Publication Ethics, Standards, Strategy, & Practice

Last update: September 2026

ISMPP develops practical resources to help medical publication and communications professionals apply ethical standards, good publication practice, and strategic thinking in their day-to-day work.

This collection brings together ISMPP-developed guidance, tools, templates, and educational materials addressing key aspects of publication ethics, standards, strategy, and practice. Resources are designed to translate principles and best practices into practical approaches that publication professionals can adapt within their organizations and workflows. Explore the resources below to support responsible, transparent, and effective publication planning and delivery.

Strategic Publication Planning Toolkit (ISMPP Member Resource)

Practical guidance for developing more thoughtful, insight-driven, and strategically aligned publication plans. The toolkit focuses on three foundational components—insights, SWOT analysis, and publication objectives—and includes practical guidance, examples, case studies, and considerations for responsible use of AI. [Strategic Publication Planning Toolkit]

Author Agreements for Scientific Publications: ISMPP Guidance and Template (ISMPP Member Resource)

Guidance and a practical template to support the development and implementation of author agreements for scientific publications. The resource addresses author and sponsor roles and responsibilities, alignment with Good Publication Practice, and practical considerations informed by industry benchmarking and best practices. [Author Agreements for Scientific Publications]

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