Technical

Systems of Decisions Automated and Semi‑Automated (SDA)

Algorithmic or decision‑support systems used to make or inform public decisions.

Definition

SDA refers to algorithmic systems, models, and decision‑support tools used by public agencies to make, recommend, or inform administrative decisions affecting public services, benefits, eligibility, or rights. The term encompasses both fully automated systems and semi‑automated systems that require or include human oversight.