Advances in Accounting Information Systems and International Journal of Accounting Information Systems: first ten volumes (1992-2003)

Abstract This study of the first 10 volumes of Advances in Accounting Information Systems ( AiAIS ) and the International Journal of Accounting Information Systems ( IJAIS ) uses content, participation, citation, and article download analyses to assess the journal's success of meeting its purpose, intended audience, scope, and reach. Results suggest that its redirected focus in 2000 to expand its international audience, removal of section designations for articles, implementation of a quarterly publication approach, and inclusion in an electronic, searchable database (ScienceDirect) have well positioned the journal for the future and to assist in disseminating quality AIS research. This study's analyses of articles published in the journal specifically indicate an increase in publications in recent years, numerous identified AIS topic/research method opportunities for future research, a variety of AIS topics examined, various research methods employed, and participation by all faculty ranks. Further, the author's school of publication and university of degree show a variety of large, public institutions participating in the journal. Outside citations by articles in other journals to AiAIS/IJAIS articles indicate an increase in dissemination of knowledge in recent years, while article downloads show an exponential growth pattern. The study concludes that IJAIS has come into its own and is recognized by academics and professionals as a quality accounting publication that contributes to the literature.