Open standards and you

Some suggested starting points for different types of users

Policy specialists

For policy specialists looking for an overview of standards for data and how they might be used to support public policy

Domain experts

For subject matter experts looking to understand the different types of standards, their benefits and more information about how they are developed

Data publishers and consumers

Looking for support in adopting existing data standards or advice on developing new standards?

Organisations developing standards

Tools, guidance and support for organisations involved in developing and supporting open standards for data

Find existing standards

Find and assess existing open standards for data

How to find open standards

This guide helps you uncover new ways to find existing open standards.

How to choose an open standard

This guide helps you ask the right questions when choosing an open standard.

Creating impact with open standards

The impact and benefits of open standards for data

Creating impact with open standards

Open standards can help drive collaboration, implement policy, create new ecosystems and more. Creating impact starts with understanding the ecosystem so you can solve clearly defined problems and engage with stakeholders.

Lessons learned in open standards development

There are thousands of standards under development, in use, or retired worldwide. Here, we condense some of the important lessons emerging from the people and organisations using, sharing and developing open standards for data.

Creating Open Standards

Create new open standards and manage change

Getting started

Creating a new open standard is time and resource intensive. It’s useful to consider what’s involved in creating a standard before starting development.

Managing change in open standards

Being clear about who manages change, and how, will increase trust and confidence in the open standard as it matures.