Important Announcement: Updated Editorial Policies and Implementation of Article Processing Charges (APC)

04-11-2026

Dear Authors, Reviewers, and Readers,

SAGA: Journal of Technology and Information Systems announces the implementation of updated editorial and publishing policies effective November 4, 2026.

These updates are aligned with the Principles of Transparency and Best Practice in Scholarly Publishing, Version 5.0, developed by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE), Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ), Open Access Scholarly Publishing Association (OASPA), and World Association of Medical Editors (WAME).

The updates aim to strengthen editorial transparency, publication ethics, research integrity, accountability, and the overall quality of scholarly publishing.

1. What Has Changed?

Beginning November 4, 2026, all new manuscript submissions must comply with the journal's updated editorial and publishing policies.

The major updates include:

  1. Editorial Governance and Independence: Clearer editorial responsibilities, decision-making authority, and safeguards against inappropriate influence.

  2. Ownership and Management: Transparent disclosure of Media Digital Publikasi Indonesia as the official owner and publisher of SAGA.

  3. Peer Review Process: Improved transparency regarding manuscript evaluation, reviewer responsibilities, and editorial decisions.

  4. Publication Ethics and Research Integrity: Strengthened requirements concerning research integrity, ethical conduct, plagiarism, and conflicts of interest.

  5. Artificial Intelligence Policy: Clearer requirements for the responsible use and disclosure of generative artificial intelligence tools in scholarly manuscripts.

  6. Complaints and Appeals: A formal mechanism for submitting complaints and requesting reconsideration of editorial decisions.

  7. Corrections and Retractions: Clearer procedures for maintaining the integrity of the scholarly record after publication.

  8. Open Access and Licensing: Clarification of immediate open access and article reuse under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International (CC BY-SA 4.0) license.

  9. Archiving and Digital Preservation: Improved transparency regarding the journal's long-term preservation commitments.

  10. Revenue Sources and Publication Charges: Clearer disclosure of journal funding arrangements, publication fees, and financial independence from editorial decisions.

Authors are strongly encouraged to review the updated policies before submitting their manuscripts.

2. December 2026 Issue: Free Submission and Publication

Manuscript submission and publication for the December 2026 issue will remain completely FREE OF CHARGE.

No Article Processing Charge (APC) will be imposed on manuscripts accepted and scheduled for publication in the December 2026 issue.

All manuscripts will continue to undergo editorial assessment and peer review in accordance with the journal's updated policies.

3. Implementation of Article Processing Charges (APC)

Beginning with Volume 5, Number 1, SAGA will implement Article Processing Charges for accepted manuscripts.

The applicable fees are:

  • Indonesian Authors: IDR 1,000,000 per accepted article.

  • International Authors: USD 100 per accepted article.

  • Manuscript Submission Fee: FREE.

  • Peer Review Fee: FREE.

  • APC Payment: Required only after manuscript acceptance.

The APC supports the journal's publication operations, technical infrastructure, editorial administration, and scholarly dissemination.

Payment of the APC does not guarantee manuscript acceptance or influence editorial decisions.

4. Transitional Arrangements

To ensure a transparent transition, the following arrangements will apply:

  • Effective November 4, 2026: All new submissions must comply with the updated editorial and publishing policies.

  • December 2026 Issue: Manuscript submission and publication remain free of charge.

  • Volume 5, Number 1 and Subsequent Issues: The applicable APC will be charged for accepted manuscripts.

  • Manuscripts Submitted Before APC Implementation: The applicable publication fee will be determined by the issue in which the manuscript is accepted and scheduled for publication. Authors will be informed of the applicable charges before proceeding with publication.

These arrangements ensure that authors receive clear information about editorial requirements and publication charges.

5. Our Commitment to Scholarly Publishing

SAGA remains committed to maintaining a transparent, ethical, fair, and academically rigorous publishing environment.

The updated policies are intended to improve the journal's editorial governance, strengthen author and reader confidence, and support responsible scholarly communication.

We encourage all prospective authors, reviewers, and readers to familiarize themselves with the updated policies available on the journal's official website.

Journal Website: https://journal.mediadigitalpublikasi.com/index.php/saga

Editorial Contact: saga@mediadigitalpublikasi.com

Thank you for your continued trust and support.

Editorial Office

SAGA: Journal of Technology and Information Systems

Owned and Published by Media Digital Publikasi Indonesia

Deli Serdang, North Sumatra, Indonesia