Affiliations: [a] KPA Group, Raanana, Israel | [b] Samuel Neaman Institute, Technion, Israel | [c] Department of Statistics and Applied Mathematics, University of Turin, Italy | [d] Sapienza Università di Roma, Italy
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Corresponding author: Ron S. Kenett, KPA Group, Raanana, Israel. E-mail: ron@kpa-group.com.
Abstract: This paper considers different perspectives of indicators produced by official statistics agencies, with an emphasis on technical aspects. We discuss statistical methods, impact, scope and action operationalisation of official statistic indicators. The focus is on multivariate aspects in analysing and communicating such indicators. To illustrate the points made in the paper, we use examples from well-being indicators, from the UN sustainable development goals and a Eurobarometer example. The overall objective is to enhance the added value of official statistics indicators, as they are communicated, and thus strengthen evidence-based policy-making.
Keywords: Official statistics, indicators, information quality, statistical methods
