Elevating scholarly publishing—Exciting partnerships, events, and more!
In this edition of Kaleidoscope, we bring you an exciting announcement about our new partnership with Sabinet, insights from The Scholarly Kitchen article on mental health, updates on upcoming industry events, and more.
Kriyadocs and Sabinet announce partnership to elevate scholarly publishing in South Africa 📚
We are excited to announce a new partnership with Sabinet , a prominent leader in the South African information sector. This collaboration marks Kriyadocs' entry into the African scholarly publishing market, with a focus on driving growth and innovation in the region.
Sabinet will leverage Kriyadocs ’ advanced technology to deliver a comprehensive and sustainable publishing solution for South African and African publishers. This partnership aims to streamline the publishing process and enhance the experience for authors, editors, and reviewers.
We are excited to join forces with Sabinet to bring our innovative solutions to the South African market. - Ravi Venkataramani, CEO, Kriyadocs
By combining Kriyadocs’ advanced publishing system with Sabinet’s unparalleled local support and ability to process payments in local currency, we are empowering African publishers to thrive within the broader publishing ecosystem - Ros Hattingh, Managing Director, Sabinet
Together, Kriyadocs and Sabinet are committed to supporting the scholarly community in South Africa and Africa, fostering innovation and improving knowledge dissemination.
It’s OK to talk ‘mental health’, isn’t it? 💭
Sowmya Mahadevan, our COO and Co-Founder, alongside Lou Peck, the CEO and Founder of The International Bunch , share their insights in a candid and heartfelt post about mental health on The Scholarly Kitchen. In the guest post titled "Mental Health Awareness Mondays: It’s OK to Talk ‘Mental Health’, Isn’t it? Two Founders, Two Opinions", both founders delve into their personal journeys with mental health, the challenges they have faced while running their businesses, and the lessons they have learned along the way.
I strongly believe that effective communication is also very important in maintaining strong relationships and managing stress. Honesty opens you up to solidifying and strengthening connections. - Sowmya Mahadevan
They discuss the importance of mental health awareness within organizations and offer practical advice for new entrepreneurs on how to support their mental well-being. Sowmya and Lou also reflect on how the pressures of leadership can affect mental health and emphasize the need for a supportive and understanding work environment.
For me, it’s all about being kind to yourself and recognizing when you need to get support. It’s not a weakness to show that you need help or support, it’s a strength. - Lou Peck
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The limits of ‘free’: Insights into scholarly publishing solutions💡
In a new blog post titled "The Limits of ‘Free’," Jason De Boer , our Growth Director, explores the potential pitfalls associated with deploying open source software in scholarly publishing.
Jason contrasts this with software-as-a-service (SaaS) options, like those offered by Kriyadocs, which manage infrastructure, provide regular updates, and offer robust user support. This approach can be more sustainable and affordable in the long run, making it a practical choice for publishers seeking efficiency and scalability.
Join us at the ALPSP Conference 2024: Scholarly publishing in the era of OA and gen AI 🚀
We are excited to be a sponsor of the The Association Of Learned and Professional Society Publishers (ALPSP) Conference and Awards 2024, with our CEO, Ravi Venkataramani , on the Conference Programme Committee.
We look forward to exciting sessions and discussions on open access, scholarly publishing in the era of generative AI, along with other pivotal topics shaping the future of the industry.
Join us at Publisherspeak US 2024 this September! 📅
We are thrilled to be gearing up for Publisherspeak US 2024, taking place on September 24th. Carlos Álvarez-Aranyos, Co-Founder and Chief Communications Officer at The American Sunlight Project, joins us as our keynote speaker. Carlos will delve into the pivotal role of scholarship in the evolving information landscape, a crucial discussion in today’s era of information challenges.
We are excited to have Audra E. Cox, Damita S., Katherine Lavallee-Sharma, and John W. Warren as our breakout session chairs, who will guide engaging and insightful discussions.
Join us in exploring the future of publishing at Publisherspeak US 2024!