How Can My Pension Scheme Connect to Pensions Dashboards Before the 31 October Deadline?

With the 31 October 2026 deadline approaching, many pension schemes are now deciding how they can connect within the available time and at a cost that is proportionate to their needs.

For many schemes, connection itself can be achieved relatively quickly using core member information, with a clear plan then put in place for the remaining data and calculation requirements.

Does every connection take months?

No, not with Life and Pension Systems.

For most schemes, connection can be established within one month. The initial connection requires only a straightforward set of scheme details and core member data.

By taking the process one step at a time, schemes can focus first on meeting the 31 October deadline with minimum disruption, while putting a structured plan in place to fulfil their wider dashboard responsibilities.

Do we need a pension administration system?

No. Whether or not you use the Pension Master Suite our pension administration platform, we can connect your pension scheme to the Pensions Dashboard through our Integrated Service Provider (ISP) solution.

To make implementation as simple as possible, we've developed easy-to-complete scheme and member data templates. These allow you to provide the information needed for connection in a clear, consistent format, which can then be securely loaded through our ISP.

What information will an ISP need?

Although every pension scheme is different, the information needed to get started is often much simpler than people expect.

In most cases, your ISP provider will ask for information that you already hold, including:

🗂️ Your Pension SchemeKey scheme information and administration details.

👥 Member DataCore member information used for dashboard matching.

📞 Key ContactsThe people we'll work with throughout the implementation.

An experienced ISP will guide you through the process and explain exactly what's required.

How Life and Pension Systems can help

Life and Pension Systems provides a certified ISP connection service designed to make dashboard connection as straightforward as possible.

Whether you're just beginning your dashboard journey or looking for an affordable connection option for a smaller scheme, our team can help you understand the process, prepare for connection and support you through implementation.

Get in touch to discuss your scheme and explore your connection options.

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