Submissions

Author Guidelines

Authors are invited to make a submission to this journal. 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.

Submission Preparation Checklist

All submissions must meet the following requirements.

This submission meets the requirements outlined in the 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.

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Privacy Statement

GIMER: Global Insights in Management and Economic Research is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of all individuals who engage with the journal. This Privacy Statement outlines how we collect, use, and protect the personal data provided by authors, reviewers, and readers in accordance with relevant data protection regulations, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

1. Information We Collect

We collect personal data for the purpose of managing the journal's editorial and publication process. The types of personal data we may collect include:

Authors: Name, affiliation, email address, manuscript submission details, and any other information necessary for manuscript submission, review, and publication.
Reviewers: Name, affiliation, email address, and professional expertise to facilitate the peer review process.
Readers: We collect no personal information from readers accessing the journal, as GIMER is an open-access journal. However, we may collect general usage data to improve the website and reader experience, such as IP addresses, browser type, and time spent on the site.

2. How We Use Your Information

The personal data collected is used for the following purposes:

For Authors: To manage manuscript submissions, peer review, and publication. This includes communicating with authors regarding the status of their manuscripts and providing updates about the journal.
For Reviewers: To invite reviewers for manuscript evaluations, manage the peer review process, and communicate feedback to authors.
For Readers: To provide access to the published content, improve the user experience, and maintain the journal’s website.
For Administrative Purposes: To comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements.

3. Data Retention

We retain personal data for the duration necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined above. For example, authors’ data and manuscript records will be kept for as long as the journal is in operation and for a reasonable period afterward in case of any future need for re-publication, legal obligations, or historical record.

Authors and Reviewers: Your personal information will be retained for the duration of the manuscript's lifecycle (e.g., submission, review, and publication) and may be retained for a reasonable period afterward for historical purposes or potential future publication-related inquiries.

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

GIMER will not share your personal data with third parties without your consent, except in the following cases:

For the Purpose of Manuscript Processing: Personal data may be shared with other individuals or organizations involved in the manuscript submission, review, and publication process (e.g., reviewers, editors, publishers).
Legal Requirements: If required by law or necessary to protect our rights, we may disclose personal data to law enforcement, regulatory bodies, or in response to legal processes.

5. Security of Your Information

We take appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include encryption, secure servers, and access control procedures. However, please be aware that no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure, and while we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Rights

Under data protection laws, you have the following rights concerning your personal data:

Access: You can request access to the personal data we hold about you.
Rectification: You can request corrections to any inaccurate or incomplete personal data we hold.
Erasure: You can request that we erase your personal data in certain circumstances, such as when the data is no longer necessary for the purposes it was collected.
Objection: You can object to the processing of your personal data, particularly if we rely on legitimate interests as the basis for processing.
Data Portability: You can request a copy of your personal data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.
Withdrawal of Consent: If we are processing your personal data based on your consent, you can withdraw that consent at any time.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at [contact email]. We will respond to your request in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

7. Cookies

GIMER may use cookies to improve the functionality of the journal’s website. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us track website usage, preferences, and browsing patterns. You can control the use of cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of the journal's website.

8. Changes to This Privacy Statement

We may update this Privacy Statement periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When changes are made, the updated Privacy Statement will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. Please review this Privacy Statement regularly to stay informed about how we protect your information.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Statement or how we handle your personal data, please contact us at:

Email: editor.gimer@igiinsight.com
Address: Jl. Pinang, Desa Padang Mutung, Kec. Kampar, Kab. Kampar, Riau, Indonesia. 28461.