Make a difference with Open Data

One of the main reasons the current state of Open Datasets is so disconnected is because of the limitations imposed on the content and actual releases of broader sets of data. Not all data can be opened. Reasons include business, privacy, regulatory, social, and...

In this section, we will explore the current state and challenges of open data distribution, and explore possible solutions. Open data is the new default. Rather than having public officials deciding which datasets are worthy of public release and thus subjecting them...

An organizations ability to use its data effectively and reliably is dependent on the quality of that data. For example, if you have a database of company names and addresses that is accurate and valid, but you don't also have other data that tells you more about...

As more open data becomes available, governments and organizations need to think about the needs of the different types of people who use this data. There simply is no single typical use case of open (government) data. We will explore how open data can be fully...

Different business models and understanding which one suits their goal are challenges for open data-driven organizations. Many data-driven organizations, especially small- to medium-sized enterprises, are still struggling to generate revenue by adapting to the changes...

The world of open data is growing very quickly, and while it may seem strange to build a business around open data, new models are being created more often and showing how to use open data in a business in a useful and profitable way. Understanding what type of open...

In this Topic, we will look at governmental organizations and political parties with strong open-data policies and ambitions. Several obstacles impede an ambitious policy towards publication of open data. Investments in infrastructure, software, and staff resources...

The volume of data held by the public sector is constantly increasing. The data ranges from sensitive personal information used to deliver personalized services (such as health and social care) to non-personal information (such as environmental data). This data...