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  1. he aim of any Open Data initiative is not simply to throw datasets onto a website, but to build a sustainable ecosystem around data that supports social, economic and political impact. An Open
    Data Ecosystem is defined by its elements and the relationship between these elements, and can be influenced by both internal and external factors. Through rich experience in the Open Data domain,
    an extensive literature review, and interviews with existing and potential Open Data practitioners, we define the Open Data Ecosystem Elements ...
     
    To determine a set of Best Practices for Open Data Ireland, we examine each element in turn; providing an overview of the element, describing international practice, describing current Irish practice, and finally, making recommendations for best practice. By following this holistic approach, a sound Open Data ecosystem can be established, which will act, react, grow and develop organically. The following section provides the recommendations for each Open Data Ecosystem element, which in turn are the basis for the Open Data Ireland Roadmap (available as a separate deliverable of this project).