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Open geographic data applications of the National Centre for Geographic Information (NICHD)
The National Centre for Geographic Information publishes open geospatial data from the National Cartographic System, the National Geographic Institute and other organisations through web applications and mobile applications to facilitate access to and consultation of geographic data by citizens.
Geo…
The keys to the UNE data specifications
We live in a constantly evolving environment in which data is growing exponentially and is also a fundamental component of the digital economy. In this context, it is necessary to unlock its potential to maximize its value by creating opportunities for its reuse. However, it is important to bear in…
UNE 0081 Specification - Data Quality Assessment Guide
Today, data quality plays a key role in today's world, where information is a valuable asset. Ensuring that data is accurate, complete and reliable has become essential to the success of organisations, and guarantees the success of informed decision making.
Data quality has a direct impact not only…
Aplicación de la Especificación UNE 0079:2023 de gestión de calidad a los datos abiertos
Continuamos en esta segunda entrega de la serie de artículos con la aplicación de las especificaciones UNE. Antes de nada, recordemos que las Especificaciones UNE 0077, UNE 0078 y UNE 0079 introducen las buenas prácticas en el gobierno del dato, gestión del dato y gestión de calidad del dato con una…
Aplicación de las Especificación UNE 0078: 2023 a los datos abiertos
Este artículo constituye la tercera y última entrega de la serie de artículos dedicados dedicado a la aplicación de las especificaciones UNE de Gobierno, Gestión y Gestión de la calidad del dato a la publicación de datos abiertos. Recordemos que lo estamos realizando, aplicándolo al caso ficticio de…
Citizen science and open data to help society
Some time ago we talked about the power of citizen science to generate open data. As we explained then, citizen science initiatives seek to encourage citizens to contribute to various scientific activities and research through their efforts, knowledge, tools and resources.
The participatory n…
Open data: the great allies to eradicate inequality
Is it possible to find in the data the necessary help to solve the real problems that our society faces? While it is true that data alone cannot be transformed into food for the most disadvantaged, nor can it make weapons disappear in conflict zones or inequalities in the world, they are very useful…
How open data can help in the refugee crisis
According to the United Nations Agency for Refugees (UNHCR), we are currently witnessing the highest levels of displacement of people registered in recent history. In 2019, it is estimated that more than 70 million people have been forced to leave their homes, including 25.9 million legal refugees,…
Open data as a tool to reduce inequalities
The public sector is not only a great provider of open data, but also one of its main users. Open data facilitates contact and direct communication between governments and citizens. This can drive more efficient and effective public policies.
Among other areas, open data has great potential to devel…
