CAN/DGSI 108:2023

Scope This National Standard specifies minimum requirements for preparing, developing, and conducting challenge-based, agile and open procurement of digital products and services. This Standard defines a framework for organizations evaluating the suitability of digital product and service providers using “challenge-based” criteria. This methodology requires organizations sourcing digital, technological, research-based and defence products and services to illustrate desired outcomes rather than issuing prescriptive requirements. This Standard applies to all organizations, including public and private companies, government entities, and not-for-profit organizations. NOTE 1: This Standard focuses on a specific methodology for planning, executing, and evaluating digital solutions and does not cover specifics related to establishment of contracts, organizational context, governance, leadership, ethics, quality, communication, competence, or continual improvement. NOTE 2: Traditional procurement processes are not included in the scope of the document.