About the Journal

About the Journal

Information Systems Practice (INSyP) is a peer-reviewed, open-access research track published under Science for Humanity Press (SHP). The journal provides an international scholarly forum for the dissemination of high-quality research that advances the theory and practice of information systems across organizational, governmental, and community contexts.

INSyP is committed to publishing original research articles, systematic reviews, and applied case studies that demonstrate methodological rigor, theoretical contribution, and practical relevance. The journal emphasizes interdisciplinary perspectives and evidence-based approaches that address contemporary challenges in digital transformation, data-driven decision-making, and socio-technical systems.

Focus and Scope

The scope of INSyP includes, but is not limited to, the following areas:

  • Information systems design and development
  • Digital transformation and innovation management
  • Enterprise systems and business process integration
  • Data analytics and decision support systems
  • Information governance, privacy, and ethics
  • Human-centered computing and user experience
  • IT strategy, policy, and public sector information systems
  • Socio-technical impacts of emerging technologies

Open Access Policy

INSyP provides immediate open access to all published content on the principle that free and unrestricted access to research promotes a greater global exchange of knowledge. Readers are permitted to read, download, copy, distribute, print, search, or link to the full texts of articles without financial, legal, or technical barriers, other than those inseparable from gaining access to the internet itself.

Peer Review Process

All submissions to INSyP undergo a double-blind peer review process conducted by independent reviewers with relevant expertise. Editorial decisions are based on originality, academic contribution, methodological quality, clarity of presentation, and relevance to the journal’s aims and scope.

Copyright and Licensing

Authors retain the copyright of their work and grant INSyP the right of first publication. Articles are published under an open-access license that permits use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited and the authorship is acknowledged.

Sponsorship and Funding Disclosure

INSyP is published by Science for Humanity Press (SHP) as an independent, non-commercial academic publishing initiative. The journal does not receive direct funding from commercial entities that may influence editorial decisions. Any sponsorship, grants, or institutional support related to specific issues or articles will be transparently disclosed.

History of the Journal

INSyP was established as part of the SHP publication platform to address the growing need for scholarly research that bridges information systems theory and real-world practice. The journal aims to serve as a global forum for researchers and practitioners working at the intersection of technology, organizations, and society.

Privacy Statement

The names and email addresses entered in this journal site will be used exclusively for the stated purposes of INSyP and will not be made available for any other purpose or to any other party. The journal is committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of authors, reviewers, and readers in accordance with applicable data protection regulations.

Archiving Policy

INSyP utilizes digital preservation services and supports participation in distributed archiving systems such as LOCKSS and CLOCKSS to ensure the long-term preservation and accessibility of published content. This allows libraries and institutions to maintain permanent archives of the journal’s materials.