METIS-wiki

This is the place for people working in official statistics to share information and ideas about statistical metadata.

Contents:

• The Common Metadata Framework; - the four parts of this framework concentrate on different practical and theoretical aspects of statistical metadata systems, providing information for people working with statistical metadata. (See also: Common Metadata Framework Brochure - 500KB PDF)

• Metadata Case Studies - experiences and lessons learned concerning the development of statistical metadata systems in national and international statistical organizations

• The Generic Statistical Business Process Model (GSBPM) - this model, originally developed as part of the Common Metadata Framework, provides harmonised terminology and a standard structure for describing statistical production. Documents and papers about the model and a discussion forum are available for information and comment

• The Generic Statistical Information Model (GSIM) - information about work in progress to define a generic information model to complement the GSBPM

• The METIS Steering Group - This is the group responsible for developing the Common Metadata Framework, and organising METIS meetings

*METIS page on the main UNECE web site, with links to meetings and other resources

Latest News

Fiona Willis-Núñez posted on Jan 29, 2013

Update your Metadata Case Study

Help us keep the repository of case studies up-to-date and relevant by reviewing your organization's contribution.  If you don't have one, please consider adding one!