Policy Brief: Strengthening Data Governance for Effective Use of Open Data and Big Data Analytics for Combating COVID-19
- Instituting a robust data governance constitutes the foundation for effective use of open data and big data analytics for combatting COVID-19.
- Data governance requires a holistic and whole-of-government approach with the engagement of all stakeholders and partners across sectors.
- Data disaggregation is key during a pandemic, and it is imperative to enhance the capacity for the collection of disaggregated data to ensure the inclusion of vulnerable groups that are hit most.