State Disbursement Unit (SDU) Solutions

Ensure fast, reliable payments to families who depend on them

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Delivering for our clients at scale

54.2M
seamless payments processed annually
$11B
deposited to support families annually
99.997%
posting accuracy across 12 SDUs

Support more families with precision and care

Child support agencies nationwide face limited resources, evolving compliance requirements, inefficiencies and outdated systems, making it harder to serve children and families. Our State Disbursement Unit (SDU) Solutions streamline operations with centralized systems, secure disbursements and intelligent automation — reducing costs and enabling staff to focus on supporting families.

*Source: US DHHS

  • Boost efficiency

    Speed payment processing with advanced automation.

  • Ensure compliance

    Adapt to regulatory changes with scalable technologies.

  • Lower costs

    Enhance productivity with innovative tools and expert support.

State Disbursement Unit Solutions: Commonly asked questions

What does SDU stand for and what does it mean?
SDU stands for State Disbursement Unit. It is a state government agency responsible for collecting and disbursing child support payments from one parent to the other. Established by federal law, the SDU centralizes the processing of these payments to ensure they are handled efficiently and securely.

What are the benefits of Conduent Child Support SDU Solutions?
Conduent’s Child Support SDU Solutions offer several key benefits for child support programs:

  • Cost savings: Significant reductions in operational costs through intelligent automation and streamlined processes.
  • Efficiency: Enhanced accuracy and reliability in payment processing, reducing misapplied payments to nearly zero.
  • Security: Faster and more secure disbursements, ensuring funds reach families promptly.
  • Customer experience: Improved support with a centralized call center and interactive voice response systems.
  • Compliance: Ensures adherence to federal and state regulations, simplifying compliance management.