Reviewer Appointment Criteria

• Expertise Alignment: Identify potential reviewers with demonstrated expertise in the specific areas covered by the conference.
• Academic and Professional Credentials: Preferably select reviewers holding significant professional, academic, or industry experience in relevant fields.
• Prior Reviewing Experience: Consider individuals with a history of reviewing for reputable conferences or journals.
• Publication Record: Reviewers should have a strong record of publications in esteemed journals or conferences.
• Diversity and Inclusion: Aim for a diverse pool of reviewers in terms of geography, gender, and institutional affiliation.

Recruitment Process

• Nominations: Allow current committee members and established researchers to nominate potential reviewers.
• Application Review: Assess applications based on the outlined selection criteria and conference themes.
• Database Utilization: Utilize existing databases of industry and academic leaders to identify qualified researchers.

Reviewer Responsibilities

• Timely Reviews: Commit to providing thorough and prompt evaluations within the stipulated deadlines.
• Constructive Feedback: Offer detailed, specific, and professional feedback to help authors improve their work.
• Confidentiality: Maintain the confidentiality of submitted manuscripts throughout the review process.
• Conflict of Interest Disclosure: Identify and disclose any potential conflicts of interest to ensure impartiality.

Review Process

• Assignment of Papers: Allocate papers based on reviewer expertise, ensuring a minimum of two reviewers per paper.
• Single-Blind Review: Implement a single-blind review process to minimize bias.
• Evaluation Criteria: Provide clear guidelines on relevance, originality, technical soundness, clarity, and contribution.
• Review Monitoring: Monitor the quality and timeliness of reviews to maintain high standards.

Recognition and Development

• Acknowledgment: Recognize reviewers' contributions through certificates and by highlighting exemplary reviews.