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International Journal of Automation and Digital Transformation

Submission Guidelines

International Journal of Automation and Digital Transformation (IJADT)


The International Journal of Automation and Digital Transformation (IJADT) welcomes high-quality, original manuscripts that advance knowledge in automation, artificial intelligence, robotics, digital transformation, and intelligent systems across industries and society.

The journal publishes interdisciplinary research connecting engineering, computer science, business transformation, digital governance, and emerging technologies.

Submission of a manuscript confirms that the work is original, unpublished, and not under consideration by another journal or conference.

 

Manuscript Length and Format

Full Research Paper

  • 6,000–10,000 words (including references, tables, and figures)

Abstract

  • 200–250 words
  • Structured format:
    • Purpose
    • Methodology
    • Findings
    • Practical Implications
    • Originality / Value

Keywords

  • 3–10 keywords
  • Include relevant technology classification codes where applicable(e.g., ACM Computing Classification System).

 

Document Formatting

Authors should prepare manuscripts according to the following format:

  • Font:Times New Roman, 12 pt
  • Spacing:Single spaced
  • Layout:Two-column format
  • Margins:
    • Top / Bottom: 2.54 cm
    • Left / Right: 3.18 cm
  • Page Numbers:Bottom-centered
  • File Format:Microsoft Word (.doc / .docx)

Figures, tables, and algorithms must be clearly numbered and referenced within the text.

 

Required Manuscript Structure

Submissions should follow the structure below:

  1. Title
    • 10–20 words
    • Clear, precise, and technology-focused
  1. Title Page (submitted separately)

Include:

    • Author names and affiliations
    • Corresponding author details
    • Conflict of interest statement
    • Ethical approval (if applicable)
  1. Abstract and Keywords
  2. Research Highlights

Provide 3–5 bullet points (80–120 words total) describing:

    • Key innovations
    • Major contributions
    • Practical or technological impact
  1. Introduction
    • Research problem
    • Technological or industrial context
    • Research gap
    • Study objectives and contributions
  1. Literature Review
    • Critical analysis of existing research
    • Identification of knowledge gaps
    • Conceptual or theoretical framework
  1. Methodology
    • Research design
    • Data sources
    • System architecture or experimental design
    • Algorithms, models, or analytical methods
    • Replicability considerations
  1. Results
    • Experimental outcomes or empirical findings
    • Performance evaluation
    • Tables, figures, models, or simulations
  1. Discussion
    • Interpretation of results
    • Comparison with existing studies
    • Limitations of the study
    • Practical and technological implications
  1. Conclusions
    • Summary of key findings
    • Industry or policy implications
    • Recommendations for future research
  1. References
    • APA 7th edition or Harvard referencing style
    • DOI links encouraged where available
  1. Appendices / Supplementary Material (Optional)
    • Algorithms
    • Data structures
    • Technical documentation
    • Extended tables or datasets

 

Article Types and Recommended Length

Article Type Word Limit Example Topics
Original Research 6,000–10,000 AI-driven automation systems
Systematic Review ≤12,000 Digital transformation frameworks
Case Study ≤5,000 Industry 4.0 implementation
Technical / Methodological Paper ≤6,000 New algorithms for robotics or automation
Short Communication ≤3,000 Emerging digital technologies

Scope of the Journal

IJADT particularly welcomes research related to:

  • Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
  • Industrial Automation
  • Robotics and Autonomous Systems
  • Smart Manufacturing and Industry 4.0
  • Digital Transformation Strategies
  • Internet of Things (IoT)
  • Cyber-Physical Systems
  • Data Analytics and Intelligent Decision Systems
  • Blockchain and Digital Infrastructure
  • Smart Cities and Digital Governance
  • Human–Machine Interaction
  • Digital Innovation and Technology Management

Language and Style

Manuscripts may be submitted in:

  • English
  • Arabic

Authors must maintain consistent US or UK English style throughout the manuscript.

Clear, concise academic writing is expected. Authors are encouraged to use professional language editing services before submission if needed.

Peer Review Policy

IJADT follows a double-blind peer review process.

  • Author identities must be removed from the main manuscript file.
  • Self-citations should be written in third-person format.
  • Document metadata must be anonymized.

Each manuscript will be evaluated by at least two independent reviewers.

Submission Process

Manuscripts should be submitted through the journal’s online submission system.

Authors must include:

  • Data Availability Statement (DAS)
  • Disclosure of AI tool usage(if used in writing assistance)
  • Ethical approval (when human or experimental subjects are involved)

Where applicable, authors are encouraged to share:

  • datasets
  • code
  • replication files

via repositories such as:

  • Zenodo
  • OSF
  • GitHub

Figures, Tables, and Illustrations

  • Minimum resolution: 300 dpi
  • Accepted formats: PNG, TIFF, SVG
  • Figures should be editable where possible
  • Authors must obtain permission for third-party copyrighted materials

Research Ethics 

The journal adheres to international ethical publishing standards:

  • COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics) guidelines
  • Plagiarism screening prior to peer review
  • Disclosure of conflicts of interest
  • Transparency in data reporting

AI and Generative Tools Policy

If AI tools (e.g., language models, coding assistants) are used during manuscript preparation:

  • Authors must disclose their use
  • AI cannot be listed as an author
  • AI-generated data or results must not be used without proper verification

Open Access Policy

Diamond Open Access – No APC

The International Journal of Automation and Digital Transformation (IJADT) follows a Diamond Open Access model.

This means:

  • No submission fees
  • No article processing charges (APCs)
  • No publication fees

All published articles are freely accessible immediately upon publication.

Articles are distributed under the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY 4.0).

Optional third-party services such as language editing, formatting, or dissemination support may be available but are not required and have no influence on editorial decisions or peer review outcomes.