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Swiss data policy

As an independent think tank, we promote dialogue between public administration and research institutions, business associations, companies and civil society organizations.

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Our publications get to the bottom of data policy issues. The articles are usually produced collaboratively with various partners and aim to provide practical recommendations for action in Switzerland.

"The way the Swiss Data Alliance helps shape policies with stakeholders from science, politics, business and administration is textbook collaborative governance."

- Kevin Andermatt, Institute for Public Management at the ZHAW

Our approach

Data unfolds its maximum value when we view it as a common good ("commons"). For this to happen, there needs to be an exchange between all stakeholders on an equal footing. The rights of users must be a particular focus here: Every person needs a copy of the data they have generated - and should be able to dispose of its further use independently.