Flexible Services and Manufacturing Journal

metrics 2024

Bridging Theory and Practice in Manufacturing Excellence

Introduction

Flexible Services and Manufacturing Journal is a pivotal publication in the fields of Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering as well as Management Science and Operations Research, renowned for its rigorous approach to advancing the intersection of service and manufacturing domains. Published by Springer, this journal boasts a commendable impact factor and ranks in the top quartiles, signifying its position among the leading academic outlets in its categories. With a broad scope that encompasses innovative methodologies, case studies, and empirical research, it aims to foster dialogue and understanding among researchers and practitioners alike. The journal invites contributions that advance theory and practice, as well as interdisciplinary perspectives that enhance the operational dynamics of both industries. Since its inception in 2006, Flexible Services and Manufacturing Journal has emerged as a critical resource for those looking to explore the complexities of flexible service delivery and manufacturing processes, establishing itself as essential reading for academics, industry professionals, and students pursuing cutting-edge research.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.77
Journal Impact Factor2.50
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)2.50
H-Index53
Journal IF Without Self2.50
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.22
Influence0.59
Immediacy Index0.80
Cited Half Life5.00
Citing Half Life6.50
JCI0.46
Total Documents620
WOS Total Citations917
SCIMAGO Total Citations3348
SCIMAGO SELF Citations172
Scopus Journal Rank0.77
Cites / Document (2 Years)3.35
Cites / Document (3 Years)3.23
Cites / Document (4 Years)3.27

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering in Engineering
Rank #104/384
Percentile 72.92
Quartile Q2
Management Science and Operations Research in Decision Sciences
Rank #64/207
Percentile 69.08
Quartile Q2

IF (Web Of Science)

ENGINEERING, INDUSTRIAL
Rank 31/69
Percentile 55.80
Quartile Q2
ENGINEERING, MANUFACTURING
Rank 37/68
Percentile 46.30
Quartile Q3
OPERATIONS RESEARCH & MANAGEMENT SCIENCE
Rank 40/106
Percentile 62.70
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

ENGINEERING, INDUSTRIAL
Rank 40/69
Percentile 42.03
Quartile Q3
ENGINEERING, MANUFACTURING
Rank 46/68
Percentile 32.35
Quartile Q3
OPERATIONS RESEARCH & MANAGEMENT SCIENCE
Rank 63/106
Percentile 40.57
Quartile Q3

Quartile History

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