Data Maturity FrameworkDataKind estimate there are 40-50 data maturity frameworks now in use, each developed for various different contexts such as the ODI's open data framework, DataKind's charity sector framework or IBM's Big Data framework. Our desk research suggested that no UK-specific local government data maturity frameworks existed. In response, we have developed a prototype of a data maturity framework in collaboration with the eight in-depth case studies. There is scope for this framework to be developed further through testing it with local authorities and gathering their feedback. This is work that Nesta will explore in the future. This data maturity framework is a prototype that aims to provide a useful set of considerations at the outset of a data-led project. NestaN_18ad3df6-74c1-11e2-ac7e-249f64612d42Nesta is an innovation charity with a mission to help people and organisations bring great ideas to life. We are dedicated to supporting ideas that can help improve all our lives, with activities ranging from early-stage investment to in-depth research and practical programmes.Local Government AssociationLGA_421f7bcd-189b-4141-9bce-5dadc18908c8The LGA is the national voice of local government, working with councils to support, promote and improve local government.Value is created through data. _a223e32a-c934-11e6-998b-b770b8ca98f4To develop a prototypical data maturity framework._a223e492-c934-11e6-998b-b770b8ca98f4Data MaturityData maturity can refer to the readiness of a local authority to take on data work of different levels of complexity. Data maturity models are often used to explain "a journey from looking at retrospective ad hoc data to explain the past, to a more continuous 'current/real time' understanding of the here and now, a level of optimizing for efficiency and effectiveness, through to the ultimate state of predicting and creating the future". Defining the parameters of this journey can be a useful way of thinking about the different aspects of how value is created through data. Data ManagementManage data_a223e528-c934-11e6-998b-b770b8ca98f41CollectionCollect data._a223e5b4-c934-11e6-998b-b770b8ca98f41.1OrganisationOrganise data._a223e668-c934-11e6-998b-b770b8ca98f41.2QualityEnsure the quality (accuracy, completeness, currency and consistency) of data._a223e6ea-c934-11e6-998b-b770b8ca98f41.3Data Governance & OpennessGovern data and make it open._a223e76c-c934-11e6-998b-b770b8ca98f42GovernanceGovern data._a223e7ee-c934-11e6-998b-b770b8ca98f42.1OpennessMake data open._a223e88e-c934-11e6-998b-b770b8ca98f42.2Data UseUse data._a223e938-c934-11e6-998b-b770b8ca98f43DecisionmakingUse data to make decisions._a223e9ec-c934-11e6-998b-b770b8ca98f43.1Performance & EvaluationUse data to drive and evaluate performance._a223eab4-c934-11e6-998b-b770b8ca98f43.2Optimisation & AutomationUse data to optimise and automate processes._a223eb5e-c934-11e6-998b-b770b8ca98f43.3Data Skills CapabilityDevelop the necessary skills._a223ec3a-c934-11e6-998b-b770b8ca98f44_a223ed70-c934-11e6-998b-b770b8ca98f4Data Awareness & CultureRaise awareness and build a supportive culture._a223ee2e-c934-11e6-998b-b770b8ca98f45_a223eeec-c934-11e6-998b-b770b8ca98f42016-12-23OwenAmburOwen.Ambur@verizon.net