Journal of social protection research
Volume 6, Numéro 1, Pages 05-20
2025-06-30

Recovery And Formalisation Of The Economy : The Two Imperatives For An Effective Social Security System

Authors : Filhon Guillaume .

Abstract

This article explores the evolving challenges facing social security institutions in the context of economic informality, digital labor platforms, and increasing mobility of production factors. It underscores the necessity for institutions to uphold compliance and extend coverage simultaneously, emphasizing the foundational role of formalization. Robust institutional solutions—such as unique identification, risk profiling, and data-sharing—are presented as critical mechanisms for effective contribution collection. The piece highlights innovative practices, including international cooperation, metadata analysis, and AI-driven predictive systems. Simplification of procedures, such as “compliance by design” and subsidized schemes like France’s auto-entrepreneur status, aims to encourage voluntary adherence. Social security education and behavioral communication strategies further support long-term engagement. Platforms themselves can serve as trusted intermediaries in the reporting process. Ultimately, the article argues that innovation—through coercive, incentivizing, and persuasive tools—must underpin a renewed vision of social solidarity, capable of addressing evasive behaviors within modern economies.

Keywords

contribution collection ; formalisation ; economy ; recovery ; social security ; sustainability ; sustainable growth ; formalization ; contributions ; fraud ; error ; evasion ; social