Scope

This project focuses on mapping the functional requirements for Social Registries (SR) and Integrated Beneficiary Registries (IBR) within the framework of Digital Social Protection Delivery Systems (DSPDS). The scope includes the following key areas:

Comprehensive Analysis of SR And IBR Requirements

• intake and registration processes

• data management and storage capabilities

• eligibility assessment functionalities

• integration with other dspds capabilities

• reporting and analytics features

• user management and access control

Alignment with The DSPDs Framework

• mapping requirements to specific stages of the social protection delivery chain

• ensuring interoperability with other dspds capabilities

• addressing cross-cutting issues such as data protection, privacy, and security

Diverse Perspectives and Implementation Realities

• gathering input from government agencies, donors, and technical assistance providers

• considering varying levels of digital maturity and infrastructure

• addressing different regulatory contexts, especially around data protection

• accounting for distinct interoperability scenarios and existing system landscapes

Flexibility And Scalability

• identifying core versus optional functionalities

• defining minimum, standard, and advanced technical specifications

• outlining customization options to match country-specific needs

Practical Implementation Considerations

• documenting real-world use cases and country examples

• highlighting potential challenges and mitigation strategies

• offering guidance on change management and capacity-building requirements

This scope ensures a thorough examination of SR and IBR needs while accounting for the broader DSPDS context and diverse country realities.

API vs Integration

This document frequently mentions APIs as part of functional requirements, particularly within the 'Integration and Interoperability Capability Area.' It's important to understand that this emphasis stems from the recognition that Social Registry (SR) and Integrated Beneficiary Registry (IBR) systems, in real-world implementations, often operate within complex ecosystems. To ensure effective data exchange, coordination, and integration with various external systems (such as national ID databases, eligibility frameworks, payment platforms, and other social sector information systems), standardized interfaces like APIs are crucial. Therefore, while 'API' is often specified, the underlying principle is about enabling robust integration capabilities to facilitate seamless data flow and system interoperability within a broader social protection landscape. For systems that are designed to be more self-contained, internal communication mechanisms might also be relevant, but the focus on APIs in this document reflects the common need for SR and IBR systems to function as interoperable components within larger digital infrastructures.