08. EHDS Guide | Maturity Model

What is your actual maturity status?

Self-assessing your current maturity level will help you to make targeted improvements and continuously develop your data governance. Use this maturity level plan to assess your current status and plan the next step in your development.

Maturity Level Description Criteria for classification Typical measures
Level 01:
Initial Stage		 Unstructured processes,
hardly documented,
no clear strategy
  • Data is collected on an ad hoc basis
  • No documented procedures
  • No formal responsibility
 Collect initial data,
define responsibilities,
initial training
Level 02:
Formal Stage		 Documented processes,
initial standards established
  • Data is documented, but not complete
  • Initial standards for data exchange in place
  • Responsibilities are defined
 Create data inventory,
document processes,
implement standard tools
Level 03:
Integrated Stage		 Processes are fully integrated
into the organization
  • Data is fully described and organized
  • APIs and interfaces are established
  • Data protection and security measures implemented
 Automation,
comprehensive interfaces,
training and audits
Level 04:
Optimized Stage		 Continuous improvement
and innovation
  • Processes are regularly reviewed and optimized
  • Metrics and monitoring are established
  • Active feedback and innovation cycles are in place
 Dashboard implementation,
feedback systems,
regular training
Download Maturity Self-Assessment

How do you determine the maturity level?

Self-assessment based on classification criteria:

There are specific criteria for each maturity level (see table in section above). You assess the extent to which your current status meets these criteria.

Comparison of your characteristics:

  • Do you record your data exclusively manually and in an unstructured manner? -> Level 1
  • Have you introduced documentation and initial standards? -> Level 2
  • Is your data fully described, APIs established, and security measures implemented? -> Level 3
  • Do you regularly check, optimize your processes, and use monitoring? -> Level 4

Evaluation:

You can assign a score or progress status for each level. The result shows you the current level of maturity.

Derive measures:

Where your assessment still shows deficits, you can plan specific measures to reach a higher level.

Simple questions for your self-assessment:

Follow this set of questions to help you self-assess your maturity level:

  • Is data collected only on an ad hoc basis or is it systematically documented?
  • Are there clear responsibilities for data management?
  • Are interfaces (APIs) available and standardized?
  • Is data regularly checked and are security measures maintained?
  • Is progress monitored regularly and are processes continuously improved?

Here’s how you can recap:

  • Level 1: If you answer „no“ to almost all criteria.
  • Level 2: If initial documentation is available and processes have been formalized but not yet fully implemented.
  • Level 3: If your data is fully described, interfaces are established, and security measures are implemented.
  • Level 4: If you regularly check, optimize, and are up to date with the latest technology.
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