The Rocky Road To Publishing In The Management And Decision Sciences And Beyond: Experiencing The Journey And Lessons Learned (springerbriefs In Business)

This book documents the history of two research papers, from the first drafts to the final polished published articles, including the reviewer comments and the author responses. The documentary provides unique insights into the publishing process, which at times is filled with uncertainties, not only for young researchers. The book discusses lessons learned and also provides an experienced editor's and reviewer's perspective. In the light of the high pressure on young faculty to publish successfully, this book offers itself as a guide to publishing efficiently and effectively in a highly competitive scientific environment. Front Matter....Pages i-xiii Front Matter....Pages 1-1 Introduction....Pages 3-6 Front Matter....Pages 7-7 The First Version (Dec 1986)....Pages 9-15 The First Revision (Jan 1987)....Pages 17-25 Submission to Management Science (Oct 1987)....Pages 27-50 Submission to Naval Research Logistics (June 1988)....Pages 51-67 Submission to Annals of Operations Research (June 1989)....Pages 69-82 Final Version (Nov 1989)....Pages 83-88 Process Analysis of Case 1....Pages 89-94 Front Matter....Pages 95-95 Submission to European Journal of Operational Research (July 2011)....Pages 97-119 First (and Only) Revision (Nov 2011)....Pages 121-137 Process Analysis of Case 2....Pages 139-140 Front Matter....Pages 141-141 Reflections....Pages 143-152 Back Matter....Pages 153-193