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Impact of U.S. Foreign Aid Funding Cuts Due to the recent U.S. foreign aid funding reductions and a stop work order issued to the ITOS project Field Information Services (FIS) team is revising our approach to the collection, processing, and dissemination of Common Operational Datasets (COD-AB). We are developing a new workflow to ensure continued access to reliable administrative boundary data, though with a more focused scope. Additional updates will be provided here as our process evolves. |
What Are Common Operational Datasets (CODs)?
Common Operational Datasets (CODs) are authoritative reference datasets used by humanitarian organizations to support response efforts and decision-making. They provide a consistent and standardized data framework for all actors in a crisis.
Types of CODs
CODs are categorized into four main types:
Administrative Boundaries (COD-AB) – Defines national and subnational boundaries.
Edge-Matched Administrative Boundaries (COD-EM) – Seamlessly aligned boundary data across countries.
Population Statistics (COD-PS) – Provides demographic data for humanitarian planning.
Country-Specific Datasets (COD-CS) – Includes key data relevant to a specific country.
Why Are CODs Important?
Provide a common operational picture for crisis response.
Establish a geographic framework (P-codes) for data collection, analysis, and visualization.
Ensure consistency and interoperability across humanitarian operations.
Reduce duplication of effort and strengthen collaboration.
Facilitate informed decision-making before, during, and after crises.
Data Quality & Access
CODs are classified into two quality levels:
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