Hi, just wanted to flag the new workflow proposed by ACM: https://www.acm.org/publications/taps/word-template-workflow
Basically the authors submit their manuscript in single column format, and the reviewers are expected to estimate the contribution from word count, number of tables, number of figures and number of pages. I’ve been reviewing for TEI using this system, which might be a little bit confusing at first. But the reasons for this change are clearly explained here: https://www.acm.org/articles/pubs-newsletter/2019/blue-diamond-mar-2019#3
In summary:
- Separation of content vs presentation
- Accessibility
- Sustainability / longevity
The rationale for this change is also to propose a ‘“review format” that is lightweight and requires minimal author effort to prepare’.