TF Grid Cooperative Identity Management

Start with the linked forum post and review the grid_wiki structure to determine where the identity-management requirements belong. The issue names no implementation files, entry points, or tests, so the scope must first be decomposed across membership, fees, verification, compliance, communication, documentation, testing, and rollout. Done means the system, documentation, communications, tests, and security and compliance checks described in the acceptance criteria are complete.

User Story: Identity Management for TF Grid Cooperative Members

Background:
Enhance security on the TF Grid by implementing a secure identity verification system for TF Grid Cooperative members.

Check the forum post for more details

Acceptance Criteria:

1. Membership Requirement:

   • Users must join the TF Grid Cooperative to access the ThreeFold Grid.
   • Communication channels include email notifications and in-platform alerts.

2. Monthly Fee:

   • A flat monthly fee of 10 USD for cooperative members.
   • Discount structures for contributors, students, and existing farmers.

3. Identity Management System:

   • Implement a custom identity management system with multi-factor authentication (SMS, Email, Matrix Chat Addr).
   • Store essential user information in profiles.

4. Verification Process:

   • Verify users through SMS, Email, and Matrix Chat Addr.
   • Provide clear documentation with step-by-step guides.

5. Compliance with Authorities:

   • Comply with legal requirements for domain names and farmer verification.
   • Integrate a legal compliance module for tracking and responding to legal requests.

6. Communication Strategy:

   • Announce the new requirement to members.
   • Provide regular updates during the grace period.
   • Use in-platform messages to guide users through verification.

7. Documentation:

   • Develop comprehensive documentation on the purpose and features of the identity management system.
   • Include FAQs and troubleshooting guides.

8. Testing:

   • Conduct unit and integration tests for the identity management system.
   • Perform user acceptance testing in a dedicated environment.

9. Rollout Plan:

   • Initiate a phased rollout to beta users for feedback.
   • Gradually expand to all TF Grid Cooperative members.
   • Provide support channels with live chat and a dedicated helpdesk.

Definition of Done:

• The identity management system is successfully implemented and operational.
• Communication to members is complete, and concerns are addressed.
• Documentation is finalized and accessible to all cooperative members.
• The system passes security and compliance checks.