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How can mobile channels support sanitation service delivery while building new engagement models with customers in underserved settings? A review of opportunities and case studies.

Title The role of mobile in improved sanitation access
Publication TypeResearch Report
Year of Publication2015
AuthorsNique, M, Smertnik, H
Pagination30 p. : 8 fig., 1 tab.
Date Published08/2015
PublisherGSMA Mobile for Development Utilities Programme
Place PublishedLondon, UK
Publication LanguageEnglish
Keywordsmobile phones
Abstract

This report outlines how mobile channels can support sanitation service delivery while building new engagement models with customers in underserved settings.

It begins with an overview of global sanitation access in 2015 and the different approaches currently being used to improve access. This is followed by a review of the potential uses of mobile channels in the sanitation value chain including examples of current applications.

The report concludes with recommendations for future work:  a better understanding of the role and impact of mobile in the sanitation sector; a collaborative approach to mobile technology integration; grant support for developing and piloting innovative solutions; and rigorous monitoring and evaluation of the impact of these innovations in the service delivery.

An annex provides three short case studies on sanitation organisations using mobile tools:

  • SOIL, Haiti – mobile customer relationship management (CRM) platforms and mobile customer payments
  • X-Runner, Peru – mobile CRM platforms and mobile for logistic solutions
  • IDE, Cambodia - mobile CRM and supply chain management (SCM) platforms for local entrepreneurs
URLhttp://www.gsma.com/mobilefordevelopment/the-role-of-mobile-in-improved-sanitation-access
Citation Key79791

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