# Guidance

Are you new to OCDS? [Read the Primer](../getting_started/index).

The four phases of implementation described in this guide have helped implementers around the world publish open contracting data to help address real-world problems.

Read the guidance to understand the main steps to implement OCDS and to find supporting resources. Detailed guidance on specific topics and tasks is provided in sub-pages.

```eval_rst
.. toctree::
   :maxdepth: 2

   design
   map
   build
   publish
```

Do you have questions or need assistance? Contact the [OCDS Helpesk](../support/index).