Knowledge and Information Systems An International Journal ISSN: 0219-1377 (printed version) ISSN: 0219-3116 (electronic version) by Springer

KAIS Journal Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for Authors

For Potential Authors

1. Q: I have a paper titled X, and I am wondering if it is suitable for Knowledge and Information Systems(KAIS)?

   A: KAIS submissions are expected to have a research contribution in either knowledge systems or advanced information systems. If X is relevant to one of the suggested topics in the Aims and Scope, and you think your paper has a clearly identified research contribution with possible comparative studies, you are welcome to go ahead and submit your paper; otherwise, you should try another forum.

2. Q: Does the journal require page charges on accepted papers for publication?

   A: No, no page charges are required for KAIS.

3. Q: How many papers does KAIS receive each year, and what is the acceptance rate?

   A: We receive around 580 new paper submissions each year, and our acceptance rate for regular paper submissions is about 20%.

4. Q: Are there any Word templates or style files available for paper submissions?

   A: No, and there is not such a need either. A paper submission prepared in Word can use any format (with no restrictions on spacing or font size), and once accepted, Springer will put the paper into the KAIS format.

   If you use LaTeX, you can give a try with the KAIS LaTeX template at www.cs.uvm.edu/~kais/LaTeX/. If you cannot get the specified style file to work correctly, you can use any common style file.

5. Q: The submission page at http://www.editorialmanager.com/kais/ does not work on my machine. Can I submit a paper by e-mail?

   A: No, KAIS takes submissions on the Web only, because the editors need more information than your paper files.

   When you cannot access the submission page, you should try a different machine (a university machine if possible), and if the problem remains, please email kais@cs.uvm.edu for help (without attaching your paper files).

6. Q: What is the word limit for a paper submission?

   A: Regular papers should be limited to 15,000 words, and short papers should be within 5,000 words. A full-page figure or table counts as 500 words.

7. Q: I have a paper recently published at a conference. Can I submit a substantially extended version of this paper for KAIS?

   A: Yes, substantially extended versions of conference papers (with at least 30% new materials) are invited for KAIS submissions. It is required that you include a statement of extensions at the beginning of your paper submission (or in the Additional Remarks of your web submission); otherwise, your journal submission may be rejected as a double submission.

8. Q: How long does it take for the authors to receive a decision on their paper submission?

   A: We have a target turnaround time of 3 months. However, although we have been able to get back to the authors within 3 months for the vast majority of our paper submissions, this target turnaround time is NOT a guarantee for every paper. From time to time, we need more time to find good reviewers to provide quality review reports.

9. Q: What is the difference in the review process for different versions (print version vs. electronic version) of the journal?

   A: There is no difference between the print version and electronic version in terms of the review process. Accepted papers are printed in both electronic and print versions.

   For Accepted Papers

10. Q: Does KAIS have any additional style files for the final manuscript preparation?

    A: Give it a try at www.cs.uvm.edu/~kais/LaTeX/. If you cannot get the specified style file to work correctly with your final paper, you can use any common style file.

11. Q: Who is the person to contact for the confirmation of receipt of the final manuscript after its online submission?

    A: Srilakshmi Patrudu at Springer (srilakshmi.patrudu@springer.com).

12. Q: I cannot upload all source files with a PDF version of the final manuscript onto the KAIS submission system. Should I email everything to the Editor-in-Chief?

    A: No, the Editor-in-Chief cannot upload your files on your behalf. Please e-mail your uploading problem with all relevant details to Srilakshmi Patrudu at Springer (srilakshmi.patrudu@springer.com).

13. Q: When will my paper be published in the hard copy of the journal?

    A: After your final manuscript is received, Springer will contact with you by e-mail with page proofs. As soon as the page proofs are verified by you and the typesetter, your paper will be published at OnlineFirst on Springer's LINK server.

    Only after the OnlineFirst publication, your paper enters the publication queue for a forthcoming issue in the hard copy. Please check on the journal website at (http://www.cs.uvm.edu/~kais/ under the Tables of Contents link) to see whether your paper has been published already. If not, you can check at http://www.cs.uvm.edu/~kais/Schedules/ to see whether your paper has been scheduled for a print issue. A publication decision on any paper, once made, is announced at this Schedules page. The Editor-in-Chief does not have any additional information to provide in this regard.