Buyer’s Guide: Purchasing Submission Management Software for Your Organization

Today's submitters have high expectations when it comes to the online submission process. If they can't get their information to you quickly and easily, they may not complete their submission at all. It's easy to see the value in quality submission software, but making that final product choice can be difficult.

Understanding the key aspects of quality software for your organization will help you evaluate options carefully. This document outlines important points to consider when researching submission management software and suggests questions to ask when vetting potential solutions. Check out the cheat sheet at the end for an all-in-one, easy-to-print checklist of those questions. And go into your next meeting confident you're asking the right questions and making an informed choice.

Submission management software can go a long way toward simplifying your submission and review process. Before you buy, though, be sure to go through this checklist of important questions to help you evaluate your options and make the right choice. It can also help in associating your publication with intuitive, modern technology attracting professional, high-quality submitters who appreciate the convenience of a digital interface. It can also make your opportunity more widely accessible, increasing the diversity of submissions and making the process more equitable.


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