Open Conference Systems, STATISTICS AND DATA SCIENCE: NEW CHALLENGES, NEW GENERATIONS

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Official Statistics 4.0 – learning from history for the challenges of the future
Walter J. Radermacher

Last modified: 2017-05-22

Abstract


The quantity of digital data created, stored and processed in the world has grown exponentially. The demand for statistics and the power of facts has never been so apparent. In the process of adapting to the new reality, Official Statistics will continue to focus on relevant products, efficient production processes and quality of statistical information. Quality, trust and authority are central to Official Statistics in a modern democratic society, holding a neutral and impartial position between the political decision-makers and citizens. The article underlines the importance of statistical governance and quality management.