How can open data standards transform public services? | Market-Shaping Series | TPXimpact

How can open data standards help public services work better together? In this interview, Mike Thacker, Open Referral UK Specialist and contractor for data sharing standards, shares how Open Referral UK is helping local authorities reduce duplication, improve interoperability and connect people with the services they need through better data sharing. Interviewed by Linda O'Halloran, Senior Partner at TPXimpact, Mike discusses why open standards matter, how they can reduce vendor lock-in, and what it takes to build momentum for market-shaping interventions across local and central government. 📘 Explore the TPXimpact Market Shaping Playbook: https://pages.tpximpact.com/market-sh... Find out more about TPXimpact: https://www.tpximpact.com Chapters 00:00 Introduction 00:35 What is Open Referral UK? 03:58 The impact of better data sharing 08:26 Why standards matter 13:17 Building and scaling Open Referral UK 20:05 Driving adoption across government 27:54 Supporting implementation and procurement 34:42 Helping policymakers embrace standards 41:10 AI, interoperability and the future of public services 46:07 Key takeaways and conclusion #MarketShaping #PublicSector #LocalGovernment