Article Submission Guidelines
ArcWatch is a monthly online publication that is also distributed by email to subscribers worldwide. Many of the articles that appear in ArcWatch are contributed by Esri software users, partners, and others. Contributors are not paid, but an article about the work of your organization can benefit you professionally and raise the profile of GIS both inside and outside your organization.
To be considered, articles must follow the following guidelines.
We do not accept research papers, journal articles, promotional articles, press releases, or product announcements.
What are we looking for?
We’re seeking clear and engaging articles from members of the GIS community that describe the transformative ways their organizations use Esri ArcGIS technology. Articles should broadly appeal to readers of all backgrounds, including those with limited GIS experience.
All ArcWatch articles should:
- be 800 to 1200 words in length.
- describe the relevant ArcGIS technology.
- explain how the technology has changed how the organization operates.
- speak to the broader influence of GIS on the organization and/or the public.
With your submission, please include 2-3 high-resolution images with captions that are relevant to the organization’s application of ArcGIS technology. Acceptable images include, but aren’t limited to, photos of individuals using the technology, diagrams demonstrating the technology’s use, or maps produced with ArcGIS software. Images should be attached to the submission as individual JPG or PNG files.
Submit articles and images directly through the Esri Publications Submission Portal.
Emailed submissions will not be considered for publication.
Style and formatting requirements
- Write in the English language.
- Write in the third person.
- Write with an international audience in mind.
- Use unformatted, un-styled text only (no heavily formatted text).
- Submit article text in Microsoft Word (no PDFs or scanned images).
- Send graphics and artwork as separate files rather than embedded in your document. Images may be embedded in your document for illustrative purposes, but must also be sent separately.
- Authors should not be quoted in the article.
Author information
- Include the full name of all authors.
- Include photographs of the authors.
- Provide brief biographies for all authors that include titles and/or affiliation, education, and/or GIS-related work and interests.
Submission deadlines
ArcWatch is released monthly and submissions are accepted on a rolling basis.
Review Process
Articles that meet all requirements will be reviewed and considered for publication. If your article is chosen, you will be contacted by the publication editor via email. Additional information, graphics, or interviews may be requested at that time.
Ready to submit your article?
Editor contact information
ArcWatch Editor: Benjamin J. Smith
Address: Esri 380 New York Street Redlands, CA 92373-8100
USA
Email: arcwatch_editor@esri.com
Telephone: 909-396-7194 ext. 7194
