ALERT Prototype Emergency preparedness platform Prototype Presentation July 2016 ALERT Prototype Emergency preparedness platform

Prototype Presentation July 2016 Page 1 What is ALERT? ALERT is an innovative emergency preparedness system that improves disaster preparedness and enables humanitarian agencies to respond before and immediately after a disaster strikes.

What is ALERT? Preparedness Platform Web-based software Prototype Presentation July 2016 Page 2 What is ALERT? Preparedness Platform Web-based software Essentially an information management tool Common platform for humanitarian agencies and donors Hopes to address the core problems of: Preparedness actions being at the mercy of in-country motivation No supervision (stick) or incentives (carrot) to encourage implementation of preparedness planning commitments Sharing / coordinating / making things easier Gaps in monitoring crucial hazard info and Early Warning Systems Uncertainty regarding thresholds Standardising process and terminology Identifying budget needs

How is it done? Preparedness Platform Prototype Presentation July 2016 Page 3 How is it done? Preparedness Platform Automation: Mandated preparedness tasks preloaded – no more filling in forms You can see other agency’s preparedness actions in your country or even globally (if allowed) – and others can see yours too (accountable) Automatic reminders– prompt individuals or managers automatically when tasks are not completed or expire

How is it done? Preparedness Platform Prototype Presentation July 2016 Page 4 How is it done? Preparedness Platform Traffic light indicators show the strengths and weaknesses in the level of preparedness, assessed against own commitments and preparedness standards linked to CHS Risk monitoring, linked to crisis/seasonal calendar and trigger indicators (track tipping points online) Simplified development of rapid response proposals for submission to donors – initial response plans for first 6-8 weeks after the disaster

Consortium 6 humanitarian agencies and 1 academic institution Prototype Presentation July 2016 Page 5 Consortium 6 humanitarian agencies and 1 academic institution

PROTOTYPE DEVELOPMENT Prototype Presentation July 2016 Page 6 Project Timeline April 2015 – June 2016 July 2016 – October 2016 November 2016 – May 2017 PROTOTYPE DEVELOPMENT TESTING AND FEEDBACK SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT Develop storyboards, user journeys and wireframes. Produce a high-fidelity prototype that includes key journeys of the different ALERT modules Present the prototype to key agencies and agree on methods of obtaining feedback from users. Undergo two feedback cycles and prototype reiteration. Develop the beta version of the ALERT software (Minimum Viable Product) based on the design of the prototype.

Preparedness Process DISASTER STRIKES! Hazard ranking Risk monitoring Prototype Presentation July 2016 Page 7 Preparedness Process IASC framework for emergency preparedness Hazard ranking Risk monitoring Minimum Preparedness Actions Risk analysis is early warning Advanced Preparedness Actions and contingency planning Disaster response ALERT emergency preparedness process Seasonal calendar + monitor risk indicators Maintain minimum preparedness (MPAs or Min Standards) & Develop 6 week plan/proposals (anticipatory and response planning) Monitor Indicators and analyze risk (Indicators tell a story and provide you with early warning Escalate to emergency ready state (APAs Advanced Preparedness/ Preparedness +) and implement anticipatory response activities Life saving response activities and needs assessments Description of preparedness (simple terminology) Know the risks Monitor the risks Be prepared and plan your response Analyze the evolving situation React to early warning; escalate preparedness and initiate anticipatory response Escalate life- saving actions, conduct needs assessments, update plans DISASTER STRIKES!

Hazard Ranking and Risk Monitoring Prototype Presentation July 2016 Page 8 Hazard Ranking and Risk Monitoring

Hazard Ranking and Risk Monitoring Prototype Presentation July 2016 Page 9 Hazard Ranking and Risk Monitoring

Prototype Presentation July 2016 Page 10 Preparedness Actions

Prototype Presentation July 2016 Page 11 Response Planning

Prototype Presentation July 2016 Page 12 Alert Levels

Advanced Preparedness Prototype Presentation July 2016 Page 13 Advanced Preparedness

Prototype Presentation July 2016 Page 14 Donor Module

Prototype Presentation July 2016 Page 15 Donor Module

Prototype Presentation July 2016 Page 16 Donor Module

Core Humanitarian Standards Prototype Presentation July 2016 Page 17 Core Humanitarian Standards CHS-Compliant Preparedness Actions Action Evidence 1.   Communities and people affected by crisis receive assistance appropriate and relevant to their needs. 1.1   Context specific needs assessment template is available in relevant languages and staff are trained on how to use them. Needs assessment templates in all relevant languages Staff training attendance list 2.  Communities and people affected by crisis have access to the humanitarian assistance they need at the right time. 2.1 Preferred suppliers with relevant supply chains for in-kind and cash programme have been appointed in line with our contingency/response plans List of suppliers and contact details MoUs and Agreements

Prototype Presentation July 2016 Page 18 THANK YOU