<Briefly describe the project background, if applicable.>
The purpose of this project is to develop an approved design and implementation plan for electronic reporting system(s) eSignature, as well as establishing a template and process for future eSignature initiatives. During the Electronic Reporting Planning Workshop held in July 2007, it was determined that an approved design and implementation plan for electronic reporting eSignature would be of significant benefit to multiple regions. This project will review the requirements of the Agency's eSignatures policy and procedural directive, evaluate existing methods and procedures, develop at least one (and possibly two) approaches for implementing eSignatures for electronic reporting, and shepherd the approaches(s) through the approval process.
Objectives
<Briefly describe objectives for establishing the project. How does this project directly relate to the mission, vision, goals and objectives of the FIS Program? Why is the project important? What are the benefits and intended outcomes?>
The following lists the major objectives to be accomplished by this project in FY08:
- Complete the policy, procedures and design tasks to enable electronic signatures for certification and enforcement of electronic reporting
- Establish standards for the enrollment and authentication of fishery participant's use of electronic reporting