Confmeets provides a secure online manuscript tracking system that allows authors, editors, and reviewers to monitor and manage submissions throughout the editorial and publication process.

Authors can use the Editorial Tracking Platform to submit manuscripts, track review progress, respond to editorial requests, upload revised files, and receive important notifications regarding the status of their submissions.

Our goal is to provide a transparent, efficient, and author-friendly publication experience while maintaining the highest standards of scholarly peer review.

Editorial Tracking Platform

The Confmeets Editorial Tracking System enables registered users to access real-time information regarding manuscript progress.

Through the platform, authors can:

• Submit new manuscripts.
• Receive a unique manuscript identification number.
• Monitor editorial and peer-review progress.
• Upload revised versions of manuscripts.
• Access editorial communications.
• Receive status updates and notifications.
• Review decision letters and reviewer comments.
• Track publication progress after acceptance.

Authors are encouraged to retain their manuscript identification number for future correspondence and tracking purposes.

Manuscript Processing Workflow

Every submission follows a structured editorial workflow designed to ensure scientific quality, ethical compliance, and timely publication.

Step 1: Manuscript Submission

Authors submit their manuscript through the Editorial Tracking System along with all required supporting documents.

Step 2: Initial Quality Assessment

The Editorial Office conducts preliminary checks to verify:

• Journal scope suitability.
• Manuscript completeness.
• Formatting compliance.
• Ethical declarations.
• Plagiarism screening.
• Required documentation.

Manuscripts requiring corrections may be returned to authors before peer review.

Step 3: Editorial Evaluation

The Editor-in-Chief or assigned Section Editor evaluates the submission for scientific relevance, originality, and suitability for external review.

Step 4: Peer Review

Eligible manuscripts are assigned to qualified independent reviewers with expertise relevant to the subject area.

Reviewers evaluate:

• Scientific merit.
• Methodological rigor.
• Originality.
• Ethical compliance.
• Clarity and presentation.
• Contribution to the field.

Step 5: Editorial Decision

Following peer review, the Handling Editor evaluates reports and makes an editorial recommendation. The Editor-in-Chief or a formally delegated independent editor authorized by the journal makes the final publication decision.

Step 6: Author Revision

Where revisions are requested, authors submit revised files and detailed responses to reviewer comments through the tracking platform.

Step 7: Final Evaluation

Revised manuscripts may undergo further editorial assessment or additional peer review before a final decision is reached.

Step 8: Acceptance

Accepted manuscripts proceed to production and publication preparation.

Step 9: Production and Proofing

Authors receive publication proofs for final review and approval.

Step 10: DOI Registration and Publication

Following final approval, the article is published online and assigned a DOI for permanent citation and accessibility.

Understanding Manuscript Status Updates

Authors may encounter various status messages while tracking their submissions.

• Submitted: The manuscript has been successfully received by the Editorial Office.
• Under Initial Review: Editorial staff is performing technical and quality checks.
• Editor Assigned: An editor has been assigned to evaluate the manuscript.
• Under Peer Review: The manuscript is being evaluated by external reviewers.
• Reviews Received: Reviewer reports have been submitted and are being assessed by the editor.
• Decision Pending: The Handling Editor is preparing a recommendation for the Editor-in-Chief or authorized independent editor.
• Minor Revision: Limited revisions are required before further consideration.
• Major Revision: Substantial revisions are required before the manuscript can proceed.
• Revised Submission Received: The revised manuscript has been successfully submitted and is under evaluation.
• Accepted: The manuscript has been formally accepted for publication.
• In Production: The manuscript is undergoing copyediting, typesetting, and proof preparation.
• Published: The final article has been published and is available online.

Editorial Decision Categories

Following peer review and editorial assessment, decisions are made to guide manuscript revision and publication.

• Accept: The manuscript is accepted for publication with no further scientific revisions required.
• Accept with Minor Revisions: Minor corrections or clarifications are required before publication.
• Major Revision: The manuscript shows scientific merit but requires substantial revisions before reconsideration.
• Revise and Resubmit: A new version of the manuscript may be submitted after significant improvements.
• Reject: The manuscript does not meet the journal's requirements for publication in its current form.

Editorial decisions are based on scientific quality, originality, methodological soundness, ethical compliance, and relevance to the journal.

Responding to Revision Requests

When revisions are requested, authors should submit:

• Clean Revised Manuscript: A final revised version incorporating all changes.
• Tracked-Changes Version: A version highlighting all modifications made during revision.
• Response to Reviewers: A detailed point-by-point response addressing each reviewer comment.

Providing thorough revision documentation helps facilitate efficient reassessment.

Typical Processing Timeline

While processing times may vary depending on the subject area and reviewer availability, the editorial workflow generally includes:

• Initial Quality Check: 2–5 Days
• Editorial Assessment: 3–7 Days
• Peer Review: 2–4 Weeks
• Author Revision: Depends on Author Response
• Final Decision: 1–2 Weeks
• Production and Publication: 1–2 Weeks

Authors can monitor progress at any time through the Editorial Tracking System.

Commitment to Transparency

Confmeets is committed to maintaining transparency throughout the editorial process.

Authors receive timely notifications regarding:

• Submission confirmation.
• Reviewer invitations and progress.
• Editorial decisions.
• Revision requests.
• Acceptance notifications.
• Proof review requests.
• Publication updates.

Our editorial team strives to provide clear communication and efficient processing at every stage.

Need Assistance?

If you experience difficulties accessing the tracking platform or have questions regarding manuscript status, editorial procedures, or publication timelines, please contact the Editorial Office.

The Confmeets team is committed to supporting authors throughout the submission, review, and publication process.