At the Bangladesh Journal of Management Information Systems (BJMIS), we are committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of all individuals interacting with our journal. We adhere strictly to the ethical standards established by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) to ensure the responsible collection, use, and protection of personal data.

This Privacy Statement outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information in compliance with COPE’s ethical guidelines, which emphasize transparency, respect for privacy, and ethical practices in research, publication, and data management.

1. Data Collection and Use

We collect personal information only when necessary for legitimate purposes related to the publication process, including author and reviewer communication, editorial management, and research purposes. This information may include names, email addresses, institutional affiliations, and other contact information. We ensure that the information we collect is relevant to the operations of the journal and does not exceed what is required for our publication activities.

2. Transparency and Informed Consent

We are committed to transparency in collecting and using your personal information. Where applicable, we will clearly inform you about how your data will be utilized and seek your explicit consent before processing your personal data. You have the right to withdraw your consent at any time, and we will respect that decision accordingly.

3. Confidentiality and Anonymity

We take all reasonable steps to ensure the confidentiality and security of your data. Any personal information provided will be securely stored and accessed only by authorized personnel with a legitimate need to use the data. In the case of publications or research requiring data use, we will anonymize or pseudonymize your data to protect your identity unless explicit consent for disclosure has been obtained.

4. Data Retention and Security

Personal data will be retained only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, in accordance with the ethical guidelines and legal requirements. Once the data is no longer needed, it will be securely deleted or anonymized to ensure it cannot be misused.

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to safeguard personal data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.

5. Third-Party Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or disclose your personal data to third parties without your consent unless required by law or necessary to fulfill the journal’s editorial and publication activities. In cases where personal data is shared with third parties (e.g., for peer review or research collaborations), we ensure that these parties adhere to the same privacy standards and ethical practices to protect your information.

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to access, correct, or update your personal information. You may also request the deletion of your data or ask for restrictions on its processing. If you believe that your privacy rights have been violated or have concerns about how your data is being handled, please contact us to address the issue. You may escalate the matter to the relevant data protection authorities if necessary.

7. Ethical Standards and Accountability

As a publication that adheres to COPE’s ethical standards, BJMIS ensures accountability and transparency in the collection, use, and storage of personal information. We ensure that all staff, editors, and reviewers are trained to follow best practices for handling personal data, maintaining confidentiality, and upholding ethical standards in all aspects of the publication process.

We regularly review our privacy practices to ensure compliance with legal requirements and COPE’s guidelines. Any significant updates or changes to this Privacy Statement will be communicated transparently.

8. Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Statement or how BJMIS handles your personal information, please contact us at:

Bangladesh Journal of MIS (BJMIS)
Room: 2001, Department of Management Information Systems (MIS),
Faculty of Business Studies, University of Dhaka
Dhaka 1000, Bangladesh.
Email: editor.bjmis@du.ac.bd