Understanding Reasons Why Companies Do Not Use Open Government Data: Focusing on the Social Representations Theory

초록

Contemporary society's development revolves around data, acknowledged as a vital asset in today's economy and society. Particularly, the opening of government data is gaining global attention, with many countries actively advocating for it. Despite Korea's efforts through the Digital Platform Government policy to integrate public services and data, the usage rate among Korean companies remains low. This study aims to compare perspectives of key stakeholders-government and companies-on Korea's open data policy. The analysis of news articles using social representation theory reveals companies' perceptions and reasons not to use open government data. The research identified 15 concept elements and highlighted differences in stakeholder structures. By understanding government and companies view, it uncovers reasons for underutilization and proposes solutions, crucial for successful policy implementation, business uptake, and economic growth.

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