Publisher
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
Journal Description
IEEE Communications Standards Magazine is a peer-reviewed, quarterly publication of the IEEE that serves as an authoritative forum for the presentation and discussion of standards-related topics in the field of communications and networking. The magazine brings together researchers, industry practitioners, policymakers, and standards developers to examine the technical, economic, and regulatory dimensions of communications standards. By bridging theory, practice, and policy, the magazine supports informed dialogue on how standards shape innovation and interoperability in global communication systems.
Published by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), the magazine emphasizes the strategic role of standards in the evolution of communication technologies. It highlights the interactions between technological development, intellectual property, industry collaboration, and regulatory frameworks. Indexed in Scopus from 2017 to 2025, IEEE Communications Standards Magazine provides broad international visibility and serves as a trusted resource for professionals engaged in the design, implementation, and governance of communications standards.
Focus and Scope
IEEE Communications Standards Magazine focuses on the development, adoption, and impact of standards across all areas of communications and networking. Topics include wireless and wired communication standards, networking protocols, interoperability frameworks, standardization methodologies, and best practices in standards development. The magazine also addresses the role of standards in fostering technical innovation, ensuring reliability and quality, and supporting scalable and secure communication infrastructures.
In addition, the magazine explores cross-disciplinary issues such as intellectual property rights in standardization, economics of standards, industry–academia collaboration, and the influence of national and international policies and regulations on standards adoption. Contributions are welcomed from engineering, computer science, law, economics, and management disciplines, reflecting the multifaceted nature of standardization. Through this broad scope, the magazine aims to advance understanding of how communications standards influence industry dynamics and societal outcomes worldwide.