PDF - E-voting handbook - Key steps in the implementation of e-enabled elections (2010)

Introduction

Chapter 1 - Different types of electronic tool

Chapter 2 - Points to consider before introducing e-voting
2.1. Principal points to consider
2.1.1. Voter verified paper audit trail
2.1.2. End-to-end verification
2.1.3. Family voting
2.2. General points to consider
2.2.1. Confidence
2.2.2. Public debate
2.2.3. Accessibility
2.3. Technical points to consider
2.3.1. Open-source or proprietary software
2.3.2. Identification and authentication of the voter
2.3.3. Removing the link between vote and voter
2.3.4. Design of the electronic ballot paper
2.3.5. Confirmation of the vote
2.3.6. Voting period

Chapter 3 - Pre-electoral period (preparations)
3.1. Legal framework
3.1.1. Constitution
3.1.2. Legislation
3.1.3. Electoral systems and electoral districts
3.1.4. Electoral management body
3.1.5. Codes of conduct
3.2. Planning and implementation
3.2.1. Budgeting, funding and financing
3.2.2. Election calendar
3.2.3. Recruitment
3.2.4. Procurement
3.2.5. Logistics
3.2.6. Security
3.3.Training and education
3.3.1. Operational training for election officials
3.3.2. Civic education
3.3.3. Voter information and training
3.4. Registration and nominations
3.4.1. Voter registration
3.4.2. Observer accreditation
3.4.3. Parties and candidates
3.5. Election campaign

Chapter 4 - Electoral period (operations)
4.1. Voting operations and election day
4.1.1. Pre-voting period
4.1.2. Voting period
4.1.3. Post-voting period
4.1.4. Special and external voting
4.2. Vote counting
4.3. Tabulation of results
4.3.1. Tabulation of results
4.3.2. Complaints and appeals
4.3.3. Official results

Chapter 5 - Post-electoral period (strategies)
5.1. Post-electoral period
5.1.1. Audits and evaluation
5.1.2. Archiving and research
5.1.3. Voter register update
5.1.4. Legal reform
5.1.5. Institutional strengthening and professional development

Appendix I - Glossary of terms

Appendix II-Bibliography