If you’re planning to launch a peer-reviewed journal or modernize an existing title, you’re in the right place. Our
OJS Malaysia Services
provide a turnkey path from idea to indexed, discoverable, and compliant publication. We specialize in
Public Knowledge Project’s Open Journal Systems (OJS) — the world’s most widely adopted open-source journal management platform —
and we tailor it for Malaysian institutions, funding requirements, and regional best practices. Whether you’re an editor-in-chief,
a faculty researcher, or a society officer, our team handles infrastructure, security, workflows, and training so you can focus on editorial quality.
Why Choose Our Managed Open Journal Systems?
Lightning-Fast Launch
From server provisioning to theme setup and initial workflow configuration, we deliver a ready-to-use journal site in hours, not weeks. Editors can start inviting submissions immediately.
End-to-End Support
We cover installation, upgrades, plugin vetting, backup strategy, ORCID and Crossref integration, and ongoing performance monitoring — all under one roof.
Local & Regional Expertise
Our configurations reflect expectations from Malaysian universities, research councils, and regional indexing bodies to improve discoverability and compliance.
Security & Reliability
Hardened servers, SSL/TLS by default, role-based access, automated backups, and staging environments ensure your content and workflows remain safe and stable.
Editorial Workflow Design
We help you craft clear, auditable workflows: submission intake, triage, peer review, revisions, copyediting, production, and publication — with time-saving automations.
Future-Proof Architecture
Version-controlled deployments, recommended plugins only, and tested upgrade paths keep your journal modern without risking breakage or downtime.
What’s Included
- Installation Fresh OJS installs with optimized server tuning and secure defaults.
- Hosting Managed cloud hosting with monitored uptime, CDN options, and caching layers.
- Migration Safe content migration from legacy OJS, custom CMS, or flat sites with redirects.
- Upgrade Staged upgrades with plugin compatibility checks and rollback plans.
- Support Priority helpdesk, editor coaching, and quarterly health checks.
- Integrations ORCID, Crossref, Google Scholar readiness, iThenticate/Turnitin (where licensed), and email/SMS alerts.
- Compliance Metadata, DOIs, ethical publishing statements, and accessibility (WCAG-aware themes).
- Training Hands-on workshops for editors, section editors, reviewers, and copyeditors.
Tailored for Editors, Reviewers & Authors
For Editors
- Submission triage dashboards and assignment automation
- Conflict-of-interest and reviewer load checks
- Custom decision letter templates and reminders
For Reviewers
- Streamlined invitations with one-click accept/decline
- Anonymous, double-anonymous, or open review options
- Deadline nudges and structured review forms
For Authors
- Clear submission guidelines and checklists
- Progress tracking and messaging inside OJS
- ORCID sign-in and DOI visibility post-acceptance
Rapid 3-Hour Launch: Our Proven Process
- Discovery Call (15–20 min). Capture journal scope, roles, and publishing frequency.
- Provision & Secure. Spin up a hardened environment, SSL, and monitoring.
- Install & Configure OJS. Apply theme, languages, and starter workflows.
- Integrate Essentials. ORCID, email, anti-spam, analytics, and backup routines.
- Editor Handover. Guided walkthrough, role setup, and first submission test.
Complex migrations with large archives may require additional time, but new journals commonly go live the same day.
Migration & Upgrade Services Without the Headaches
Moving to the latest OJS is crucial for security, speed, and features — yet migrations can be risky without the right guardrails.
We inventory your plugins, create a staging copy, validate metadata and DOIs, and test upgrades end-to-end before promoting to production.
Our redirect plans preserve historical links and citations so your Google Scholar and Crossref signals remain intact.
- Full content and file audit; repair inconsistent metadata
- Image, figure, and supplementary file checks
- Theme modernization with accessibility improvements
- DOI backfilling and Crossref deposits (where applicable)
- Post-launch monitoring with real-time error alerts
Security, Privacy & Reliability
- Least-privilege access, strong passwords/copyright, and periodic role reviews
- Automatic daily backups with multi-region retention and restore drills
- Web Application Firewall (WAF) and bot rate-limiting
- HTTPS everywhere with HSTS and modern TLS ciphers
- GDPR-aware data handling and audit logs
Integrations That Matter to Scholarly Publishing
| Integration | What It Does | Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| ORCID | Connects authors/reviewers’ persistent IDs | Improves attribution and reduces profile friction |
| Crossref | DOI registration and metadata deposits | Stable citations and discoverability |
| Indexing Readiness | Google Scholar, DOAJ criteria alignment | Higher visibility for your articles |
| Anti-Spam | reCAPTCHA, rate limits, content filters | Cleaner submissions and user registrations |
| Analytics | Privacy-aware traffic and download stats | Track readership and regional reach |
| Plagiarism (licensed) | iThenticate/Turnitin where available | Strengthens editorial due diligence |
Training & Change Management
Sustainable journals rely on confident teams. We run concise training sessions for each role and provide reusable SOPs.
Editors learn assignment strategies and decision templates; copyeditors master version control; typesetters receive content styling guides;
and production staff understand DOI deposits and issue scheduling. Refresher sessions keep new team members up to speed.
Transparent Plans (Indicative)
Exact pricing depends on traffic, storage, and customization. Contact us for a tailored quote.
| Plan | Best For | Highlights |
|---|---|---|
| Starter | New single-journal launches | 3-hour launch • Managed hosting • SSL • Backups • Essential plugins • Email setup |
| Professional | Growing journals | Staging site • Advanced caching • ORCID & Crossref integration • Quarterly health checks |
| Enterprise | University presses & societies | Multi-journal support • SSO options • Custom theme & workflows • Priority SLA • Dedicated support |
Performance & Accessibility by Design
- Core Web Vitals-friendly themes and image optimization
- Semantic HTML, ARIA landmarks, and keyboard navigation
- Readable typography and high-contrast UI for inclusivity
- PDF metadata checks and alternate text guidance for figures
Editorial Best Practices We Implement
- Clear aims & scope and author guidelines with submission checklists
- Ethics & malpractice statements aligned to COPE principles
- Transparent peer-review models and reviewer recognition options
- Data sharing statements and citation formatting templates
- Issue scheduling, early-view articles, and thematic collections
Case-Style Outcomes (Representative)
Faculty-Led New Journal
Launched a new interdisciplinary journal in under a day. The editorial team published its first issue within four weeks using templated workflows and automated DOI deposits.
Legacy Site Migration
Migrated a decade of articles from a custom CMS. Redirects preserved citations; uptime maintained; submission volume increased with improved author guidance.
Society-Run Modernization
Upgraded to the latest OJS with a refreshed theme, ORCID sign-in, and reviewer recognition badges — lowering time-to-decision and boosting reviewer acceptance.
Getting Started
Share your journal’s scope, editorial structure, and preferred timelines. We’ll confirm the plan and spin up your environment.
Most new titles go live the same day with our streamlined process. Existing journals benefit from a risk-aware migration path and
comprehensive post-launch monitoring.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How fast can you launch our journal?
- For new journals with minimal customization, we typically deliver a production-ready OJS instance within 3 hours, including secure hosting, SSL, and a starter workflow.
- Can you migrate from older OJS versions or a custom CMS?
- Yes. We audit your content, create a staging clone, validate metadata and DOIs, test plugins, and promote when ready — preserving links and citations.
- Do you help with DOIs and indexing?
- We assist with Crossref integration and metadata quality, and we prepare your site for discovery platforms (e.g., Google Scholar). We also advise on DOAJ criteria alignment.
- What about training for our editorial team?
- We provide role-based training for editors, reviewers, and production, plus SOPs and quick-reference guides to keep your workflows consistent.
- How do you handle backups and security?
- Automated daily backups, hardened servers, WAF, role hygiene, and HTTPS by default. We also conduct restore drills and apply timely updates.
- Can we customize the theme and submission forms?
- Absolutely. We offer accessible, performance-oriented themes and can tailor submission forms, review forms, and decision templates to your policies.
Ready to Launch?
Empower your editorial team with a reliable, modern platform designed for scholarly publishing.
Explore our
Open Journal Systems malaysia
solutions or talk to us about a guided migration and upgrade. From read more installation to indexing readiness, we’ve got every step covered.