KnowledgeWorks Global Ltd. (KGL), a CJK Group, Inc. company and a leading provider of transformative content solutions, has announced its acquisition of Origin Editorial, a premier provider of peer review and editorial services for the scholarly publishing industry. This strategic move is expected to enhance KGL’s global editorial and peer review capabilities, offering expanded support for academic publishers, editors, and researchers.
Expanding Editorial and Peer Review Expertise
Origin Editorial, based in Arvada, Colorado, is known for its comprehensive peer review management, copyediting, production, and consulting services. The company has built a strong reputation for optimizing editorial workflows and supporting journal operations from submission to final publication. With an extensive team of experienced editorial professionals, Origin Editorial provides solutions tailored to the needs of publishers, academic societies, and research institutions.
Under this acquisition, Origin’s leadership and team will remain intact, integrating seamlessly with KGL’s existing peer review and editorial operations. KGL Editorial already supports over 500 academic journals with a global team of over 200 managing editors, subject matter experts, and editorial professionals across the United States, Europe, and India.
A Shared Commitment to Scholarly Excellence
Atul Goel, President of KGL, emphasized the alignment between the two organizations in their commitment to high-quality peer review solutions and cutting-edge publishing technologies.
“The acquisition of Origin Editorial represents a strategic alignment of our commitment to providing comprehensive, high-quality peer review solutions. Integrating Origin’s considerable editorial experience and shared excellence with KGL’s global scale and technologies will enable us to deliver even greater value to our combined clients and partners in the academic community. We are thrilled to welcome Origin’s talented team to the KGL family as we continue to advance the future of journal publishing.”
Kristen Overstreet, Senior Partner at Origin Editorial, expressed enthusiasm about joining KGL:
“For years, we have built our reputation on efficiency, proactive management, and a personal touch that ensures our clients feel supported at every stage of the publishing process. Joining KGL is an exciting next chapter for Origin Editorial.”
Jason Roberts, PhD, Senior Partner at Origin, added:
“Uniting with KGL allows us to extend our high-level service to a broader audience while making the most of KGL’s innovative peer review technology and global infrastructure. Together, we are poised to redefine excellence in scholarly communications.”
Strengthening the Future of Academic Publishing
The acquisition marks a significant milestone in the evolution of peer review management and editorial services. With KGL’s technological expertise and global reach, combined with Origin’s specialized editorial capabilities, the collaboration is expected to drive greater efficiency, transparency, and innovation in scholarly publishing.
As the demand for high-quality peer review and editorial management solutions grows, this merger positions KGL and Origin Editorial to provide unparalleled support for academic publishers and researchers worldwide.