grunnupplýsinga

Grunnupplýsingar is a term in Icelandic that refers to the essential data needed to identify and describe an entity. In information management and administration, grunnupplýsingar are the core data elements that are stored in a system of record and used to support operations, communications, and analysis.

For individuals, grunnupplýsingar typically include full name, national identification number (kennitala), date of birth, address, and primary contact details. For organizations, they include official name, registration number, address, legal form, and a primary contact person. For objects or events, they encompass identifiers, type, and other key attributes that uniquely describe the item or occurrence.

Use and management of grunnupplýsingar are central to registration, identity verification, client management, and metadata schemas. They form the backbone of records and are often maintained as master data to enable reliable data sharing and interoperability across systems. Master data management practices emphasize keeping grunnupplýsingar accurate, up-to-date, and consistent.

Privacy and governance considerations are integral to handling grunnupplýsingar. In Iceland and the broader European Economic Area, data handling is subject to data protection laws such as the GDPR. Core principles include data minimization, purpose limitation, accuracy, security, and retention limits. Organizations commonly implement access controls, encryption, and audit trails to safeguard grunnupplýsingar and support responsible data use.

See also: personal data, master data management, metadata.