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Data quality aspects for location-tracking in smart travel and mobility surveys
A comprehensive analysis of several quality aspects in smart surveys
Pearl Dykstra leads ODISSEI to success
In late 2024, Pearl Dykstra delivered her farewell speech at Erasmus University Rotterdam.
Adding bio-based products and materials to statistical classifications
Descriptions of processes for proposing new codes to the PRODCOM, CN and NACE classifications at European level. Recommendations are provided based on interviews with experts.
Fair algorithms in context
Decisions in our society are increasingly supported by Artificial Intelligence (AI). In this work we refer to AI as computers doing ‘intelligent’ tasks. This can for example be determining good moves...
Employment estimates using survey and register data
This report describes macro-integration methods applied to the reconciliation process of labor force statistics from two sources.
What are ‘new’ data sources?
Consumer technology is developing very rapidly. The opportunities created by smartphones and mobile internet yield a wealth of data.
Where does Statistics Netherlands (CBS) get its data from?
Statistics Netherlands uses many sources to compile its statistics. Perhaps the best-known method is carrying out surveys.
Why does Statistics Netherlands (CBS) need so much data?
It is the job of Statistics Netherlands to produce and publish official statistics that can help inform the public debate in the Netherlands.
What does Statistics Netherlands do with its source data files?
We convert these into usable pieces without disclosing any personal characteristics, This is known as anonymisation or pseudonymisation.
Who is able to access our data?
When you complete a survey or send data to us, the data is always encrypted. After that, the data is stored in a secure environment at Statistics Netherlands.
Can other government bodies or organisations ask Statistics Netherlands (CBS) for data?
Statistics Netherlands never provides identifiable data to third parties, not even to other government bodies.
How does Statistics Netherlands (CBS) keep its data secure?
We use the most advanced technology to do this. Statistics Netherlands applies the very highest security standards and has its security assessed regularly.
Are my personal data identifiable when they are collected by Statistics Netherlands (CBS)?
When we convert raw data into statistics, we remove any personal data that could lead to individuals being identified at the earliest possible stage.
Is it compulsory to take part in Statistics Netherlands (CBS) surveys?
Individuals are not legally required to take part, but of course, we hope that you will be willing to do so.
Which legislation is Statistics Netherlands (CBS) subject to?
Statistics Netherlands is subject to the European General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), a law that helps protect the privacy of citizens.
Who is responsible for ensuring that Statistics Netherlands (CBS) complies with the relevant legislation?
Statistics Netherlands has its own Data Protection Officer (DPO) who supervises the application of and compliance with the GDPR within the organisation.
Why did Statistics Netherlands (CBS) contact me, specifically?
Your name and address were chosen at random from a large database that includes all households in the Netherlands: the Personal Records Database.
Does Statistics Netherlands (CBS) carry out privacy audits?
Statistics Netherlands complies with the strictest data privacy requirements, and to ensure that this continues to be the case, an annual review is conducted by an external organisation.
Is Statistics Netherlands (CBS) an independent organisation? And what does that mean in practice?
The professional independence of Statistics Netherlands is essential in order to ensure trust in public statistics.
Protecting Tables by Means of Cell Suppression
National Statistical Institutes protect tabular data against disclosure of sensitive information before they are released. A well-known method is cell suppression. In this paper we propose a new...
Rijks Data Science Programme kicks off
Article about the official launch of the ‘Rijks Data Science Programme’,
New methods to correct data
Scholtus designed a number of new algorithms to automatically correct systematic errors
Editing and estimation of measurement errors
Dissertation on new methods for automatic editing of measurement errors and on the application of measurement error models.
CBS and Leidschendam-Voorburg team up in new UDC
data infrastructure, data processing and privacy protection, with the city’s ambition to support new municipal policies.