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Revision Submission Tracking

noun

Pronunciation: /rɪˈvɪʒ.ən səbˈmɪʃ.ən ˈtræk.ɪŋ/

The systematic recording and monitoring of revised manuscript submissions, including version control, submission dates, and comparison against original reviewer recommendations. This ensures compliance with revision deadlines and facilitates re-review coordination.

Plain English

The process of recording and monitoring when authors resubmit revised versions of their manuscript.

Etymology & History

Origin languageLatin, Old English
Rootreviso (to look over again) + traccare (to follow)
First recorded use1990s
Usage frequencyCommon

Usage

"Revision submission tracking indicated that the author had missed the six-month resubmission deadline, requiring editor discretion on acceptance."

Style guide notes: Use 'revision submission tracking' as compound noun; do not hyphenate except in rare adjectival use.

Also known as

version control revision monitoring resubmission management

Contrasted with

static manuscript unmonitored revisions

Related Terms

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is revision submission tracking important?

Tracking ensures revisions meet deadlines, maintains version control, and prevents manuscript loss.

What happens if revision deadlines are missed?

Editors may reject the manuscript, request new reviews, or grant extension based on circumstances.

Why Test Candidates on This?

Important for understanding manuscript workflow management and administrative journal operations.

Required skill level: Junior

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