A case management system, which can manage ALL aspects of refugees and asylum seekers.
A solution which is easy to use and learn – volunteers can start work quickly and easily.
RIPS protects clients, caseworkers and all their data from inappropriate attack
Personalisation using a web browser – client information, caseworker details and permissions, services recorded and all client activities can be personalised to address the services you offer. This provides for streamlined and efficient working practices.
Automated reporting as required by funders and management
Affordability – come and join the cloud of RIPS users and share the costs. The more users of RIPS, the lower the costs for everyone.
1. A comprehensive case management system
Our system is fully comprehensive, containing all the functionality that you need in one compact and affordable package.
RIPS has been structured to manage any type of case – including Refugee Status Determination, minors, sexual and gender-based violence, female genital mutilation, as well as detainees, education records and community outreach.
A caseworker can register details of each engagement with a client, and then track and review relevant history.
RIPS provides an effective way for users to manage and store information. Holding the information in one central repository, provided by RIPS, helps to expose any gaps in management information.
RIPS enables you to print out finalised sections of reports with all relevant data as well as the generation of final reports for refugee status determination.
RIPS case management system enables caseworkers to easily track and record things, pass cases over to other caseworkers in a timely and professional manner, spot gaps in information and generate reports for courts, lawyers, public authorities and others.
RIPS is designed for a fast configuration with the RIPS Manager.
2. An easy to learn system
We have designed a system that is as simple as possible without losing out on any functionality.
We provide training that can help you and your team get the very best out of the system.
3. RIPS protects clients, caseworkers and all their data
All data may be stored on and off-site - eliminating the threat of natural and man-made loss of data. All data is backed can be quickly recovered after being lost.
Off-site data hosting is managed by Applied Network Solutions’ experienced IT experts in the UK, while confidentiality of subscriber is maintained. This avoids misuse if a laptop or hardware ever ended up in the wrong hands. The data cannot be found on the device.
Caseworkers use a web browser on their laptop to store information away safely. Access to this web browser is protected by a username and password that only provides access to the respective cases of the caseworker. This high-level safeguarding of the data consequently keeps the client and the caseworkers safe.
As Applied Network Solutions managing director, David Johnston, explained: “One of the main reasons for creating RIPS as a cloud-based solution, and storing data offsite, was after AMERA Egypt was threatened by security forces that would result in their losing their case records. Caseworkers felt like they were being hunted down because it was understood that they held refugee records on their laptops. Effectively they felt forced to hide to protect themselves. With the information stored on the web, the caseworkers can make it public knowledge that this is the case and therefore they will not be pursued and have their laptops stolen."
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4) A personalised system
We know that every organisation is different which is why our system is fully customisable.
You can add modules and take them away as needed.
You can create personalised templates for reports and cataloguing.
5. Automated reporting
We have many different report templates to choose from or you can create your own.
There is a wide range of formats available to download reports in including Microsoft Word.
6. RIPS is affordable
Applied Network Solutions will charge the minimum possible amount to access RIPS.
If required, Applied Network Solutions staff can travel to your office for on-site installation and training but staff costs will need to be covered for this.
Additional benefits
RIPS Manager allows you to configure RIPS Web to your working practices and to scale it instantly to your changing requirements.
The configuration of your system is undertaken via a web browser so you can coordinate legal aid on a global, regional or local scale.
RIPS can be used by an organisation of any size.
The comprehensive reporting function allows caseworkers to plan and manage their time.
Applied Network Solutions operates as a support desk for RIPS users, helping you to resolve any issues quickly and ensuring continuity of service.
