Journal of Computer and Information Systems Ampera (Journal-CISA) recognizes that generative artificial intelligence (AI) and AI-assisted tools (such as ChatGPT, Gemini, Copilot, Grammarly, and similar large language model–based tools) can support research and writing. This policy, aligned with the COPE position statement on authorship and AI tools, sets out how such tools may be used by authors, reviewers, and editors.

For Authors

• AI is not an author. AI tools cannot meet the authorship criteria, because they cannot take responsibility for the work, approve the final version, or be accountable for its integrity. AI tools must not be listed as authors or co-authors.
• Permitted use. Authors may use AI tools to improve language, grammar, and readability, and as research tools (for example, for coding or data analysis) when this is part of the methodology.
• Disclosure. Any use of generative AI beyond basic spelling and grammar checking must be disclosed in a statement placed before the References section, titled “Declaration of Generative AI Use”, naming the tool, its version, and the purpose of use. Where AI is used as part of the research method, it must also be described in the Methods section.
• Responsibility. Authors are fully responsible for the accuracy, originality, and integrity of all content, including any text, data, references, or images produced with AI assistance. Authors must verify all AI-generated output, as it may be incorrect, biased, or contain fabricated references.
• Prohibited use. Generating or manipulating research data, results, or images with AI in a way that misrepresents the findings, and citing references that the authors have not verified, are treated as research misconduct (see Allegation of Research Misconduct).

For Reviewers

• Manuscripts under review are confidential. Reviewers must not upload a manuscript, or any part of it, to a generative AI tool, as this may breach the authors' confidentiality and intellectual property rights.
• Reviewers must not use generative AI to write their review reports. Peer review requires the reviewer's own critical judgment, and the reviewer is accountable for the content of the report. Tools may be used only to improve the language of a report the reviewer has written.

For Editors

• Editors must not upload submitted manuscripts or decision letters containing confidential information to generative AI tools, and must not use such tools to make editorial decisions.
• The journal may use technology-based tools, such as similarity-check software, to support quality control, under human oversight.

Undisclosed Use

If undisclosed or inappropriate use of generative AI is identified before publication, the manuscript may be returned to the authors or rejected. If identified after publication, the article will be handled under the Correction and Retraction policy.

This policy will be updated as tools and community standards evolve.