How do Crossref Sponsored Partners submit annual reports?

​Crossref Sponsored Partners are required to submit annual reports that detail their outreach and training activities. ​crossref.org

Key Components of the Annual Reports:

• Outreach Activities: Descriptions of efforts to engage with potential members, including workshops, seminars, and other promotional events.​
• Training Initiatives: Information on training sessions provided to existing members, focusing on best practices for metadata management, DOI registration, and utilization of Crossref services.​

Submission Process:

While specific submission procedures are not publicly detailed, it is standard practice for Sponsored Partners to coordinate directly with Crossref for report submission. This may involve submitting reports via designated online platforms or through direct communication channels established between the partner and Crossref.​

Importance of Annual Reports:

• Transparency: These reports provide insight into the partner's activities, ensuring alignment with Crossref's mission to make scholarly content easy to find, cite, link, assess, and reuse.​
• Accountability: Regular reporting holds Sponsored Partners accountable for their commitments, fostering trust within the scholarly community.​
• Continuous Improvement: The reports offer an opportunity to assess the effectiveness of outreach and training efforts, facilitating enhancements in future initiatives.​

Maintaining accurate and timely annual reports is essential for Sponsored Partners to uphold their status with Crossref. Failure to comply with reporting requirements could lead to a reevaluation of their sponsorship status.​

For organizations aiming to streamline their publishing operations and ensure compliance with Crossref's standards, platforms like Scholar9 and OJSCloud offer integrated solutions. These platforms assist in efficient metadata management and DOI registration, aligning with the expectations set for Sponsored Partners.