SAHEL Solutions provides research-driven consulting services focused on Self-Sovereign Identity (SSI), verifiable credentials, and digital trust infrastructures. Our work supports organisations that need to understand, design, and implement identity solutions in a rapidly evolving and often fragmented ecosystem.
We operate as a hybrid organisation, combining applied research with consulting practice. This allows us to engage with SSI at different levels of maturity, from early exploration and concept development to architecture design and pilot execution. Our services are designed to help organisations move from uncertainty to clarity, and from experimentation to informed deployment.
We work primarily with technology companies, SMEs, and international research and innovation initiatives that require robust, interoperable, and future-proof approaches to digital identity.
Our Services
SSI Research and Knowledge Development
We support organisations in building a solid and shared understanding of Self-Sovereign Identity, its core components, and its implications for products, services, and digital ecosystems. This service is particularly relevant for organisations at an early stage of SSI exploration or those participating in research and innovation initiatives where conceptual clarity is essential.
Typical activities include:
- Analysis of SSI concepts, architectures, and ecosystem models
- Review of international standards and specifications related to SSI
- Comparative analysis of approaches, frameworks, and initiatives
- Development of primers, research notes, and internal knowledge materials
- Structured briefings and capability-building sessions for technical and non-technical teams
Our research outputs are designed to be actionable, providing clarity and decision support rather than purely academic insight.
SSI Strategy and Use Case Definition
We help organisations define how SSI fits into their strategic objectives, product vision, or innovation roadmap. This includes identifying realistic use cases, assessing feasibility, and aligning technical possibilities with business and ecosystem constraints. This service is especially suited for technology-driven organisations seeking to integrate SSI into their offerings or explore new SSI-based services.
Typical activities include:
- Identification and prioritisation of SSI use cases
- Stakeholder and ecosystem mapping
- Value proposition and impact analysis
- Assessment of technical, organisational, and governance requirements
- Definition of phased adoption or experimentation roadmaps
Our goal is to help organisations avoid speculative or misaligned implementations and focus on use cases where SSI provides tangible value.
Reference Architecture and Technical Design
We design reference architectures for SSI solutions that are standards-based, interoperable, and suitable for multi-stakeholder and cross-border environments. Our work in this area focuses on architectural clarity and informed design choices rather than vendor-specific implementation. We help organisations understand how different components fit together and what trade-offs are involved.
Typical activities include:
- Definition of SSI reference architectures
- Analysis of credential issuance, holding, and verification flows
- Wallet models and custody considerations
- Key management and security architecture
- Integration patterns with existing systems
- Interoperability and scalability considerations
These architectures provide a solid foundation for pilots, proofs of concept, and future production deployments.
Pilot and Proof-of-Value Design
We support organisations in designing and structuring SSI pilots that go beyond experimentation and generate meaningful insights. Rather than focusing solely on technical feasibility, we help define pilots that assess adoption, usability, governance, and operational implications.
Typical activities include:
- Pilot scoping and success criteria definition
- Selection of standards, components, and architectural patterns
- Definition of governance and trust assumptions
- Identification of risks, dependencies, and constraints
- Evaluation frameworks and lessons-learned analysis
This service is particularly relevant for organisations seeking to validate SSI concepts before committing to large-scale deployment.
International Research and Innovation Project Support
SAHEL Solutions contributes to international research and innovation projects as a research, architecture, or dissemination partner, with a focus on SSI and digital trust. We support projects throughout their lifecycle, from proposal development to execution and dissemination, ensuring technical coherence and alignment with international standards.
Typical contributions include:
- Conceptual and technical research on SSI-related topics
- Architecture and interoperability analysis
- Standards and governance alignment
- Contribution to technical deliverables and reports
- Development of white papers, guidelines, and dissemination materials
Our hybrid profile allows us to connect research objectives with practical outcomes, strengthening both project quality and real-world relevance.
How We Work
Across all our services, we follow a consistent set of principles:
- Standards-based and technology-neutral approaches
- Focus on interoperability and long-term sustainability
- Clear documentation and transparent reasoning
- Collaboration with internal teams and external partners
- Alignment between research insights and practical decisions
We engage with organisations as long-term partners, supporting learning, experimentation, and informed decision-making in a field that continues to evolve rapidly. If you want to know more or get in contact with us, please write us at sahel@sahelsolutions.com