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Buleleng Regency Strengthens One Data Indonesia Through BIMA Sakti Program

From Republika · (7h ago) Indonesian Positive tone

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • The Buleleng Regency government in Bali is collaborating with the local Central Statistics Agency (BPS) to strengthen the "One Data Indonesia" program.
  • The initiative, named BIMA Sakti (Maraton Masyarakat Statistik), aims to improve data quality and ensure accuracy and usefulness for the community.
  • Buleleng's Communication, Informatics, Cryptography, and Statistics Office acts as the data custodian, involving all regional apparatuses as data producers.

In the northern reaches of Bali, the Buleleng Regency is taking a significant step towards data-driven governance through the BIMA Sakti program. This collaboration between the local government and the Central Statistics Agency (BPS) is not merely administrative; it represents a commitment to ensuring that the data shaping our policies is accurate, reliable, and, most importantly, beneficial to the people of Buleleng.

The "One Data Indonesia" initiative is crucial for streamlining information across various government bodies. By designating the Dinas Kominfosanti as the data custodian and involving all regional apparatuses as data producers, Buleleng is building a robust framework for data management. This structured approach, with BPS acting as the guiding force, ensures that statistical principles are upheld, leading to higher quality data that can be trusted for decision-making.

Tujuan utama pembinaan ini adalah mendorong peningkatan kualitas data agar sesuai dengan kaidah statistik, sekaligus memperkuat kapasitas sumber daya manusia dan memastikan sinkronisasi data antar perangkat daerah.

— Komang Ery Marta PariataExplaining the primary goals of the BIMA Sakti program.

What makes BIMA Sakti particularly impactful is its focus on both data quality and human capacity. The program's commitment to continuous training and development for those involved in data collection and management will foster a more skilled workforce. Furthermore, by packaging statistical information into accessible formats like infographics through the "Minfotik" program, the initiative aims to enhance statistical literacy among the general public. This empowers citizens to understand and utilize data in their daily lives, from understanding local market potential to appreciating green spaces.

This initiative underscores a growing understanding in Indonesia, and particularly in regions like Buleleng, that data is a powerful asset. While international coverage might focus on grand technological advancements, initiatives like BIMA Sakti highlight the fundamental importance of accurate local data for effective regional development. It's about building a strong, integrated data ecosystem from the ground up, ensuring that policies are not based on guesswork but on solid evidence, ultimately serving the needs of the community.

Melalui literasi statistik, masyarakat diajak untuk lebih memahami informasi berbasis data, sekaligus memanfaatkannya dalam kehidupan sehari-hari, seperti penggunaan ruang terbuka hijau, pengenalan potensi pasar tradisional, hingga sektor UMKM.

— Komang Ery Marta PariataHighlighting the importance of statistical literacy for the community.
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Originally published by Republika in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.