spp_programs_sp

OpenSPP Programs: Service Points Integration

OpenSPP Programs: Service Points Integration

This document outlines the OpenSPP Programs (Service Points Integration) module, which extends the OpenSPP platform to integrate the management of service points within social protection programs. This module enables programs to link entitlements and beneficiaries with designated service points, streamlining the delivery of benefits and improving program efficiency.

Purpose

The spp_programs_sp module bridges the functionality of the [OpenSPP Programs](OpenSPP Programs) module and the [OpenSPP Service Points](OpenSPP Service Points) module, providing a seamless way to incorporate service point information into program operations. This integration is particularly beneficial for programs involving in-kind distributions or requiring beneficiaries to interact with designated service providers.

Role and Functionality

Building upon its dependencies, this module focuses on enhancing program management with service point integration:

• OpenSPP Service Points: This module provides the framework for managing service point data, including location, contact information, and operational status. The spp_programs_sp module leverages this data to associate service points with programs and entitlements.
• OpenSPP Programs: This module defines the core structure and management of social protection programs, including program cycles, eligibility criteria, and entitlement management. The spp_programs_sp module extends this functionality to incorporate service point information into the entitlement generation and distribution process.
• OpenSPP Program Entitlement (Cash): This module specializes in managing cash-based entitlements. The spp_programs_sp module extends this to optionally link cash entitlements with service points, potentially for cash pickup or other service-related interactions.
• OpenSPP In-Kind Entitlement: This module manages the distribution of in-kind benefits. The spp_programs_sp module enhances this by associating in-kind entitlements with specific service points for beneficiary redemption.
• G2P Programs: This module provides the foundational program management features upon which [OpenSPP Programs](OpenSPP Programs) builds. The spp_programs_sp module inherits this foundation, extending it with service point integration.

Key Features

1. Program Configuration:
   • Extends the g2p.program model from [G2P Programs](G2P Programs) to include a configuration option (store_sp_in_entitlements) that determines whether service points should be stored with entitlements.
   • This allows program administrators to enable or disable service point integration based on the specific needs of the program.
2. Entitlement Manager Enhancement:
   • Modifies the entitlement manager models (g2p.program.entitlement.manager.default, g2p.program.entitlement.manager.cash, g2p.program.entitlement.manager.inkind) to include service point information when generating entitlements.
   • If enabled in the program configuration, the entitlement manager will automatically associate the beneficiary's designated service points with their entitlement records.
3. Entitlement Model Extension:
   • Extends the g2p.entitlement and g2p.entitlement.inkind models from [G2P Programs](G2P Programs) and [OpenSPP In-Kind Entitlement](OpenSPP In-Kind Entitlement) respectively, adding a field (service_point_ids) to store the service points linked to the entitlement.
4. User Interface Integration:
   • Modifies the program configuration view to include the store_sp_in_entitlements option.
   • Extends the entitlement views to display the associated service points, providing visibility into the designated redemption locations.

Benefits

• Targeted Benefit Delivery: Enables programs to direct beneficiaries to specific service points for receiving benefits, improving the efficiency of distribution and reducing confusion.
• Enhanced Service Provision: Facilitates the coordination of services by linking entitlements with service providers, allowing for better tracking and management of service delivery.
• Improved Data Management: Integrates service point information directly into the entitlement management process, ensuring data consistency and facilitating more comprehensive reporting and analysis.
• Streamlined Operations: Automates the association of service points with entitlements, reducing manual data entry and minimizing errors.

Conclusion

The [OpenSPP Programs (Service Points Integration)](OpenSPP Programs (Service Points Integration)) module enhances the OpenSPP platform by seamlessly integrating service point management with the core program functionalities. This integration is particularly valuable for programs involving in-kind distributions, service provision, or requiring designated points of interaction between beneficiaries and program implementers. By connecting beneficiaries, entitlements, and service providers, this module contributes to a more efficient, transparent, and beneficiary-centric approach to social protection program delivery.

Important

This is an alpha version, the data model and design can change at any time without warning. Only for development or testing purpose, do not use in production. More details on development status

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Credits

Authors

• OpenSPP.org

Maintainers

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This module is part of the OpenSPP/openspp-modules project on GitHub.

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