Correction and Retraction

1. General Policy

JUISI: Jurnal Ilmiah Sistem Informasi is committed to maintaining the accuracy, reliability, and integrity of the scholarly record. The journal follows the principles and recommendations of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) in addressing errors, ethical concerns, and research misconduct identified after publication.

Corrections, expressions of concern, and retractions are implemented transparently and fairly to ensure that the published literature remains trustworthy and that readers are appropriately informed of any changes affecting published articles.

2. Corrections (Erratum and Corrigendum)

Corrections may be issued when an article contains errors that require amendment but do not invalidate its principal findings or conclusions.

Such errors may include:

  • Inaccuracies in author information or institutional affiliations.

  • Errors in tables, figures, numerical values, or references.

  • Reporting or methodological errors that do not substantially affect the research conclusions.

  • Other unintentional inaccuracies requiring clarification.

Depending on the nature of the error, the journal may publish an erratum or corrigendum. All corrections must clearly identify the original article, describe the changes made, and provide a permanent link to the published article.

3. Retraction of Published Articles

A published article may be retracted when substantial evidence indicates that its findings are unreliable or that serious violations of publication ethics have occurred.

Grounds for retraction may include:

  • Fabrication or falsification of research data.

  • Plagiarism or substantial unattributed reproduction of previously published work.

  • Duplicate or redundant publication without appropriate disclosure.

  • Serious methodological errors that invalidate the findings or conclusions.

  • Unauthorized use of data or violations of research ethics.

  • Manipulation of authorship, peer review, or the publication process.

Retraction decisions are made by the editorial team following a fair assessment of the available evidence and, where appropriate, consultation with the authors, relevant institutions, or other parties involved.

4. Expression of Concern

The journal may publish an Expression of Concern when credible evidence raises serious questions about the integrity or reliability of an article, but the available information is insufficient to support an immediate correction or retraction.

An Expression of Concern may be issued while an investigation is ongoing or when its outcome remains inconclusive. The notice will be updated or followed by an appropriate editorial action when additional evidence becomes available.

5. Investigation and Editorial Decision

All reported concerns regarding published articles will be assessed by the editorial team. The process may involve:

  1. Reviewing the reported issue and supporting evidence.

  2. Requesting clarification or relevant documentation from the authors.

  3. Consulting independent experts or relevant institutions when necessary.

  4. Determining whether a correction, Expression of Concern, retraction, or no further action is appropriate.

  5. Publishing an editorial notice when corrective action is required.

All parties will be treated fairly, and potential conflicts of interest will be managed appropriately throughout the investigation.

6. Publication and Accessibility of Notices

Correction and retraction notices will be published openly and permanently on the journal website.

Each notice will:

  • Clearly identify the affected article, including its title, authors, and DOI where available.

  • Explain the reason for the correction or retraction.

  • Identify the party issuing the notice.

  • Provide a direct link to the original publication.

Retracted articles will normally remain accessible in the journal archive for transparency, clearly marked as "Retracted" on the article webpage and PDF. Removal of article content will be considered only in exceptional circumstances involving legal requirements, privacy violations, or substantial risks of harm.

Where applicable, the journal will update article metadata and notify relevant indexing or registration services.

7. Author Responsibilities and Appeals

Authors must promptly inform the editorial team when significant errors or ethical concerns are identified in their published work. They are expected to cooperate with investigations and provide relevant evidence when requested.

Authors may submit a reasoned appeal supported by verifiable evidence if they disagree with an editorial decision. Appeals will be evaluated fairly and, where necessary, reviewed by an editor or independent party not involved in the original decision.

8. Commitment to Publication Integrity

JUISI considers post-publication corrections and retractions essential mechanisms for preserving the integrity of scientific communication. These actions are intended to maintain the reliability of the scholarly record rather than to punish authors.

The journal applies this policy in accordance with internationally recognized publication ethics principles and COPE guidelines.

Reference: Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE). Retraction Guidelines. https://doi.org/10.24318/cope.2019.1.4