About the Nigerian Industrial Digital Standards Platform (NIDSP)
The Nigerian Industrial Digital Standards Platform (NIDSP), is developed under the Standards Organisation of Nigeria Digital Standards Platform (SONDSP) Project. It represents a ground breaking initiative in Nigeria's journey towards economic diversification and sustainable development. This transformative digital infrastructure is the result of a strategic public-private partnership between the Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON) and Goringo Consult Limited. The NIDSP is a cloud-based platform designed to embed real-time standards compliance into the fabric of Nigeria's procurement and trade ecosystems, thereby institutionalizing quality assurance and fostering a culture of excellence.
Driving Nigeria's Digital Standards Revolution
The NIDSP is Nigeria's first fully integrated online repository for over 5,300 Nigerian Industrial Standards (NIS) documents. It serves as a centralized, interoperable platform, acting as the nation's official repository of standards. This initiative is strategically aligned with several national development goals, including the National Development Plan 2021-2025 (NDP), the Economic Recovery and Growth Plan (ERGP), and the National Digital Economy Policy and Strategy (NDEPS). By supporting the "Made in Nigeria" policy and facilitating integration into the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), the SONDSP is poised to significantly boost the competitiveness of Nigerian industries on the global stage.
Key Features and Innovations
The NIDSP is more than just a digital library; it is a comprehensive ecosystem of tools and services designed to empower businesses, government agencies, and consumers. Its key features include:
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Centralized Digital Library for Standards | A secure, searchable online library of all NIS, with real-time alerts for standards updates and multi-platform access (web and mobile). |
| AI-Powered Search | Advanced, AI-driven search functionality with multilingual support (English, Hausa, Yoruba, Igbo) to ensure accessibility for all Nigerians. |
| E-commerce and Subscriptions | A robust e-commerce functionality for subscriptions, providing a sustainable revenue model for the platform's maintenance and improvement. |
| Online Certification System | A fully digitized, end-to-end certification process that reduces approval timelines from 42 days to just 7 working days, with blockchain-enabled verification for enhanced security and transparency. |
| Real-time Compliance Tools | IoT-enabled alerts to monitor adherence in high-risk sectors such as construction, pharmaceuticals, and food industries, along with direct integration with the BPP e-procurement portal. |
| Predictive Analytics | Predictive Artificial Intelligence (P-AI) analytics to identify and mitigate risks in high-risk sectors, ensuring proactive quality assurance. |
Project Objectives and Expected Benefits
The primary objectives of the SONDSP are to modernize the dissemination and accessibility of NIS, institutionalize quality and compliance in public procurement, and significantly reduce the prevalence of substandard products and project failures. The platform aims to enhance transparency, accountability, and efficiency within the public procurement ecosystem, while generating a sustainable revenue model for its ongoing operation.
The successful implementation of the SONDSP is expected to yield substantial economic and social benefits for Nigeria. These include:
- Economic Growth: An estimated ₦18.4 trillion in savings from reduced substandard goods over five years, ₦3.1 trillion in construction cost savings, and a US$9.1 billion annual growth in non-oil exports through AfCFTA harmonization.
- Enhanced Safety and Quality: A standards-compliant infrastructure that mitigates the risks of failures in critical sectors, such as building collapses.
- Transparent Governance: The mandatory compliance features of the platform will close loopholes for the use of inferior materials, curb corruption, and ensure value for money in public contracts.
By reducing the prevalence of substandard goods by 40% within five years and generating ₦120 billion annually in procurement savings, the SONDSP will not only enhance Nigeria's export credibility but also contribute to a safer and more prosperous future for all Nigerians.
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