Creation of Public Value and Global Open Data Movement

Abstract

To contribute to arguments about public value based on the global open data movement, I describe its definition, purpose, history, meaning, and examples from within Japan and abroad. Behind the movement, there are cultures of “open” and “share” applied via the internet. Implementing policies passively based on the traditional “closed” culture, the government cannot develop the ability to enable open data. We need to think deeply and hold more discussions about the essential value of “open access,” which enabled and continues to promote the information society. Thinking more about the value of “open access” will improve open data utilization and therefore enhance business growth and social problem-solving.