The Art of Publishing Open Access

Abstract

Since the publication of the Budapest Declaration in 2002, Open Access has established itself as an important publishing standard worldwide. Nevertheless, many of the hopes associated with the formulation of its principles at that time have not been fulfilled. On the contrary, problematic developments have emerged in some areas, which, if left unchecked, threaten the entire scholarly publishing system. This article examines the moments and factors that led to this crisis, the role Open Access has played in it, and where action is needed to ensure the success of the original idea of Open Access as expressed in the Budapest Declaration.