KnowledgeWorks Global Ltd. (KGL), the leading provider of transformative content solutions and part of CJK Group, Inc., has recently acquired peer review and associated scholarly publishing services provider, Origin Editorial.
Based in Arvada, CO, and employing a wide network of experienced editorial professionals, Origin offers a full complement of peer review management, copyediting/proofreading, and production services, as well as consultancies, for a wide range of journal and other publishing needs. The company facilitates the entire journal publishing process, from editorial assistant to publication director services. In addition to peer review management, consulting, and production services, Origin also offers reporting and analytics and workflow and technology optimization.
KGL will retain Origin’s management and team of associates and integrate them with its existing peer review and editorial group. With decades of experience supporting over 500 journals, KGL Editorial’s 200+ managing editors, credentialed subject editors, and editorial associates based in the US, Europe, and India provide comprehensive editorial office, peer review and production management, research integrity, developmental editing, and specialized services to publishers, editors, authors, and reviewers.
“The acquisition of Origin Editorial represents a strategic alignment of our commitment to providing comprehensive, high-quality peer review solutions,” said Atul Goel, President of KGL. “Integrating Origin’s considerable editorial experience and shared excellence with KGL’s global scale and technologies will enable us to deliver even greater value to our combined clients and partners in the academic community. We are thrilled to welcome Origin’s talented team to the KGL family as we continue to advance the future of journal publishing.”
“Joining KGL is an exciting next chapter for Origin Editorial,” said Kristen Overstreet, Senior Partner at Origin. “For years, we have built our reputation on efficiency, proactive management, and a personal touch that ensures our clients feel supported at every stage of the publishing process.” Jason Roberts, PhD, Senior Partner at Origin, added, “Uniting with KGL allows us to extend that same level of service to a broader audience while making the most of KGL’s innovative peer review technology and global infrastructure. Together, we are poised to redefine excellence in scholarly communications.”
