Public Comment is a vital part of our multistakeholder model. It provides a mechanism for stakeholders to have their opinions and recommendations formally and publicly documented. It is an opportunity for the ICANN community to effect change and improve policies and operations.
The Registrar Stakeholder Group (RrSG) welcomes the opportunity to provide a comment on the Continuous Improvement Program Framework. The development of this Framework was a significant undertaking by the Continuous Improvement Program Community Coordination Group (CIP-CCG). Ongoing reviews and updates are a necessary aspect of ensuring that the work of the ICANN Community can continue in an efficient and effective manner.
The RrSG believes the Framework is fit for purpose to evolve the Organizational Reviews into a Continuous Improvement Program (CIP) led by the ICANN Community.
Any CIP and accompanying reviews should have checks and guardrails in place to minimize bias.
The RrSG agrees that the five principles are proper for the CIP, and apply appropriately across the organizational structures.
The RrSG agrees with the proposed two, 3-year assessment periods.
Relatedly, the RrSG would like to note its concern regarding the multitude of different work tracks underway at ICANN pertaining to reviews and the improvement of work methods.