OJSPlus Services

1. Installation and Initial Configuration

Our OJSPlus service begins with the complete installation and initial configuration of OJS, ensuring a smooth and stable start for your journal platform. We handle everything from server configuration to software setup, tailoring the platform to meet your specific requirements. Our team works closely with you to determine your journal’s needs, optimizing site settings, security protocols, and administrative configurations from the outset.

Benefits:

• Ensures a fully functional, stable, and secure journal system from day one.
• Customized configuration that aligns with your institution’s publishing requirements and standards.

2. Custom Programming and Development

With OJSPlus, customization is at the core. Our expert programming team specializes in creating tailored solutions for OJS, from adjusting the manuscript tracking system and enhancing editorial workflows to integrating third-party applications. We leverage PHP and MySQL to deliver modifications that enhance system usability and performance, ensuring your journal management system functions precisely as you envision.

Our Programming Services Include:

• Editorial and Workflow Customization: Tailor editorial and workflow processes in OJS to align with your specific journal requirements, enhancing operational efficiency and user experience.
• Manuscript Tracking System Modifications: Customize the tracking system to streamline submissions, reviews, and editorial decisions, providing a more cohesive and user-friendly experience.
• New Plug-In Development: Expand OJS capabilities with custom plugins that add new features to the platform, accommodating the unique needs of your journal.
• API Integration: Integrate OJS with third-party applications, enabling seamless data exchange and functionality with tools such as ORCID, CrossRef, and iThenticate.
• Server-Side Development and Database Optimization: Improve OJS’s performance through advanced server-side programming and MySQL database enhancements, supporting efficient data management and system scalability.
• Code Maintenance and Debugging: Receive ongoing code support to keep your customizations up-to-date, compatible with new OJS releases, and free from technical issues.

Benefits:

• Fully customized OJS system that aligns with your specific publishing needs.
• Enhanced functionality and performance for efficient journal management.
• Ability to integrate essential third-party tools for streamlined operations.

3. Personalized Training

To ensure your team is fully equipped to use OJS, OJSPlus offers a comprehensive, hands-on training program. Our training sessions are tailored to meet the needs of journal managers, editors, and other team members, covering essential functions and advanced features of the platform. Delivered in an accessible, step-by-step format, our training enables your team to operate OJS confidently and effectively.

Our Training Modules Include:

• OJS Site and Journal Management: Learn to navigate and configure site-wide settings and journal operations, including user roles and permissions.
• Setting Up and Managing New Journals: Gain a thorough understanding of how to create and manage a new journal, from setup to configuring submission and review workflows.
• Customizing the Look and Feel: Discover how to personalize your journal’s visual identity, aligning it with your branding using layout and theme customization.
• Editorial and Peer Review Processes: Master the steps of the peer-review process, including assigning roles, managing submissions, and tracking reviewer feedback.
• Publishing Journal Issues: Develop practical knowledge of creating, editing, and publishing journal issues, including managing metadata and content organization.

Benefits:

• Builds confidence and proficiency in using OJS for journal management.
• Provides practical, hands-on experience, ensuring readiness to handle real-world scenarios.
• Training is tailored to accommodate team members’ varying levels of familiarity with OJS.

4. OJS Hosting Plans

OJSPlus offers tailored hosting solutions designed to meet the needs of various publishing scales, from small journals to large institutions. Our hosting plans prioritize performance, security, and stability, ensuring your OJS installation runs smoothly at all times. With OJSPlus hosting, your platform is backed by reliable infrastructure and regular updates, freeing you to focus on your publishing goals without worrying about technical issues.

Our Hosting Plans Include:

• OJS Enterprise Plan: Ideal for institutions with extensive publishing needs, this plan includes advanced features such as SSH and MySQL access, CrossRef integration, ORCID support, and extended training.
• OJS Professional Plan: This plan provides essential support and hosting, including standalone installation, theme options, and integration with popular plugins like ORCID and iThenticate.

Benefits:

• Reliable, secure hosting optimized for OJS.
• Access to advanced features and integrations that enhance journal management.
• Freedom from the technical aspects of hosting, allowing you to focus on content and publication.

5. Comprehensive Support and Maintenance

Ensuring optimal performance and security of your OJS system requires ongoing attention. OJSPlus offers dedicated support and maintenance services to keep your platform updated, secure, and functional. From routine upgrades to troubleshooting and security monitoring, our team proactively manages your OJS system’s technical needs, providing peace of mind and allowing your team to focus on managing content.

Key Support Features:

• Regular Updates: OJSPlus ensures your installation stays up-to-date with the latest features, security patches, and compatibility upgrades.
• Backup and Disaster Recovery: We perform regular backups of your OJS data and files, allowing for quick recovery in case of data loss or system failure.
• Advanced Security Monitoring: Robust security protocols and continuous monitoring protect your OJS system from cyber threats and unauthorized access.
• Troubleshooting and Technical Support: Our team is available to resolve technical issues quickly and effectively, ensuring minimal disruption to your publishing activities.
• Site Audits: Regular audits help identify potential areas for improvement, with recommendations to optimize your OJS system’s performance.

Benefits:

• Reliable support for a secure and smoothly functioning OJS system.
• Regular updates and proactive maintenance for long-term stability.
• Peace of mind, knowing your platform is protected and well-maintained.