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Operational SOP – Editorial Workflow & Publishing

 

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Operational SOP – Editorial Workflow & Publishing

1. Purpose

This Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) defines the editorial workflow and publishing process at WorldReview1989. The objective is to ensure consistency, quality, scalability, and editorial integrity as the platform grows.

This SOP applies to founders, editors, contributors, and collaborators involved in content production.

2. Editorial Principles

All editorial operations must align with the following principles:

  • Independence and objectivity

  • Accuracy and verification

  • Long-term analytical value

  • Transparency and accountability

Speed is secondary to quality.

3. Editorial Roles & Responsibilities

Founder / Editor-in-Chief

  • Sets editorial direction and priorities

  • Approves content themes and standards

  • Final decision on publication

Managing Editor (Future Role)

  • Oversees editorial calendar

  • Coordinates contributors and editors

  • Ensures deadlines and workflow efficiency

Contributors / Writers

  • Pitch and produce original content

  • Conduct research and fact-checking

  • Adhere to Contributor Guidelines

Editorial Reviewer (Optional / Future)

  • Reviews factual accuracy and clarity

  • Ensures alignment with editorial standards

4. Content Planning & Editorial Calendar

Planning Cycle

  • Monthly editorial planning

  • Quarterly thematic focus (macro, geopolitics, markets)

Editorial Calendar Includes:

  • Article title / working headline

  • Author

  • Category

  • Target publication date

  • Status (Pitch / Draft / Review / Published)

5. Content Pitch Process

Step 1: Pitch Submission

Contributors submit:

  • Working title

  • 3–5 bullet outline

  • Relevance and rationale

  • Key sources or data references

Step 2: Pitch Review

Editor evaluates:

  • Topic relevance

  • Analytical depth

  • Alignment with WorldReview1989 focus

Outcome:

  • Approved

  • Revision requested

  • Rejected

6. Writing & Drafting Phase

Draft Requirements

  • Original content only

  • Word count: typically 1,500–3,000+ words

  • Clear structure with headings

  • Proper sourcing and attribution

Author Responsibilities

  • Fact-check all claims

  • Distinguish analysis from opinion

  • Avoid promotional or speculative language

7. Editorial Review & Editing

Review Checklist

  • Accuracy and logical consistency

  • Source credibility

  • Clarity and flow

  • Compliance with editorial tone

  • EEAT alignment (author, sources, context)

Editors may request revisions before approval.

8. Fact-Checking & Verification

Critical data points must be:

  • Cross-verified with reliable sources

  • Updated to the most recent available information

If uncertainty exists, it must be clearly stated.

9. Pre-Publication Checklist

Before publishing, ensure:

  • Final headline approved

  • Author byline and bio included

  • Sources properly cited

  • Disclaimer included (where applicable)

  • Internal links added

  • Publication and update dates set

10. Publishing Process

Publishing Steps

  1. Upload content to CMS

  2. Format headings and layout

  3. Add metadata (title, description)

  4. Assign category and tags

  5. Preview and final check

  6. Publish

11. Post-Publication Workflow

Promotion

  • Share via newsletter

  • Social media excerpts (analysis-focused)

Monitoring

  • Track engagement metrics

  • Monitor reader feedback

Updates

  • Articles may be updated as new information emerges

  • Major updates should be noted transparently

12. Corrections & Updates Policy

If errors are identified:

  • Corrections are made promptly

  • Significant corrections are noted clearly

  • Transparency is prioritized

13. Archiving & Evergreen Content

  • Evergreen articles are reviewed periodically

  • Outdated content may be updated or archived

14. Documentation & Continuous Improvement

This SOP is a living document.

  • Reviewed periodically

  • Updated as the platform scales

  • Improved based on operational experience

15. Compliance

All contributors and editors must comply with this SOP.

Failure to adhere may result in content rejection or contributor removal.

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