About the Journal
Aims and Scope – Smart Systems (SS) - NO APC FEES
Smart Systems (SS) is a peer-reviewed, open-access journal dedicated to advancing knowledge and innovation in the design, development, deployment, and impact of smart systems across diverse domains. The journal provides an interdisciplinary platform for the dissemination of high-quality, original research and practical applications that leverage intelligent, adaptive, and autonomous technologies.
Smart Systems integrate sensing, computing, communication, and control to enhance decision-making, efficiency, resilience, and user-centric functionality. SS aims to foster cross-disciplinary dialogue between researchers, practitioners, and policymakers working in the evolving landscape of smart technologies.
We welcome contributions that explore the theoretical foundations, practical applications, system architectures, implementation strategies, societal impacts, and ethical considerations of smart systems in areas including, but not limited to:
- Smart Manufacturing and Industry 4.0
- Smart Cities and Infrastructure
- Smart Agriculture and Environmental Systems
- Smart Mobility and Transportation
- Smart Healthcare and Medical Systems
- Smart Education and Learning Environments
- Smart Finance and Business Intelligence
- Cyber-Physical Systems and Internet of Things (IoT)
- AI and Machine Learning for Smart Applications
- Human–Machine Interaction in Smart Environments
- Governance, Ethics, and Policy in Smart Systems
The journal publishes original research articles, review papers, case studies, and position papers that address real-world challenges and promote the responsible and impactful use of smart technologies.
Smart Systems (SS) serves a global community of scholars and professionals from academia, industry, and government who are shaping the future of intelligent, connected, and sustainable systems.
Peer Review Process
Smart Systems (SS) follows a single-anonymized peer review process, in which reviewers remain anonymous to the authors, but not vice versa.
Upon submission, each manuscript is first assessed by the editorial team to determine its relevance, originality, and alignment with the journal’s scope. Submissions deemed suitable will be sent for independent review by at least two expert reviewers, who will evaluate the scientific quality, clarity, and contribution to the field.
Editorial decisions—acceptance, revision, or rejection—are based on the reviewers’ recommendations and the judgment of the handling editor. Authors will receive detailed feedback to support the improvement of their manuscript.
Editorial Ethics and Conflicts of Interest
To ensure fairness and transparency:
- Editors do not participate in the decision-making process for manuscripts in which they are authors, co-authors, or have any personal or professional conflict of interest (e.g., close collaborators, family members, or commercial affiliations).
- Such submissions are handled independently, with the peer review process overseen by another editor with no competing interests.
Smart Systems (SS) is committed to maintaining the highest standards of integrity and impartiality throughout the review process.
