Aims & Scope
The Journal of Design Service and Social Innovation (JDSSI) is an international, peer-reviewed scholarly journal dedicated to advancing research at the intersection of design, service innovation, and social transformation. The journal aims to provide a rigorous academic platform for the dissemination of original research, theoretical developments, and methodological contributions that address complex societal challenges through design.
JDSSI focuses on the role of design as a strategic and systemic approach to innovation, emphasizing its capacity to generate social value, improve public services, and support sustainable development. The journal encourages interdisciplinary perspectives that integrate design with fields such as social sciences, management, technology, and cultural studies.
Scope of the Journal
The journal welcomes high-quality submissions, including, but not limited to, the following areas:
- Service design theory, methods, and practice
- Design for social innovation and public sector transformation
- Human-centered design and user experience in complex systems
- Design policy, governance, and strategic design
- Sustainability, resilience, and design for societal impact
- Participatory design, co-design, and community engagement
- Digital service innovation and emerging technologies in design
- Design research methodologies and epistemology
- Cultural, ethical, and contextual dimensions of design
Submission Criteria
Submissions to JDSSI should:
- Present original and unpublished research
- Demonstrate clear research questions and methodological rigor
- Contribute to international scholarly discourse
- Be of relevance to both academic researchers and professional practitioners
The journal does not consider purely descriptive manuscripts, lacks analytical depth, or falls outside the defined scope.
Positioning Statement
JDSSI positions itself as a platform for scholarly inquiry rather than professional reporting, with a strong emphasis on research-driven design knowledge production. The journal seeks to bridge theory and practice by fostering critical dialogue across disciplines and geographic regions.
Researchers from different fields are welcome to submit manuscripts that advance our understanding of design service and social innovation. JDSSI is committed to publishing rigorous, impactful research that contributes to solving real-world social challenges through design.
