AI Solution Streamlines Editorial Process for CACTUS in Collaboration with Taylor & Francis
Going All In with Preflight for Editorial Desk: Redefining Academic Journal Editing
It's high time for a major overhaul in academic journal editing, and CACTUS Communications' latest offering, Preflight for Editorial Desk, is ready to take the wheel! This powerhouse platform, partnered with Taylor & Francis, aims to revolutionize journal editorial workflows with a robust hybrid (AI + human) manuscript checker.
Preflight for Editorial Desk isn't just another tool in the box - it's a comprehensive manuscript defense system, guarding journals against compromised manuscript submissions. The solution, born from millions of published scholarly articles, boasts AI capabilities tailored to assist academic publishers and journal editors. It's got 35 categories of checks that zero in on three crucial areas: research integrity, language quality, and technical compliance. The game-changer delivers a comprehensive report in minutes, helping editors to suss out shady submissions in the blink of an eye.
As a trusted partner to top-tier publishers and societies, CACTUS has always been a frontrunner in developing publishing solutions. Meanwhile, Taylor & Francis has been swiftly integrating AI to push editorial processes into the future. This strategic alliance serves as a testament to their common commitment to AI-infused scholarly publishing.
Nishchay Shah, CACTUS's Chief Technology Officer, is over the moon about the progress made with Taylor & Francis. He shared, "Our collaboration in 2023 has honed our offerings, spotlighting areas where our technology can make an impact. I'm proud of a team that's making significant contributions to the academic community and the wider industry."
In 2023, Preflight for Editorial Desk and the Cactus Language Checker are set to become staples in all Taylor & Francis journals. By simplifying the lengthy manuscript evaluation and review process, these tools arm editors to swiftly assess and request author improvements, nip delays and editorial bottlenecks in the bud.
Nikesh Gosalia, CACTUS's Global Academic and Publisher Relations President, commented, "Our partnership with Taylor & Francis is poised to ease concerns for both publishers and researchers, offering innovative, tech-led solutions that supercharge efficiency and address key pain points in scholarly publishing."
Preflight for Editorial Desk uses AI to scrutinize each manuscript against the journal's submission guidelines and produces a detailed report, complete with suggested edits in track changes, in a flash. The swift, crystal-clear, and unbiased results empower editors to make quick, well-informed decisions. If integrity checks produce inconclusive results, Preflight offers the option of requesting an IntegrityGUARD human check by PhD technical reviewers boasting wide subject matter expertise. Equipped with the information, editors can confidently decide whether a manuscript merits a trip to peer review or a swift rejection.
Stewart Gardiner, Global Production Director at Taylor & Francis, praise Cactus Communications for their proactive approach during their collaboration. "These technologies are still relatively new, and Cactus Communications has been outstanding in meeting our needs by piloting solutions with selected journals and portfolios. I can't wait to see the impact of this expanded partnership and gather feedback from our many stakeholders," he said.
This collaboration breaks new ground in the field of scientific, technical, and medical (STM) publishing. Launching Preflight for Editorial Desk signals a move toward increased efficiency and reliability in the realm of academic publishing.
If you're ready to experience the future of academic publishing and streamline your journal editorial process, don't hesitate to reach out! Contact us at preflight@our website, and we'd be thrilled to help!
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Editors collaborating with Taylor & Francis can now leverage the power of Preflight for Editorial Desk, an AI-infused manuscript checker, in their academic writing review processes. This tool, designed to streamline scholarly publishing, aids in scrutinizing manuscript submissions for research integrity, language quality, and technical compliance.
In 2023, this solution is expected to become a standard in all Taylor & Francis journals, making strides towards enhancing editorial efficiencies in the scientific, technical, and medical (STM) publishing arena.
