Content Submission Guidelines for Contributors and Clients
Submission Process:
Submission Instructions: To submit content, please send an email to editorials@bankingontechnology.com with the subject line "Content Submission."
File Formats: Acceptable formats include .doc, .docx, or .txt for text, and .jpg or .png for images.
Accompanying Materials: Include relevant images, author bios, and additional materials if applicable.
Submission Deadlines: Content should be submitted by 20th of the month for inclusion in the next months magazine for timely consideration.
Content Requirements:
Content Types: We accept articles, blog posts, case studies, interviews, and opinion pieces.
Topics of Interest: Our audience is particularly interested in topics related to Aerospace, Agriculture, Automotive, Chemicals, Construction, Consumer Goods, Electrical, Energy, Engineering, Food & Beverage, Marine, Metals & Mining, Packaging, Processing, Rail, and Logistics & Supply Chain etc.
Quality Standards: Ensure content is well-researched, informative, and engaging, avoiding overtly promotional material.
Originality: We value originality and authenticity in content creation. Contributors should ensure that their submissions are unique, not plagiarized, and have not been previously published elsewhere.
Rights and Permissions:
Copyright Ownership: Contributors retain the copyright to their submitted content.
Usage Rights: While we reserve the right to edit or modify submitted content for publication purposes, we will not redistribute or sublicense the content without the contributor's consent.
Attribution: Proper attribution will be provided to authors/contributors through a byline, author bio, and any relevant affiliations or credentials.
Style and Formatting:
Writing Style: Our preferred writing style is clear, concise, and engaging, tailored to our target audience's interests and preferences.
Formatting Guidelines: To enhance readability and visual appeal, contributors should adhere to formatting guidelines such as using descriptive headings, subheadings, and bullet points.
Hyperlinks: Including relevant hyperlinks to credible sources, references, or related content within the body of the text adds depth and context to the content.
Visual Content:
Image Guidelines: Visual content such as images, infographics, charts, or graphs can complement textual content and enhance its visual appeal.
Image Formats: Images should be provided in .jpg or .png format, with a resolution of at least 150 to 300 dpi.
Copyright Compliance: Contributors should ensure that they have the necessary rights and permissions to use any images or visual assets included in their submissions.
SEO Considerations:
Keyword Optimization: Incorporating relevant keywords naturally into the content can improve its visibility and discoverability on search engines.
Meta Tags: Providing meta tags, meta descriptions, and other metadata helps optimize content for search engines and social media platforms.
Review and Approval Process:
Editorial Review: Submitted content will undergo a thorough editorial review process to assess its quality, accuracy, relevance, and compliance.
Revision Requests: If revisions are required, contributors will be notified promptly and provided with specific feedback or revision requests.
Publication Timeline: Approved content will be scheduled for publication based on our editorial calendar and content priorities.
Feedback and Communication:
Communication Channels: Our editorial team is available to assist contributors throughout the content submission process and address any questions, concerns, or feedback.
Collaboration Opportunities: We value collaboration and partnership with our contributors and welcome feedback and suggestions to improve the content submission and publication process.
Legal Compliance:
Copyright and Legal Obligations: Contributors are responsible for ensuring that their submissions comply with all applicable copyright laws, privacy regulations, and other legal requirements.
Third-party Content: If including content or references from third-party sources, contributors should obtain proper permissions and provide accurate citations or attributions.
Acknowledgment and Promotion:
Authorship Recognition: Authors and contributors will be acknowledged and credited for their work through a byline, author bio, and any relevant affiliations or credentials.
Promotional Opportunities: Contributors may include promotional links or affiliations within their author bio, subject to approval.