Datastore

Datastore - Regional open data platform

Datastore is an open data platform accessible to all, fed by different users such as municipalities, PIOs and administrations.
It is part of an ecosystem of services that facilitate access to and the sharing of open data in the Brussels-Capital Region.

Datastore benefits

• Automation and support:
  the addition of data is automated, and regional partners receive implementation support.
• Economies of scale:
  sharing a secure tool enables significant economies.
• Visibility and accessibility:
  existing datasets and services become more visible and accessible.
• Data harvesting:
  datastore copies metadata from other portals, guaranteeing access to the most recent version of data or webservices.

Use of data

• Free access:
  without registering, users can browse, search and consult data, or create a profile to receive suggestions or subscribe to content.
• Variety and integration:
  a wide range of data is available, with automated updates for efficient operation.
• Data governance:
  data encoding specifies access conditions, facilitating management and sharing between administrations.

A lever for transparency and innovation

Updated daily, Datastore fosters innovation and economic growth.
The data can be used by everyone, improving citizen participation and the transparency of public authorities.

Datastore meets the needs of users and producers by guaranteeing the opening and free reuse of the data available in the Brussels-Capital Region.