Capitalizing on ICT for Data Communication Nan Hasnani Long Padang Department of Statistics, Malaysia
Outline of the Presentation 1.DOSM at a glance 2.Capitalizing on ICT for data communication 3.Impact 4.Moving forward
Outline of the Presentation 1.DOSM at a glance 2.Capitalizing on ICT for data communication 3.Impact 4.Moving forward
Department Of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM) At A Glance Established in 1949 under Statistics Ordinance and was known as Bureau of Statistics Statistics Act 1965 (Revised-1989) The principal legislation determining the functions and responsibilities of the DOS Functions Main agency to collect, interpret, and disseminate official statistics for the purpose of policy making and national planning
Producer of National Statistics of reliable and integrity for national planning and development through: Continuous research and statistical analysis Use of the best technology Competent and innovative human capital Adoption of best practices and methodology Mission
Malaysia’s Statistical System A centralised system and at the same time allows other agencies to collect statistics to fulfill their own needs
Outline of the Presentation 1.DOSM at a glance 2.Capitalizing on ICT for data communication 3.Impact 4.Moving forward
Where is data communication in Generic Business Statistical Model?
Capitalizing on ICT for Data Communication Guiding Documents: DOSM Strategic Plans 2010 – 2014 Chapter 3 Item 3.3 Enhancement of Data Communications Portal Interactive Databases Webpage for specific target groups (student, researches etc.)
Current Practices Data Dissemination Website Free Download Interactive Database MySMS Facebook
Website
SDDS – DOSM Data Releases
Migrating from paper-based publishing method to electronic publishing method Introduced : July 2009 Current : 85 publications Benefit : Cost savings Free Download Facility
Free Download Facility (cont’d)
Interactive Database Accessible through DOSM website Benefit: Data mining Available database: External Trade Database Population Finder (Quick Info) The Malaysia’s Millennium Development Goals
MySMS Adopt the concept of single SMS number to access services offered by government agencies DOSM supports : Provide an effective and hassle free way for mobile community to obtain the latest statistical info
Population GDP CPI External Trade IIP Labour Force MMS MySMS Services Provided by DOSM Other features: - State Offices Addresses - Feedback/ComplaintsSTATSDATA
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Outline of the Presentation 1.DOSM at a glance 2.Capitalizing on ICT for data communication 3.Impact 4.Moving forward
Impact Cost and time saving Reduce the number of data requests Users can access data anytime and anywhere Users are more satisfied with the services provided by DOSM
Outline of the Presentation 1.DOSM at a glance 2.Capitalizing on ICT for data communication 3.Impact 4.Moving forward
Moving Forward Transformation from website to web portal Extend the accessibility of the interactive database to the public Geographical Information System (GIS) – Thematic maps to the web site Develop dataset for learning purposes
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