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Onboarding of Trusted Data Sources

CriteriaHow to applyProcessDCAT‑APWho decides

Criteria required to apply

  • Meets TDO “Trusted Data” criteria (quality, provenance, timeliness).
  • Provides minimum viable metadata (MVM) fields.
  • Shares a catalogue or datasets in open/standard formats where possible.
  • Aligns with DCAT‑AP profile; mapping available via Metadata Converter.

How to apply

  1. Complete the online application form (mock).
  2. Provide sample metadata and access endpoints (where applicable).
  3. Agree to TDO terms on data stewardship and visibility.

Onboarding Process (mock)

  1. Submission → initial check
  2. Metadata validation → MVM/DCAT‑AP mapping
  3. Quality review → sample datasets
  4. Approval → listing in TDO catalogue

Who decides

Decision by the TDO governance (mock). Details to be defined with partners and advisory group.