In accordance with decision B.18/02, paragraphs (b) and (d), this document presents an analysis of the challenges, barriers, gaps and recommendations to achieve an increase in the amount of direct access proposals in the pipeline. It takes into account the views of Board members and alternate Board members, national designated authorities/focal points and direct access accredited entities and also incorporates an initial review of the Readiness and Preparatory Support Programme. This document also includes recommendations and suggestions collated from the interviews and surveys conducted to develop the comprehensive analysis.