Trusted Jurisdictions are jurisdictions that you share data (Vendors, Contract, Score Cards).  When configured, PRISM will manage the data from the trusted jurisdictions so that you are always aware of your data versus a trusted jurisdiction's data.   The most widely used data between trusted jurisdictions are certifications. 

The above picture illustrates a trusted relation ship with City of Emerald Transit and FDOT.  Since FDOT is configured.  PRISM can import FDOT certifications.  When combined with the certificate types configuration, all FDOT certifications will automatically satisfy DBE and ACDBE goals.