In the statistical field, there are needs common to many countries. There is also pressure for timelier release.
Speedy release is extremely important to make statistics relevant to the administrative process.
And, as for all other goods, statistics have a cost of production, with each stage demanding human and economic resources. The importance of statistics is acknowledged in most countries, but in practice their public funding is often under strain, especially in developing countries. So it s necessary to strive to produce high-quality statistics at minimum cost. It s also important to identify markets for the sale of statistical products. Statistical data are a public good, just like schools, roads and hospitals.