Technology

WIC Policy Memorandum #2017-1: New MIS Guidelines and Revised Procedures for EBT and MIS Grant Funding

This policy memorandum set forth updated WIC Management Information System (MIS) guidelines and Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) and MIS funding guidance to facilitate the implementation of statewide WIC EBT systems.

WIC Universal MIS – EBT Interface, Functional Requirements Specification, March 2015 Version

This document standardizes the functional requirements for the Universal Interface between the WIC Management Information Systems (WIC MIS) and the WIC Electronic Benefit Transfer systems (WIC EBT system) used in […]

WIC EBT Technical Implementation Guide 2018 Version

The Technical Implementation Guide (TIG) is a technical resource for states to apply in their EBT implementation projects for consistency in WIC EBT online purchase messages and file handling processes […]

FNS Handbook 901 v2 Advance Planning Documents

The primary objective of this Handbook is to help State agencies navigate FNS requirements to secure approval, and get the requested funding, for modern eligibility systems and EBT benefit delivery […]

Now You’ve Done It! What Next? Survey Highlights

This document includes highlights from a survey that was conducted in 2017/2018 of WIC Retailer Coordinators across the country in states that are post-EBT implementation. Some of the survey findings […]

Accessibility and Preferred Use of Online Web Applications Among WIC Participants with Internet Access

This study addressed the need for better understanding of WIC client use of technology, the technologies clients prefer, and how technology preferences change across WIC populations in the western region states. Authors found that: Technologies should be considered for addressing WIC clients’ needs, including use of text messaging and smartphone apps for appointments, education, and other WIC services; online scheduling and nutrition education; and a stronger Facebook presence for connecting with WIC clients and breastfeeding support.

From Paper to Plastic: Understanding the Impact of EBT on WIC Recipient Behavior

In this paper, authors analyze the impact the transition to WIC EBT has on enrollment, WIC benefits redemption, and non-WIC food expenditures using enrollment data for five states, and expenditure data for 17,714 households enrolled in WIC. Authors found no evidence that EBT increases the chance that eligible people enroll in the WIC program.

Launching New Digital Tools for WIC Participants: A Guide for WIC Agencies

This toolkit helps WIC agencies become more informed purchasers of digital tools for WIC participants. The digital tools that this toolkit focuses on include: mobile apps online learning platforms text-messaging […]

Alabama WIC App Information and Video

The Alabama WIC app is a one-stop shop to several resources needed when applying for or participating in the Alabama Women, Infant and Children (WIC) Nutrition Program. The app is […]