OBDO adopts Federal Data System Agreement Framework

The Dutch government's Overheidsbreed Beleidsoverleg Digitale Overheid (OBDO) has formally adopted the Framework Agreement for a Federated Data System (FDS). This crucial development establishes a clear foundation for organizations participating in the federated data system, marking a significant advancement towards responsible and uniform data sharing within public administration. The decision builds on prior approval from the Intergovernmental Data Consultation (IDO) and aims to foster a collaborative environment for data utilization. The FDS Framework Agreement outlines shared rules governing how government bodies can discover, share, and responsibly use data. These rules encompass technical, semantic, legal, and organizational aspects designed to enhance data utilization for addressing societal challenges and improving citizen and business services. By standardizing data sharing protocols, the FDS promotes greater ease and transparency in inter-organizational collaboration across the government. This formal adoption signifies broad governmental support and aligns with the Dutch Digitalization Strategy's emphasis on accelerating and improving data exchange. The established agreements will undergo further refinement based on practical experiences, ensuring their continued relevance and effectiveness. Organizations can assess their participation readiness using the provided Quickscan tool, while the full framework details are available on realisatieibds.nl.