Instructions for opening purchase invoice data for municipalities and joint municipal authorities

The instructions for opening purchase invoice data are intended for municipalities and joint municipal authorities who want to open their purchase invoice data as open data for anyone to use. The new guideline replaces the corresponding guideline published in 2016. The opening of purchase invoice data is voluntary for municipalities and joint municipal authorities, i.e. there is no legal obligation to do so. However, opening up data can be useful and promote the openness of the municipality, thus strengthening democracy and supporting the municipality’s cost-conscious approach. Opening purchase invoice data from municipal financial management systems to a form that is easier to use and accessible to anyone can also contribute to the planning and management of the municipality’s own operations. The main content of the guide is: Information to be opened Purchase Invoice Data Privacy Policy Process of opening purchase invoice data Recommended Open Data Licenses Legislation related to the opening of municipal information A purchase invoice is an invoice received from the supplier for the purchased product, investment or service.