Optimizing the reporting and conduct of systematic literature reviews and meta-analyses

Analyzing the Role of Computer Science in Shaping Modern Economic and Management Practices. Bibliometric Analysis

“…This transparency is crucial for the replicability of studies and for their critical appraisal by peers and other stakeholders, since this technique standardizes the reporting of systematic reviews, fostering consistency across studies, which is essential for comparing and synthesizing research findings effectively, so that by adhering to these guidelines, researchers can significantly improve the quality and credibility of their reviews, as it helps in identifying potential biases and ensures comprehensive coverage of relevant literature, guides the literature search process, a critical step in systematic reviews, influencing the scope and depth of findings (Ardern et al, 2022;Carbonell-Alcocer et al, 2023). Its endorsement by many academic journals underscores its role in facilitating the publication and dissemination of research, thus standing out as an indispensable guideline in academic research, ensuring the reliability and utility of systematic reviews and metaanalyses in contributing to the scientific community (Castro Arteaga et al, 2022;Boyadzhieva et al, 2023). Furthermore, as indicated in the introduction, bibliometric methods offer an objective, data-driven analysis of different academic fields, minimizing subjective biases through quantitative indicators such as citation counts, and improving literature reviews by providing a global view of research trends, seminal papers, and knowledge gaps.…”