AI-Enabled ERP Platform for Publishing Lifecycle
Manna is an all-in-one platform that helps publishers manage content, teams, and business workflows adapted to your publishing process.
Publishing as One Connected Operation
Most publishers run their business through disconnected applications: author submissions in one tool, production with an outsourced typesetter, subscriptions in spreadsheets, and finance in a generic ERP. Manna connects these critical stages through shared data and automated handoffs.
Acquire Content
Author portals, manuscript ingestion, formatting validation, initial screening and ORCID authentication.
Review
Automated plagiarism check, double-blind reviewer assignment, review forms, scoring and editorial decisions.
Produce
Copyediting, proof correction, JATS XML generation, PDF galley proofs, author sign-off and DOI assignment.
Publish
Issue compilation, online first publication, open access licensing, embargo control and table of contents generation.
Distribute
Crossref deposit, PubMed indexing, library repositories, content feeds and syndication channels.
Measure
Portfolio turnaround times, citation tracking, editorial SLA metrics, subscriber renewals and executive telemetry.
What Manna Covers
A unified platform covering the full publishing lifecycle.
Content & Editorial Operations
Manna supports publishers across magazines, books, and newspapers by providing a structured yet flexible way to manage content from idea to release. Editorial teams can plan publishing calendars, manage submissions and reviews, coordinate approvals, and track revisions and production status across print and digital formats. With clear visibility into every stage, teams stay aligned, deadlines are met, and content moves efficiently from creation to publication regardless of format or scale.
Production & Release Management
Manna helps publishers coordinate production and release timelines across both print and digital formats with precision and visibility. From managing issues, editions, and releases to tracking production progress at every stage, teams can monitor readiness, identify bottlenecks, and stay aligned with publishing schedules. Structured workflows ensure content is prepared for print and digital distribution on time, giving publishers greater control over release cycles and consistent delivery across channels.
Business & Financial Operations
Manna supports day-to-day business and financial processes without adding operational complexity. Publishers can manage subscriptions, sales, and billing alongside vendor relationships and cost tracking within a single system. With clear financial visibility and reporting, teams gain better insight into revenues, expenses, and operational performance — helping them make informed decisions while keeping business operations organized and transparent.
People & Workflow Management
Manna helps publishers organize teams, roles, and responsibilities across departments with clarity and structure. Role-based access and permissions ensure the right people have access to the right information, while task and workflow assignments keep work moving smoothly across editorial, production, and business teams. With activity tracking and built-in accountability, managers gain visibility into progress and performance without adding administrative overhead.
AI-Enabled Automation
Manna applies AI-driven automation to reduce manual effort and improve efficiency across publishing operations. Intelligent workflows automate routine processes, trigger timely alerts, and help teams stay on track. Content integrity and quality checks support consistency and accuracy, while built-in insights and analytics provide meaningful data to support better, faster decision-making across editorial, production, and business functions.
Built to Scale with You
Manna is modular by design, allowing publishers to start with what they need today and expand as their operations grow. Whether you're managing a single publication or scaling across departments, formats, and markets, Manna adapts to your evolving needs. With seamless cross-department integration, support for multiple publishing formats, and readiness for global operations, the platform grows alongside your business without disruption or rework.
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