IDS Billing and Settlement Group

Overview

The IDS, MCS, and BCE groups have now merged into a single subgroup under Wholesale Agreements Solutions (WAS). This group is now called IDSBCE and will continue to cover the same topics addressed within the previous IDS, MCS, and BCE subgroups.

IDSBCE provides a forum for GSMA Operator Members and Industry Members (such as financial clearing agents, data clearing houses) to collaborate and develop standard solutions for interoperability.

The group also provides a comprehensive framework of standardised business to business interfaces to support the mobile industry.

To learn more about the Billing and Charging Evolution (BCE) , visit the dedicated page here.

IDSBCE objectives

• Define and support wholesale roaming and interworking interfaces, including:
  • Operational reporting formats
  • Invoicing and settlement formats
  • Associated support processes

• Produce and maintain Permanent Reference Documents defining format specification and process standards.
• Drive industry collaboration and continuous process improvement.
• Support GSMA members in implementing standards.

Meetings

Hybrid IDSBCE meetings are held three times per year along with WSOLU and WAGREE, and conference calls are held monthly.

How to get involved

If you would like more information on any of the IDS Billing and Settlement Group activities, please contact us here. 

If you’re interested in contributing but are not currently a GSMA Member, find out more about GSMA Membership and how to join here.