About the Journal

A practice-first, open access journal connecting real industry challenges with applied research, case studies, and emerging technology.

Purpose

To create a future-facing academic and industry forum that facilitates the exchange of challenges and questions with cutting-edge research, practical case studies, and emerging technologies.

Fields include (but are not limited to) construction, engineering, facilities, business, healthcare, infrastructure, IT, procurement, contracts, workforce, education, and organizational change management.

Aim

  1. Bridge industry questions with applied research.
  2. Promote innovation by showcasing emerging practices and thought-leader insights.
  3. Offer a streamlined, modern publication process focused on clarity and relevance.

Topics Covered

  • Construction Engineering and Management
  • Facilities Management
  • Procurement and Supply Chain
  • Information Technology, Hardware, Software, Data Centers
  • Healthcare and Insurance
  • Manufacturing and Industrial Sectors
  • Business and Municipal Services
  • Contracts and Legal Best Practices
  • Artificial Intelligence in Business
  • Sustainability and Green Building Practices
  • Case Studies on Complex Projects (e.g., airport expansions, tunnel projects)
  • Productivity and Workforce Development
  • Planning and Risk Mitigation
  • Industry-Academia Collaboration Studies
  • Technology Implementation and Organizational Adoption
  • Organizational Change Management
  • Benchmarks and Data Analytics
  • Economic Outlook, Trends, and Future/Predictions

Types of Publications

  • Technical and Applied Research Papers
  • Focused Technical Papers (2-4 pages)
  • Industry Case Studies
  • White Papers
  • Opinion Pieces and Commentary from Industry Professionals
  • Thought Piece/Theoretical Paper

Article Structure

  1. Abstract (100–150 words) — concise highlights; question-answer style or bullets encouraged.
  2. Purpose / Study Context (1–2 paragraphs) — why the work matters; short and direct.
  3. AI-Generated Literature Review — brief, focused review; clearly labeled “AI-Generated Insights.”
  4. Approach / Methodology — simplified explanation; avoid unnecessary technical language.
  5. Key Findings and Insights — actionable insights; use charts/diagrams or bullets.
  6. Applications / Industry Implications — practical takeaways for researchers and practitioners.
  7. Recommendations / Questions — open questions and future research directions.
  8. References — traditional + AI-assisted citations, clearly labeled.

Submission Process

  • Review Process: A hybrid peer-review model, blending human reviewers with AI for initial assessments.
  • Open Access: A free-to-publish open-access model to maximize reach.
  • Diversity of Contributors: Actively encourage submissions from both academic researchers and industry professionals.
  • Diversity of Content: Traditional academic journal paper structure plus papers that include focused research outcomes, industry case studies, and papers on real time challenges, observations, and insights.
  • Quick Turnaround: Streamlined editorial processes to maximize relevance of research findings in a fast-paced world.

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