This webinar will address how AI can impact publishing workflows by presenting three case studies: AI Tools to Improve Editor Efficiency; Content Classification/Bundling; Building Collections & Special Issues

As scholarly publishing grapples with an unprecedented submission volume crisis (22 million peer reviews annually consuming 130 million reviewer hours), innovative publishers are turning to frontier AI to help editors and eliminate workflow steps. This practical session will showcase stories from leading publishers who are developing their editorial workflows with the latest technology. Publishers will discuss and learn more about: Strategic approaches to integrating new tools/technologies into editorial workflows Data-driven frameworks for measuring AI implementation success and calculating ROI Practical solutions to common technical and cultural adoption challenges Proven strategies for getting skeptical authors, editors, and reviewers on board with AI-assisted workflows

Investing in scholarly publishing requires thoughtful and strategic prioritization, especially given the numerous critical areas demanding attention—ranging from research integrity and publishing workflows to content discovery. How can organizations best allocate resources to secure a successful future for themselves and the broader scholarly publishing landscape? This session will explore investment strategies and frameworks relevant to organizations of all sizes. To put these strategies into practice, we’ll engage in an interactive “Scholarly Publishing Shark Tank," answering key questions around the partnerships, resources, and technological capabilities necessary for success. Our panelists, taking on dual roles as "Sharks," will divide attendees into groups, each tasked with developing a pitch on how to invest one million dollars. How will these aspiring innovators respond to tough questions and unexpected challenges posed by our Sharks?