Functional Requirements Documents
for a Model WIC System

Information Systems (IS) in the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC Program) support a number of program operations and management functions, such as certifying applicants, monitoring food vendors, tracking participation and expenditures and managing appointments.  The Functional Requirements Document for a Model WIC System (FRED) provides a comprehensive description of functions that can be automated to support the WIC Program.

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FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS DOCUMENT (FRED)

	Table of Contents - Provides a list of functions and the pages where they can be found.
	Introduction – Provides background information, required functions, and organization of report.
	Project Overview  - Describes existing WIC business process and summarizes the functionality of the Model WIC system.
	WIC System Functions  - Details the major functions of a WIC system.
	Certification Nutrition Education, Health Surveillance and Referrals Food Benefit Issuance Food Benefit Redemption, Settlement, and Reconciliation Financial Management Caseload Management Operations Management Vendor Management Scheduling
	Data – Describes the data requirements to support the functions.
	Appendices
	Appendix A: Requirements Traceability Matrix (RTM) – Provides detailed overview of all functions.  Offers a "baseline" for design customization.
	Appendix B: NWA/FNS WIC Strategic Planning Work Group Functions - Provides a detailed description of required functions developed through a joint NWA/FNS initiative.
	Appendix C: Electronic Benefit Transfer/Electronic Services Delivery Systems -
	Appendix D: Technology Considerations - A primer on various technologies.  Provides suggested uses for each technology in the WIC Program.
	Appendix E. Comparison of State Systems - For State agencies considering system transfers.  Use this appendix to compare and contrast various options.  Shows differing architectures and features for State agencies to consider. NOT AVAILABLE online -- contact FNS at wichq-sfpd@fns.usda.gov
	Appendix F: Sample Analysis Tools - Tools for determining whether to develop new or enhance an existing system.  Includes discussion of cost issues and sample questionnaires for requirements gathering.
	Appendix G: Hardware, Software, and Alternative Architecture Considerations - Helps State agencies sort through issues to ensure a "good fit" when considering architectural strategies.  Also describes hardware and software considerations.
	Appendix H: Glossary of Acronyms and Terms - Orients the "newcomer" to WIC Program and emerging technology terms.
	Appendix I: Reporting - Detailed samples of potential reports.  Provides examples of data elements, frequency and uses of reports.  Also discusses various methods of reporting.