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Open data has direct benefits in the economy, as it contributes to improve income, create jobs and save costs. Thanks to open data, companies can not only acquire a greater knowledge about their environment and make better decisions, but also use open...

The national statistical agencies are an indispensable element for information system of a democratic society. They are one of the main bodies responsible for producing, collecting, classifying, publishing and disseminating high value data at government...

On the internet we can find thousands of data repositories. Those interested in locating certain information have to navigate between multiple sources (national repositories, public organizations or private institutions platforms, digital libraries,...

Data has become a fundamental asset to promote our economy and transform our society. In the current economic environment, having up-to-date information at the right time can be a great competitive advantage. Data can be transformed into knowledge that...

Traditionally, companies have measured their results based on a simple operation: how much they have earned compared to the expenses they have incurred. However, this question is not so simple. There are many aspects to take into account that are not...

From managing the transport network or sanitary inspections, to predicting the future needs of the personnel. Data analytics can be a powerful tool to optimize municipal policies, guaranteeing a more agile and efficient response to the demands of...

Data is one of the main forces that move our economic and social environment. The data allow us to make better decisions at the right time and place, make predictions about how a market will change or know the impact of the last measures . Therefore,...

On the occasion of the approval of Law 9/2017, of November 8, on Public Sector Contracts, Law 37/2007, of November 16, on Reuse of Public Sector Information has been reformed. Specifically, the thirteenth final provision has modified: Some precepts...

The Spanish National Library (BNE) continues promoting the dissemination and reuse of its documentary collections. In addition to contributing to the preservation of Spanish cultural heritage, through the digitization and digital preservation of its...

When creating an open data initiative, it is necessary to know what the expectations and challenges of the users are, as well as what potential services or products based on open data could be created through the reuse of available resources. In this way...