In general, the completion of the first review is impacting favourably on the Greek economy, by strengthening confidence and removing the uncertainty that has weighed heavily on the economic climate and led to a postponement of investment decisions. The gradual restoration of confidence as a result of the completion of the first review is reflected in several leading indicators of economic activity.
There is thus a shared interest in promoting the efficient production and processing of data through the use of globally accepted open standards applied by all relevant stakeholders. But setting global standards is of course not enough. Coordinated and consistent implementation of agreed standards is an equally important determinant of success – as is the management and dissemination of data.