Managing large-scale systems with automated, centralized applications : using the Automated Submission System for law reviews

Abstract

Through the power of the internet, documents can be delivered almost instantaneously. Communications processes can happen faster. Existing systems may be centralized (or made sharable) and automated applications can be created. The concept of automated applications can be extended to many fields of endeavor, so that an Automated Submission System for Law Reviews is an attractive project. A distinctive feature of Law Reviews is that students are reviewing submissions from professors, other professionals, or even from other students. The product of this research is the compilation of system requirements, which dictated the data and business model. By contacting law students actively participating in Law Review Boards, as well as professors, the data model was enhanced. It was extremely important to assure that the system was useful enough so that it generated workflow benefits, to entice Law Reviews to adopt the system. The Automated Submission System for Law Reviews would facilitate the submission process and communication between Authors and Reviewers. The Automated Submission System for Law Review Articles will prove to be extremely convenient and attractive for both, Law Reviews and Authors, since it is a centralized system that provides information for all parties involved. Efficiency and usability are the key; the system provides these two essential elements.