Avatuskraadi

Avatuskraadi is a Finnish term that translates to "degree of openness" or "openness level." It is primarily used in the context of data and information sharing, particularly by public sector organizations and institutions. The concept of avatuskraadi aims to quantify and categorize how accessible and usable data is to the public and other stakeholders.

The degree of openness is often assessed based on several criteria. These can include whether the data is available in a digital format, if it is provided in a machine-readable format (e.g., CSV, JSON), if it is licensed under an open license that permits reuse and redistribution, and if it is updated regularly. A high avatuskraadi indicates data that is freely available, easy to access, and suitable for a wide range of uses, including commercial applications and further analysis. Conversely, a low avatuskraadi suggests data that may be difficult to obtain, restricted in its use, or not in a format conducive to interoperability.

The concept is closely linked to the broader principles of open data and open government. By encouraging organizations to increase their avatuskraadi, it promotes transparency, accountability, and innovation. It allows citizens, researchers, and businesses to better understand public sector operations, develop new services, and contribute to informed decision-making. Finland, like many other countries, has been actively working to enhance the avatuskraadi of its public data.