Deliverable D32.2 Recommendations to reduce technical barriers and improve the quality and availability of data

This deliverable, D32.2 “Recommendations to reduce technical barriers and improve the quality and availability of data”, is a critical output of Work Package 32 within the Flagship Project FP5 – TRANS4M-R. It builds upon the foundations laid in the previously submitted deliverable 25.1, which introduced general principles for data sharing and data structures in the rail freight sector. The primary objective of this document is to provide comprehensive recommendations for removing administrative and technical obstacles to data exchange, thereby enhancing data availability and quality across the multimodal freight transport ecosystem. This work is essential for establishing a harmonized framework for seamless data exchange within FP5 and its connection to FP1.Key aspects of this deliverable include:

• Further exploration of the Conceptual Data Model (CDM) introduced in D25.1, emphasizing its role in ensuring data interoperability and quality.
• Analysis of survey results from key stakeholders, including Infrastructure Managers (IMs) and Railway Undertakings (RUs), as well as System Suppliers highlighting current challenges and the state of data exchange in the sector.
• Detailed examination of the roles, responsibilities, and systems involvement of IMs (such as RFI, TRV, and ADIF) and RUs (like ČDC and ÖBB) and system suppliers (like HACON and GTS) in various aspects of railway operations, including planning, traffic control, and data exchange.
• Identification of critical issues in data exchange, such as lack of standardization, cybersecurity concerns, and difficulties in real-time data sharing.
• Discussion on the key aspects that are essential for data sharing such as identity and access management, auditing, monitoring and data sharing policies through a data space approach, as specified by International Data Spaces.
• Recommendations for improving data exchange, focusing on areas such as data governance, standardization, and the adoption of new technologies.
• Discussion on the importance of data quality and availability in optimizing railway operations and improving service quality.
• Coverage of data storage solutions and transversal aspects related to them, including recommendations for good practices in safety, security, and data protection.
• Collection and examination of use cases from WP26 to WP31 to identify areas requiring alignment with WP32 for data exchange purposes.

This deliverable aims to provide a comprehensive framework that will facilitate the seamless and harmonized exchange of data within the broader context of multimodal freight transport. By addressing the identified challenges and implementing the proposed recommendations, the project seeks to drive efficiency, transparency, and collaboration across systems, ultimately leading to optimized logistics, better resource management, and enhanced customer experiences in the rail freight sector. The document reflects the process followed to align data exchange requirements across various work packages, ensuring a cohesive approach to data management and interoperability throughout the FP5-TRANS4M-R project.