What is the purpose of the CENTS system?

The CENTS system is primarily designed as the CI External Name Trace System. Its main purpose is to facilitate the background checks and searches on individuals who are involved in immigration processes, including asylum applications. This system integrates various data sources to enable officers to collect relevant information about applicants in order to assess their credibility and eligibility for asylum. By allowing officers to trace names and access external databases, the CENTS system enhances the overall efficiency and thoroughness of the adjudication process.

Each of the other options describes systems or functions that do not accurately represent the purpose of CENTS. For example, document tracking pertains to monitoring paperwork rather than name tracing, while the other suggested names do not align with the actual operations of the CENTS system.