As part of our work in the RIPE Database Requirements Task Force (DBTF), we are trying to understand where there is a requirement to keep allowing PERSON objects to be created. We have received arguments for both pro and against this and we propose the following recommendation: promote ROLE objects instead of PERSON objects but still make it possible for users to create PERSON objects. We want to recommend the RIPE NCC to implement stricter checks and measures to prevent users from unknowingly entering personal data in both object types.

We are looking specifically for arguments pro or against this recommendation. We’ll then discuss each argument with the task force and make a decision.