The Data Spaces Support Centre (DSSC) has officially entered a new three-year phase, known as DSSC2, with the aim of accelerating the deployment of European data spaces and helping them deliver greater value for businesses and public administrations. After laying the conceptual and technical foundations during its first phase, the initiative is now shifting its focus towards large-scale implementation, adoption, and the creation of sustainable business value.

Among the key developments of this new phase are a revamped support model for data space initiatives, including dedicated sector experts, value coaches, and acceleration programmes. DSSC2 also introduces a new maturity assessment framework that will help identify the specific needs of each data space and provide tailored guidance according to its level of development.

In addition, DSSC2 will strengthen the connection between data spaces and other strategic pillars of the European digital ecosystem, including artificial intelligence, cloud and edge infrastructures, standardisation initiatives, and open-source technologies. Through this renewed approach, the project aims to consolidate data spaces as a key infrastructure for advancing the European data economy and enhancing Europe’s digital competitiveness.

You can watch the DSSC2 kick-off webinar at the following link.