Quarterly readers report that they particularly like practical “how-to” articles that can be easily applied to their own work. Case studies that describe actual methodology used or discussions of audit challenges, including practical solutions, are well received. Submissions may also be theoretical or philosophical in nature, but should include practical applications of theory (i.e., an analysis of the impact on the profession).

For purposes of the editorial and formatting process, Quarterly submissions should meet the following criteria:

• Target length should be 1,000-1,500 words and no more than 2,000 words, although exceptions may be made depending on the content.
  
• Embed any visual elements (pictures, tables, charts, graphs, etc.) directly in the Word document and ensure each visual element has a reference (e.g., "as shown in the table below" or "depicted in Table 6 below") included in the article's narrative text.
  
• Provide complete citations for any content originating from another source, formatted in accordance with the Chicago Manual of Style. If a work is copyrighted, permission to use it must be obtained. Any images in the article that were not created by the authors should be public domain or published with permission of—and attribution to—the original copyright owner.
  
• All text (body and headings) should be 11-point black Arial font.
  
• Periods should be followed by only one space.
  

Authors should strive to submit articles that:

• Have a clear message and topic
  
• Include a concise introduction and conclusion
  
• Present information in a manner that flows logically
  
• Include a title and subheadings to break text into separate sections
  
• Limit the use of technical jargon and acronyms
  
• Avoid slang and idiomatic language
  

Articles should be submitted online using the Quarterly Submission Form. The submission must include:

• Full text of the article with a title
  
• Any visual elements (pictures, tables, charts, graphs, etc.) embedded directly in the Word document.
  
• The author's name, office, title, and contact information
  
• A short professional bio
  
• A short, 1-2 sentence summary of the article to appear in the ALGA email announcement

Authors should only submit a final draft with a clear introduction and conclusion, including appropriately placed subheadings, and free from spelling and grammatical errors. The Publications Committee will edit the article, making minor corrections or contacting the author if more extensive corrections are needed. Content that appears to be advertorial or seeking commercial benefit is not allowed and will be removed during the Publication Committee's editing process.

All articles that are submitted at least one month before the next publication date will be considered for publication in the next issue. Accepted articles are filed according to their date of acceptance, but they may not always be published in precise chronological order because of special editorial considerations (an issue focusing on a special theme, for example). In rare instances, we will have more articles than can be accommodated in a single issue. In the event that an article is postponed, the author will be notified.