Take Control of Your Data Distribution with a Health Data Catalogue

Ministries of Health manage vast amounts of data, accessed by diverse stakeholders. These datasets must be stored securely, with controlled access, clear dissemination, and robust interoperability.

Using data catalogues in healthcare settings saves time, reduces costs, and boosts innovation and productivity among staff and external partners. We specialise in implementing CKAN, an open-source, feature-rich data catalogue trusted globally by governments for efficient data sharing.

Drawing on our work with ministries and international agencies, we tailor CKAN implementations to diverse operational requirements—ensuring secure publication, stakeholder collaboration, and API-driven interoperability.

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  Findable

  Store and organise your data in an online backed-up catalogue. Search and filter the catalogue to find data and documentation of interest. Preview and query structured datasets to gain deeper insight.

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  Accessible

  Control precisely who can access your data and metadata. Data is encrypted at rest and in transit, making it far more secure than typical email distribution.

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  Interoperable

  Allow third parties to configure programmatic access for automated refreshing or system integration. Everything a user can do, a programme can do—via the API.

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  Reusable

  Create and manage metadata, including data dictionaries. Version and track changes. Subscribe to updates when data or documentation changes.

Who Are Health Data Catalogues For?

Data catalogues are an asset to organisations consolidating multiple data streams. Examples include:

• Governments
• UN agencies
• Ministries of Health
• NGOs

How to Proceed with a Health Data Catalogue

• Make an appointment for a free consultation to discuss your needs.
• We develop a tailored work plan and budget, then provide technical support.
• We draw up a basic implementation, review it with you, and refine as needed.
• We maintain constant consultation to adapt to changes and keep you informed.
• Once approved, we support maintenance and hosting. A central issue tracker manages bugs and priorities.
• We work with your designated technical staff and provide training for a smooth handover.

What You Get with Our Support

• Needs analysis with full documentation and professional writing.
• A hosted and maintained online data centre customised to your branding.
• Development of custom functionality and post-implementation enhancements.
• Platform setup assistance, including data migration support.
• Training and development to build your team’s capacity for ongoing maintenance.

What Our Client Said About Us

Working with Fjelltopp has been a pleasure. The team listens to our technical needs, quickly assimilates the intricacies of our substantive work, and has been forward-thinking in identifying solutions that our customers will appreciate.

Dr Mary Mahy, Director of Data for Impact, UNAIDS

Find Out More

Stay updated on our work with data catalogues via our blog. To explore how we can support your health data strategy, get in touch.