    • MSL will deposit a copy of its complete archive in at least one national library and one international archive dedicated to scientific publications.
    • This ensures long-term preservation and accessibility beyond the control of the journal itself.

  3. Open Access Policy:

    • MSL will adhere to its open access policy, which will determine the embargo period (if any) before content becomes freely available online.
    • Open access ensures wider dissemination of research findings and promotes knowledge sharing within the scientific community.

IV. Access and Preservation

  • Access to archived content will be governed by the terms of use and licensing agreements of MSL.
  • The journal will regularly review and update its archiving procedures to ensure compliance with best practices and technological advancements.
  • MSL will work with archiving institutions to ensure the long-term preservation and accessibility of its content.

V. Copyright and Intellectual Property

  • The copyright of all MSL content remains with the authors or their institutions.
  • Archiving does not affect the copyright ownership or any other intellectual property rights associated with the content.
  • Users are responsible for respecting copyright and intellectual property rights when accessing and using archived content.

VI. Review and Revision

This Archiving Policy will be reviewed and revised periodically to reflect changes in technology, best practices, and the journal's open access policy.