Wrap Up. INSPIRE Conference Istanbul Alessandro Annoni Joint Research Centre

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1 Wrap Up INSPIRE Conference Istanbul 2012 Alessandro Annoni Joint Research Centre

2 Outline Input from Moderators Jan Jackson thoughts and personal considerations Two examples from Jiří Hradec CEN TC/287 award for excellence Announcement INSPIRE Conference 2013 Final remarks

3 Complexity INSPIRE is complex but when a specific project is being undertaken only a small section of this complexity needs to be used. Data specifications are Too Complex or Too Simple (e.g. to support 3D applications of Cadastre in Spain or 4D geology)? Too harmonised or Not enough harmonised (eg. statistical data)? Too broad or Too Few (e.g. missing specs to support cultural heritage)? Metadata filling is demanding so Metadata elements should be as limited as much as possible Emerging approaches for metadata actualization should be considered

4 Communication There is a need for a MANIFESTO to be used to better communicate benefits to data providers and users Experiences in MS (e.g. Flooding Early Warning system based on INSPIRE SDI) to be used Benefits for data providers should consider the advantages of an Open Data policy from their perspective Which is the INSPIRE Audience? How to communicate and involve nonspatial experts in INSPIRE processes? Clarification is needed on the relation between INSPIRE and egov

5 Leadership Open Questions: How will INSPIRE being maintained after publishing IR? How should data providers being trained for INSPIRE? What are the results of cost-benefit analysis for data providers? Strengthening existing collaboration between thematic networks would streamline development of web services under INSPIRE framework. INSPIRE is an enabler, so not at the forefront of most people s thinking Embed the governance of the Programme into wider governance

6 Capacity Building is Needed EC funded projects underpin INSPIRE process and bring together experts (data providers) and IT experts Lack of skills is a big obstacle for data sharing MS and EC Experiences in INSPIRE development and implementation should be better shared

7 Capacity Building is Needed EC funded projects underpin INSPIRE process and bring together experts (data providers) and IT experts Lack of skills is a big obstacle for data sharing MS and EC Experiences in INSPIRE development and implementation should be better shared

8 Potential for growth INSPIRE has the potential to stimulate improvements in spatial planning processes and other cross themes sectors INSPIRE only applies to public authorities? Yes, but many datasets are procured commercially. Private sector therefore has always had a VITAL interest in INSPIRE. We should address the needs/opportunities coming from the inclusion of the private sector Emerging business models (e.g. Sweden) to be considered Regional SDI are important components of NSDI. Without a close coordination at Central/Local level there is an high risk of duplication INSPIRE can provide a framework for wider European policy, extending beyond INSPIRE, where necessary.

9 Jan Jackson perception Lowlights Not well communicated or marketed as it deserves: within Europe, globally & in other domains (industry) Lack of drive & engagement of user community, especially industry. Infrastructure never an easy sell. Legislation and technology don t mix specifications are detailed and the pace of change is great Not enough evidence of tangible success at pan- European level. Lack of structured leadership. Silo d and labyrinthine nature of the EC. Too many initiatives and documents

10 Leadership is doing crazy things but at the right moment

11 Re-elaboration of IJ final thoughts Make outreach and communication a priority INSPIRE is world-leading but it s still a whisper SDI initiatives are opaque to wider stakeholders Keep it simple Build incrementally, add more functionality and data later Merge some of the many initiatives! It s about people more than technology Make knowledge exchange an explicit INSPIRE/SEIS goal Recognise the diversity of the Communities of Practice, connect them and give them clear leadership! Take full advantage of the unique pan-national scope Add value at a European level

12 ways forward?

13 Digital Agenda for Europe a flagship initiative of the Europe 2020 Strategy As recognized in the recent communication Towards interoperability for European public services COM(2010) 744 Action on interoperability is essential to maximise the social and economic potential of ICT

14 Environmental information flows in Czechia Ministry of the Environment Uncertainty Reports Assessements Generalization: aiming the information to specific user group, increase understanding Interpretation: value of information evaluation, interdisciplinary context Czech Environmental Inspection Information Data visualization: maps, tables, charts, articles, CENIA Data Consolidation: conversion of monitoring to databases Monitoring Acquisition: monitoring, surveys, assessments; measurements, research Research Institutes 14

15 Georeports from INSPIRE, SEIS, GMES 15

16 Geoportal.gov.cz codevelopmen t Geoportal.sazp.sk The best asset in INSPIRE

17 INSPIRE is Working together for common goals

18 Presentation of the CEN/TC 287 award for excellence Ken Harkin, Sparx Systems, Australia

19 Announcement INSPIRE Conference 2013 Paul Smits, EC Joint Research Centre

20 Final Remarks

21 Special Thanks INSPIRE Conference Istanbul 2012

22 Special Thanks

23 Thanks for your attention. Enjoy Istanbul