Towards trusted data sharing: guidance and case studies

Data sharing checklist

Who is this for?

This checklist is aimed at organisations who have identified the opportunity to create value through sharing data, and are considering setting up arrangements for data sharing. These may be organisations that already hold data and see the value of sharing it more widely, organisations that would like access to others’ data, or intermediaries who see the opportunity in facilitating data sharing.

What is its purpose?

The purpose of the checklist is to guide organisations through the main areas for consideration as they work towards a data-sharing solution. It draws on learning from a series of 10 data-sharing case studies.

What does it cover?

The checklist addresses business, technology, governance and people considerations, and covers eight areas for action:

The checklist:

1. Define the opportunity

2. Identify the scope of data to be shared and how it will be used

3. Develop the business model that allows value to be generated and shared

4. Develop the model for data sharing and the partnership

5. Ensure that the right people are involved with appropriate skills and expertise

6. Identify the constraints, including legal and regulatory requirements, and how these should be addressed

7. Identify the architectures and technologies needed to enable data sharing

8. Develop the mechanisms for good governance and oversight, to enable trusted data sharing

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Overview

Introduction

Data sharing checklist

Practical challenges

Policy context

Implications for policy

Case studies

Acknowledgements

References