The journal operates under an open-access policy, allowing authors to retain copyright without restrictions. Articles published after 2021 are released under the Creative Commons CC-BY-SA license, promoting accessibility and sharing. The journal covers diverse submissions, including research papers, literature reviews, and conceptual papers, while refraining from accepting book reviews. Notably, CIE upholds a commitment to a transparent and rigorous peer-review process, utilizing a double-blind review system that typically takes 5 to 6 months. Furthermore, the journal adopts a continuous publication model, ensuring prompt online release of articles once they have undergone the necessary review, copyediting, and layout processes.