Biometrics Information Transfer System
Details of the organization
Name *
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)
Country *
International
Website (URL)
http://www.fao.org
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International organizations
Information about the project
Project title *
Biometrics Information Transfer System
Title acronym
BITS
Description *
"FAO Somalia has developed various biometrics-based data collection systems which improve service and product delivery for various sectors including livestock, agriculture, fisheries, and cash-based interventions. The biometrics-based databases allows FAO to register and verify beneficiaries in order for them to receive products and services in a more secure, timely, and efficient manner. For Cash-based interventions, the systems enables faster and verifiable payments via money vendors. Leveraging its experience with biometrics-based systems in Cash for Work, FAO Somalia has developed a biometrics-based fisherman’s database system for the Puntland Ministry of Fisheries. The system is used to register fishermen from different associations throughout Puntland, collect basic information about the fishermen, and print identification cards. The cards and database are used by the Ministry and stakeholders to better understand the fishing livelihood in Puntland. The database and ID card also enables the fishermen a sense of security if/when they are stopped by maritime authorities who might suspect pirate activities.
Geographical coverage *
National implementation:
Somali (Democratic Republic)
Status *
Ongoing
from 01/01/2013
to
31/12/2015
WSIS information
WSIS action lines related to this project
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ICT applications: benefits in all aspects of life
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E-agriculture
Millenium Declaration Goals related to this project
Goal 1: Eradicate poverty and hunger
Project type *
Project