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Global Registry Information Directory

Enabling Authoritative Registry Verification

This UN/CEFACT project captures and specifies the requirements, governance and technical foundation for a digital directory, publicly accessible and hosted by the United Nations, that will list authoritative registries of participating UN Member States.

The Global Registry Information Directory (GRID) adds value to work of Authoritative Registrars, reduces global trade risks and increases supply chain trustworthiness and transparency.

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Diagram of the GTR Logical Model

Adding Value to Existing Authorities

Amplifying the legal, reputational and operational trust and reach of existing authoritative registrars.

Reducing Fakes and Fraud

Verifiable proof of authoritative registrations to benefit legal trade participants and shut out fakes and frauds.

Enabling Access and Competition

Trustworthy registrations enable access to Trade Finance and global markets for new entrants.