Women, Infants and Children (WIC)
Simplify and secure benefits for families and agencies
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Delivering for our clients at scale
Help more families with streamlined administration
Rising food costs, increasing enrollment and evolving regulations make it difficult for agencies to support families in need. Conduent’s WIC Connect is built to address these challenges head-on. Providing support through data warehousing, special formula processes and wireless farmers market enablement, our solutions are highly adaptable to agency needs. For more than 15 years, we’ve empowered WIC programs with participant and vendor portals, advanced analytics and secure, adaptable systems – helping agencies deliver fast, reliable benefits while maintaining efficiency and safeguarding data.
*Source: National WIC Association
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Streamline transactions
Eliminate paper checks, reduce costs and speed delivery with secure, electronic benefits transfers (EBT).
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Enhance reporting
Gain easy access to program analytics through advanced tools that provide valuable insights.
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Elevate experiences
Improve beneficiary relationships using real-time processing and providing convenient mobile access.
Streamline payment processes and enhance access
Our WIC Connect Processing Solution provides simpler administration and management of state programs through a user-friendly online portal, so states can get critical nutritional assistance to families, faster.
About WIC Connect — Commonly asked questions
What does WIC stand for and what is it?
WIC stands for Women, Infants, and Children. It is a federal assistance program that provides nutritional support, education, and healthcare referrals to low-income pregnant women, new mothers, and young children up to age five. The goal of WIC is to promote healthy pregnancies, proper nutrition, and the overall well-being of families.
What are the benefits of the Conduent WIC Connect Program?
The Conduent WIC Connect Program offers several key benefits:
- Streamlined transactions: By eliminating paper checks and enabling electronic benefits transfer (EBT), the program simplifies payment processes and reduces administrative costs.
- Enhanced access: Participants can easily access their benefits, improving their overall experience and ensuring timely support.
- Customizable solutions: The program provides tailored solutions to meet the specific needs of state and federal WIC programs, enhancing service delivery.
- Improved efficiency: Automated workflows and digital tools reduce manual tasks, allowing staff to focus on more critical activities.
- Data security: Advanced security measures protect sensitive participant information, ensuring compliance with federal regulations.
- Comprehensive support: The program includes robust support services, from implementation to ongoing maintenance, ensuring smooth operation and continuous improvement.
What does USDA FNS stand for and what is it?
USDA FNS stands for the United States Department of Agriculture Food and Nutrition Service. It is an agency within the USDA responsible for administering the nation’s domestic nutrition assistance programs. These programs include the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC), and the National School Lunch Program (NSLP), among others. The mission of USDA FNS is to increase food security and reduce hunger by providing children and low-income individuals with access to food, a healthful diet, and nutrition education.