The COVID-19 emergency and vaccine introduction compelled countries to invest in new immunization information systems to collect, manage, and use COVID-19 vaccination data. Governments are wondering whether these systems and their new functionalities could be used to support routine immunization objectives, such as improved tracking of immunization defaulters or sending vaccination reminder messages. The COVID-19 to routine immunization information system transferability assessment (CRIISTA) framework provides a systematic process for gathering evidence and making recommendations to inform these decisions.

On May 24, 2023, MOMENTUM Routine Immunization Transformation and Equity project held a webinar, “Optimizing COVID-19 Vaccination Data Investments for the Future: The COVID-19 to Routine Immunization Information System Transferability Assessment.” The webinar presented an overview of the CRIISTA framework, key users and use cases, and the recommended assessment process.

Watch the full webinar in English below (aussi disponible en français ci-dessous). You can also download the presentation here and the transcript here.