Leveraging the Potentials of Data Sharing
5 CONCLUSION AND DISCUSSION
This report focuses on a single case study ; however , the activities and resulting method are designed to support broader applicability for implementing testbed scenarios across various domains . The proposed method serves as a critical steppingstone to securing stakeholder commitment before significant resources are allocated to specifying and implementing cooperative services . By clearly defining the expected benefits and outlining the necessary data flows , the method empowers decision-makers to grasp the strategic value of digital services that depend on cross-organizational collaboration and information exchange .
The primary audience for this method includes C-suite executives and strategic planners responsible for setting budgets and determining project priorities . Rather than focusing on technical specifications , the method emphasizes the overarching motivations , contributions , and benefits for each participant . This high-level perspective fosters trust among stakeholders by transparently linking their contributions to the shared objectives of the testbed . Trust , in turn , is essential for enabling successful data-sharing initiatives in multi-organizational settings .
Figure 5-1 : Method for enabling cooperative data sources .
A key contribution of this method is its ability to address the “ data sharing problem ”— the challenges of exchanging data across organizational boundaries while maintaining sovereignty and security . By tackling these issues early in the process , the method lays the groundwork for developing standardized interfaces and agreements for cross-organizational data exchange .
These foundational elements can then be refined through subsequent technical and operational efforts , ensuring that the final implementation is both practical and aligned with stakeholders ’ goals . Beyond the planning and initial discussions , the method serves as a visual and conceptual tool for integrating diverse perspectives . It enables stakeholders to collaboratively define the
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