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Platforms Template

Write in a clean editor, then format for Platforms in one click — DocuGuru applies the official MDPI template with numbered references and exports a submission-ready PDF plus the editable LaTeX source. Free to start.

About the Platforms format

Platforms is a peer-reviewed journal published by MDPI, covering Sharing Economy and Platforms, Digital Transformation in Industry, Digital Marketing and Social Media. Over its lifetime it has published 56 papers, which have received 250 citations.

PublisherMDPI
Reference styleNumbered (MDPI)
Numbered — [1], [2] in the text
1. Smith, A.; Jones, B.; Lee, C. A Representative Article Title. Platforms 2023, 12, 45–58.

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Publishes research inSharing Economy and Platforms Digital Transformation in Industry Digital Marketing and Social Media Digital Platforms and Economics Technology Adoption and User Behaviour
ISSN2813-4176
Citation impact (2-yr)3.88
h-index9
i10-index5
Open accessYes — indexed in DOAJ
Top institutions publishing hereCentre National de la Recherche Scientifique
You getA submission-ready PDF and the editable LaTeX source — ready to submit.

Papers published in Platforms per year

1
2022
5
2023
16
2024
21
2025

Citation impact of Platforms by publication year

7
2022
48
2023
139
2024
41
2025

Citations each year’s papers have accumulated so far — the most recent years are still building up.

Most-cited papers in Platforms

The Use of Digital Twins to Address Smart Tourist Destinations’ Future Challenges

Lázaro Florido‐Benítez · 9 Dec 2024

This research aims to conceptualise the use of the digital twins (DT) tool in tourism to address smart tourist destinations’ future challenges to enhance tourists’ experiences and residents’ quality of life through better services developed by DTs. This paper investigated the use of DT technology to tackle the new challenges facing smart tourist destinations (STDs)…

The Confluence of Digital Literacy and Eco-Consciousness: Harmonizing Digital Skills with Sustainable Practices in Education

Noble Lo · 4 Feb 2024

This study investigates the implementation and impact of maker culture—viewed as a tool for developing green digital skills—in higher education institutions in Hong Kong. Maker culture, a collaborative educational approach, embraces students’ capacity for self-paced, autonomous learning and applies this knowledge to creative problem-solving and innovation, key aspects of sustainability education. An empirical study was…

From Traditional to Digital: The Evolution of Business Models in Hospitality Through Platforms

Adelina Zeqiri · 8 Dec 2024

The hospitality business model has undergone profound changes influenced by successive waves of technological advances and platforms. This paper explores how different waves of technologies and platforms are shaping the evolution of the hospitality business model. Employing a systematic literature review, this research analyzes how platform innovation has driven significant shifts in the industry. The…

Analysis of Maintenance Techniques for a Three-Dimensional Digital Twin-Based Railway Facility with Tunnels

Min-Kyeong Kim, Dong-kyu Hwang, Duckshin Park · 28 Jan 2023

In accordance with the paradigm of the 4th and Industrial Revolution, the introduction of building information modeling is expected in all areas related to railroad construction, operation and management, along with the establishment of a metaverse platform that combines big data, the Internet of Things, and artificial intelligence. The performance of tasks related to the…

Unraveling the Determinants of Platform Economy Adoption in Developing Countries: An Extended Application of the UTAUT2 Model with a Privacy Calculus Perspective

Mounir Dahmani, Adel Ben Youssef · 15 Jun 2023

The platform economy has emerged as a transformative force in various industries, reshaping consumer behavior and the way businesses operate in the digital age. Understanding the factors that influence the adoption of these platforms is essential for their continued development and widespread use. This study examines the determinants of economic platform adoption in Tunisia by…

Platforms template — frequently asked questions

How do I write a paper in the Platforms format?
In DocuGuru you write your manuscript in a normal editor — no LaTeX setup required — and select the Platforms template. When you export, DocuGuru compiles the paper into the official MDPI format and hands you a submission-ready PDF along with the editable LaTeX source.
What reference style does Platforms use?
Platforms uses Numbered (MDPI) references, shown as numbered [1], [2] markers in the text. DocuGuru formats every in-text citation and the reference list in this exact style automatically. A reference appears like this: 1. Smith, A.; Jones, B.; Lee, C. A Representative Article Title. Platforms 2023, 12, 45–58.
Do I need to know LaTeX to submit to Platforms?
No. DocuGuru generates the mdpi LaTeX class and compiles the PDF for you in the background, so you get a MDPI-ready Platforms document without writing any LaTeX. If you do want it, the LaTeX source is included in the export.
Can I import an existing draft into the Platforms template?
Yes. Paste or upload your current manuscript — Word, LaTeX, Markdown, or plain text — and DocuGuru reflows it into the Platforms format with correct headings, figures, tables, and numbered citations.
What is Platforms?
Platforms - MDPI Journal. It is a multidisciplinary journal, published by MDPI.
Can I export a submission-ready Platforms PDF?
Yes — DocuGuru produces a PDF built with the official Platforms template (the mdpi class) that is ready to submit to MDPI, together with the matching LaTeX source files.
How much does the Platforms template cost?
You can start writing in the Platforms template for free. Exporting the final submission-ready Platforms PDF and LaTeX source is part of DocuGuru's paid plans — see the app for current pricing.
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