We producers of Official Statistics of Finland are drawing a reliable picture of Finland with the help of statistics. When society changes, the national statistical service must also change. The development strategy for Official Statistics of Finland describes how producers of statistics respond to changes in society in years to come.
The producers of the statistical ecosystem have together defined their vision, tasks and strategic development objectives for the years 2024 to 2026. The producers of statistics want to highlight the value and significance of statistics in society, promote the use of data, deepen partnerships and ensure good quality. The development strategy for official statistics has been compiled by hearing stakeholders and customers and taking into consideration the operating environment.
The producers of statistics commit to the implementation of the development outlines in accordance with the strategy of their own agency. Statistics Finland, as the general statistical authority and the party that coordinates unification, monitors and reports on the implementation of the outlines on its web pages.
Vision
Reliable statistics and data materials as a basis for understanding and decision-making in society
Task
- The parties to the statistical ecosystem produce key statistics and data materials in society in a high-quality and efficient manner with due respect for data protection.
- The produced data and statistics serve the information needs and decision-making of society, decision-makers, research and citizens, as well as the development of innovations and services.
- The statistical ecosystem is developed to make statistics production more efficient and to increase the value of statistics.
- Statistical work is based on network-based cooperation, adherence to the principles of statistical ethics, ensuring the quality and coverage of data and creating added value for data users.
Strategic development objectives
- Highlighting the value and importance of statistics in society
- Promoting the use of data
- Utilising and deepening the ecosystem work and networks
- Quality assurance and production of rapid data