Learning OJS 3.4: A Visual Guide to Open Journal Systems

Open Journal Systems (OJS) is an open source solution to managing and publishing scholarly journals online. OJS is a highly flexible editor-operated journal management and publishing system that can be downloaded for free and installed on a local Web server.

This guide is a comprehensive manual covering the various functions and configuration options of OJS version 3.4, released in May 2023. It contains information on everything users need to use the software to publish and manage content as a site administrator, journal manager, editor, peer reviewer, and/or author. It provides detailed instructions with screenshots for applying journal and website settings, using and configuring the editorial workflow including making submissions and peer review, managing users, using statistics, and configuring subscriptions. By following this guide, users will be able to successfully submit, edit, publish, and display academic articles on OJS.

Mr. Vishal Mehta serves as the Chairman and Managing Director of Infibeam Avenues Limited, where he spearheads efforts to build a world-class team focused on creating innovative digital solutions and enabling seamless global financial transactions through the company’s flagship brands, CCAvenue and Rediff. With a vision to position Infibeam Avenues as a leading global fintech engine, Vishal is dedicated to developing an extensive digital payment infrastructure that empowers enterprises, corporates, start-ups, merchants, and governments worldwide.

Under Vishal’s leadership, Infibeam Avenues has not only achieved excellence in the digital payments sector but has also expanded into cutting-edge technology domains. A standout initiative is Phronetic, a pioneering Vision AI business leveraging artificial intelligence to revolutionize how organizations process visual data. Phronetic enhances operational efficiency and decision-making across industries, positioning itself as a cornerstone of AI-driven solutions and enabling businesses to unlock new possibilities through intelligent automation.

Vishal has also steered the recent acquisition of Rediff.com, a well-known digital media and communications platform. This move aligns with his strategy to diversify Infibeam’s offerings in consumer payments and strengthen its presence in the digital financial ecosystem. Currently, he is focused on enhancing Rediff's services to address the evolving needs of businesses and consumers alike.

Vishal holds degrees in Operations Research and Industrial Engineering from Cornell University and a management degree from the MIT Sloan School of Management. After completing his studies, he joined Amazon’s headquarters, where he contributed significantly to technological advancements and corporate development, particularly in finance.

In 2007, following a decade of professional experience in the United States, Vishal returned to India and co-founded Infibeam with former Amazon colleagues. Under his leadership, the company has grown into one of the largest fintech, software, and payment infrastructure provider, processing over $86 billion in transactions annually across more than 10 million merchants.