Focus and Scope

DIFITECH: Digital Futures and Information Technology Journal is published by the Graduate School of Universitas Nurul Jadid, Probolinggo, East Java, Indonesia. This journal focuses on research and innovation in information technology related to digital transformation and the digital future. The scope of this journal includes various topics such as Digital Transformation, Digital Cyber, Future Technologies, Information Security, Information Systems, Communication Technologies, Digital Ethics, and Digital Economy. We invite researchers, practitioners, and academics to contribute their work, offering theoretical insights and practical solutions to the challenges of future technologies. Additionally, this journal is aimed at librarians seeking high-quality reference sources. With the diverse articles published, Digital Futures and Information Technology Journal aims to become a primary reference for those interested in the development, innovation, and future of digital technology, making a significant contribution to enriching knowledge in this field.

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Open Submissions

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Peer Reviewed

Peer Review Process

At DIFITECH : Digital Futures and Information Technology each submitted manuscript undergoes a rigorous peer review process to ensure high academic quality and relevance. Initially, the manuscript is evaluated by the editorial team to assess its alignment with the journal's focus and scope. If it meets the preliminary criteria, the manuscript is then sent for external review.

We employ a Double-Blind Peer Review process, where the identities of both the authors and reviewers are kept confidential. Each manuscript is reviewed by at least two experts in the relevant field. The reviewers provide constructive feedback on the manuscript's originality, methodology, clarity, and contribution to the field.

After receiving feedback from the reviewers, authors are expected to revise their manuscripts according to the recommendations provided. The revised manuscript must be returned to the editorial team within the specified timeframe for re-evaluation. The editorial team will assess the revisions and make the final decision regarding the manuscript's acceptance for publication. This review process is typically completed within two to three months, and authors will be notified of the editorial decision as soon as possible. We are committed to maintaining a fair, objective, and timely review process while ensuring the confidentiality of all submitted manuscripts.

Open Access Policy

This journal provides immediate open access to its content on the principle that making research freely available to the public supports a greater global exchange of knowledge.

This journal is open access journal which means that all content is freely available without charge to users or / institution. Users are allowed to read, download, copy, distribute, print, search, or link to full text articles in this journal without asking prior permission from the publisher or author. This is in accordance with Budapest Open Access Initiative.

Archiving

This journal utilizes the LOCKSS system to create a distributed archiving system among participating libraries and permits those libraries to create permanent archives of the journal for purposes of preservation and restoration. More...

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Publication Ethics

Ethical Guidelines for Journal Publication

Digital Futures and Information Technology is an international peer-reviewed journal committed to maintaining the highest standards of ethical behavior in all aspects of the publication process. This policy outlines the ethical behavior expected from all parties involved in the publication process, including authors, editors, the editorial board, peer reviewers, and the publisher. This policy is based on COPE's Best Practice Guidelines for Journal Editors.

Allegations of Research Misconduct

Research misconduct includes fabrication, falsification, citation manipulation, or plagiarism in conducting, reporting, or reviewing research. When authors are found to have engaged in research misconduct or other serious irregularities, the editors have a responsibility to ensure the accuracy and integrity of the scientific record. In cases of suspected misconduct, the editors and the editorial board will follow COPE’s best practices to resolve the issue fairly. Manuscripts found to contain such misconduct will be rejected, and if a published paper is found to contain misconduct, a retraction will be issued and linked to the original article.

Publication Decisions

The editor of Digital Futures and Information Technology is responsible for the final decision on which articles are published. This decision is based on the validation of the work and its importance to researchers and readers. Editors may consult with other editors or reviewers in making this decision.

Complaints and Appeals

Digital Futures and Information Technology has a clear procedure for handling complaints against the journal, editorial staff, editorial board, or publisher. Complaints will be processed according to COPE guidelines and may relate to the editorial process, citation manipulation, bias in peer review, and other related issues. Complaints should be submitted via email to the Editor in Chief.

Fair Play

Editors will evaluate manuscripts based on their intellectual content, without regard to race, gender, sexual orientation, religious belief, ethnic origin, citizenship, or political philosophy of the authors.

Confidentiality

The editor and editorial staff must maintain confidentiality regarding submitted manuscripts, disclosing information only to the corresponding author, reviewers, potential reviewers, other editorial advisors, and the publisher as appropriate.

Disclosure and Conflicts of Interest

Unpublished materials disclosed in a submitted manuscript must not be used in an editor’s own research without the express written consent of the author.

Duties of Reviewers

Peer reviewers assist the editor in making editorial decisions and may also help authors improve their manuscripts through feedback. Reviewers must provide objective feedback, identify relevant published work that has not been cited, and maintain the confidentiality of the manuscript under review.

Duties of Authors

Authors must present an accurate account of their research and an objective discussion of its significance. Authors should ensure their work is original, properly cited, and free from plagiarism. They are also responsible for ensuring that their data is reproducible and must provide raw data for editorial review if requested.

Peer-Review Process Policy

Peer-Review process/policy is declared here: 

https://ejournal.unuja.ac.id/index.php/dfitj/pages/view/Peer%20Review%20Process

Post-Publication Discussions and Corrections

Digital Futures and Information Technology welcomes discussions and corrections on published articles from readers. Readers can contact the Editor in Chief via email to discuss or correct a published article. If accepted, the discussion or correction will be published in the next issue as a Letter to the Editor. Authors may respond to the discussion or correction, and their response may also be published as a Reply to the Letter to the Editor.