About the Journal

Management Matrix is a journal hosted by the Future Science and Technology Research Institute, approved by the Japanese ISSN National Center at the National Diet Library (ISSN: 2760-1293).

Launched in April 2025, Management Matrix is an internationally authoritative monthly journal focusing on modern scientific management theory and practice, based in Japan and China while reaching a global audience.

As an "idea accelerator" in the field of management science, the journal is committed to building a "dynamic matrix" that connects theoretical research and management practice, driving the paradigm shift of management from an "empirical science" to a "data-driven discipline." It aims to become an SCI (Science Citation Index)-indexed journal. Leveraging Japan’s lean management tradition and the global wave of digital innovation, Management Matrix strives to become a highly influential journal in Asia.

Mission and Scope:

The Management Matrix (ManM) is a peer-reviewed open-access journal which aims to be a premier open access platform for disseminating cutting-edge research and advancements in the field of management science and technology. The journal welcomes original research articles, reviews, and case studies that explore innovative concepts, methodologies, and applications.

 Core Research Areas

  1. New Paradigms in Strategic Management:

    • AI-driven strategic decision-making models

    • Ecosystem competition theory

    • Metaverse organizational structures

    • Tracking the latest trends from Strategic Management Journal

  2. Digital Management Revolution:

    • Industry 4.0 smart factory governance

    • Blockchain-based supply chain finance

    • Quantum computing applications in operational optimization

    • Complementary research with Management Science

  3. Innovations in Organizational Behavior:

    • Neuromanagement

    • Virtual team leadership

    • Human-machine collaboration efficiency assessment

    • Aligning with Journal of Organizational Behavior research hotspots

  4. Sustainable Management Practices:

    • ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) quantitative evaluation systems

    • Promoting responsible management principles in Asia, as advocated by Journal of Business Ethics   

Specialized Sections

      1. "Matrix Insights" Thematic Research:

        • In-depth analysis of management theory evolution by renowned scholars.

      2. "Matrix Lab" Case Studies:

        • Benchmark digital transformation cases in collaboration with McKinsey and BCG.

      3. "Cross-Disciplinary Dialogues" Roundtable:

        • Regular interdisciplinary discussions with neuroscience, quantum physics, and other fields.

      4. "Young Sparks" Scholar Column:

        • A fast-track publication channel for researchers under 35, nurturing the next generation of management thought leaders.

      5. Research Papers:

        • High-level theoretical and practical papers in management.

Editorial Board:

ManM editorial board consists of distinguished researchers and experts from various disciplines within management science and technology. They are committed to maintaining the journal's quality, ensuring rigorous peer review, and guiding authors to produce impactful contributions.

Management Matrix has its operational headquarters in Japan, with liaison offices in China, the U.S., the U.K., Australia, and Singapore. The editorial team includes:

The editorial team includes:

    • Editor-in-Chief

    • Associate Editors

    • Editorial Board Members

    • Guest Editors

    • Reviewers

    • Editorial Support Team

Copyright and Licensing:

ManM adopts Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License (CC BY-NC 4.0)

Submission and Peer Review Process:

Authors can submit their manuscripts through the online submission system on the journal's website. The journal follows a single-blind peer review process to ensure unbiased evaluation and constructive feedback from experts in the relevant fields.

Publication Frequency:

ManM is published monthly to maintain a steady flow of high-quality content and to ensure timely dissemination of research findings.

Online Platform and Hosting:

The journal is hosted on a user-friendly and secure open access platform, offering readers easy access to articles and facilitating seamless navigation.

Funding Model:

ManM adopts an author-pays model, where authors cover the publication costs through article processing charges (APCs). However, the journal also seeks institutional support and grants to waive APCs for authors from low-income countries or under special circumstances.

Marketing and Promotion:

ManM employs a comprehensive marketing strategy, including active engagement on social media platforms, collaborations with relevant academic conferences and organizations, and participation in industry events to increase the journal's visibility and attract high-quality submissions.

Indexing and Archiving:

ManM aims to be indexed in reputable databases such as Scopus, Web of Science, and Google Scholar to enhance discoverability and reach a broader readership. The journal also collaborates with digital archives to ensure the long-term preservation of published content.

Engagement and Community Building:

ManM organizes webinars, workshops, and special issue publications to foster interaction and collaboration among researchers, practitioners, and stakeholders in the field of management science and technology.

Ethics and Policies:

ManM strictly adheres to ethical guidelines and maintains transparency in its operations. The journal also has policies in place to handle issues like plagiarism, conflicts of interest, and data integrity.

Repository policy (policy for use of journal articles in institutional repositories):

The “Repository Policy” refers to the policy of the authors of journal articles when they make them available on the internet, such as in institutional repositories. Journal of advances in information science and technology uses the following policy:

      Article Versions Used:
    Only the publisher’s final version, which are post-peer review papers, are allowed to be used. The use of the final version of the author’s paper and the pre-peer review version are not permitted. However, until the publisher’s final version is published, the publisher’s advance online publication version (the version with a cover page showing the date of receipt, date of acceptance, DOI, etc. on the author’s final manuscript) may be used. It must be replaced when the publisher’s final published version is released.
    Permitted sites:
  • Institutional repositories that are operated by domestic and foreign universities and non-profit research institutions.
  • Websites of research funding organizations that have provided support for the research of this article.
  • Author’s Web site.
  • Non-commercial online thesis archives.

 

    Terms of use : The copyright holder, source and DOI must also be indicated.



Continuous Improvement:

ManM encourages feedback from its stakeholders and regularly conducts surveys to improve its processes, policies, and content quality. The journal remains open to adopting new technologies and innovations that enhance the publishing experience for authors and readers alike.

With this model, the Management Matrix (ManM) aims to contribute significantly to the advancement of the management science and technology domain, facilitating knowledge dissemination and fostering collaborations across the global research community.