Evolution and achievements of BRQ Business Research Quarterly (2014–2022)

Abstract

Creative Commons Non Commercial CC BY-NC: This article is distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 License (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/) which permits non-commercial use, reproduction and distribution of the work without further permission provided the original work is attributed as specified on the SAGE and Open Access page (https://uk.sagepub.com/aboutus/openaccess.htm). Over the past decade, BRQ Business Research Quarterly has undergone a complete transformation from a publication with a predominantly domestic orientation to one with a clear international vocation. One manifestation of this evolution has been an impressive and unexpected increase in the number of original submissions received, from 183 in 2014 to 510 in 2022. As a result of this evolution, the structure of the journal has also been modified accordingly. Following my appointment as editor-inchief, and at the suggestion of the previous editor, an intermediate link between the editor-in-chief and the associate editors was established, in the form of senior editors. These senior editors have made an extraordinary contribution by conducting a preliminary evaluation of submissions that merit further consideration. BRQ has now expanded its editorial organizational structure to include 4 senior editors and 26 associate editors. Moreover, a new advisory board has been established, comprising of the three former editors of the journal. This initiative has been implemented to strengthen the long-term strategy of the aforementioned journal. Given the previously discussed context and almost a decade since the former Cuadernos de Economía y Dirección de la Empresa (CEDE) became BRQ Business Research Quarterly, it appears to be an appropriate moment to assess the evolution, achievements, and future challenges of BRQ. In this editorial, Alejandro Escribá and Yama Temouri, both former associate editors of the journal, and colleagues provide an analysis of how BRQ has developed since 2014, when it adopted a new strategy to enhance its international reputation as a top-tier management journal. By actively engaging with and encouraging contributions from authors, reviewers, and editorial board members, BRQ is working toward building a sustainable network of stakeholders who are committed to the journal’s mission and values. The continued support and participation of former associate editors, such as Alejandro and Yama, demonstrate the journal’s ability to foster longterm partnerships with its community. I would like to express my sincere gratitude to Alejandro’s and Yama’s teams for their selfless dedication to this analysis. Their continued involvement with BRQ after the completion of their editorial duties is a testament to the journal’s ongoing efforts to foster a strong and committed community. As BRQ continues to evolve and grow, it is vital to maintain the trust and confidence of its stakeholders. By fostering a sense of community, the journal can ensure that it remains a reputable and influential platform for disseminating high-quality management research. The diagnosis provided in this editorial represents a crucial step toward addressing the exciting challenges that lie ahead. Looking to the future, BRQ faces several challenges. The journal must continue to maintain its reputation for publishing high-quality research and attracting top-level scholars. In addition, BRQ needs to strengthen its presence in the international academic community by establishing partnerships with leading research institutions and actively promoting its articles to scholars worldwide. The recent agreements between ACEDE and both the Academy of Management and the European Academy of Management are indicative of the journal’s positive direction, and it is hoped that they will contribute to enhancing the quality of manuscripts that BRQ publishes. Overall, BRQ has made significant progress in becoming a leading international management journal. The efforts of the editorial team, reviewers, and authors have culminated in the journal’s success and recognition among the academic community. Despite the challenges ahead, BRQ is well-positioned to continue its trajectory of excellence in research and scholarship.