5.2.2. Empiric Category

The empiric category dealt with the issues that arise when data are utilised repeatedly. This category focused on developing means of communication and data handling. Based on the percentage position and Garrett's mean value, the dimensions were ranked as accessibility, timeliness, and security within the empiric category. The dimension accessibility of data was given the highest priority over the security of the data dimension. Table 7 shows the percentage position and Garret score for the ranks as per Equation (1), while Table 8 shows the ranking of the dimensions based on the Garrett mean value. Accessibility refers to how easily users can access data. This includes factors such as the availability of the data, the ease of retrieving them, and the format in which they are presented. Timeliness refers to how up-to-date and relevant the data are. This includes factors such as the frequency of updates and how quickly they are made available. Security refers to data protection from unauthorised access, modification, or disclosure. This includes factors such as the level of encryption used, the strength of access controls, and the measures in place to prevent data breaches. By ranking these dimensions based on their importance, organisations can prioritise their efforts to improve information quality. However, it is essential to note that the relative importance of each dimension may vary depending on the specific context and the users' needs.

**Table 7.** Percentage position and Garrett value for rank 1 to 3.

