Statistical surveys — model approach

Abstract

Experiences, both in the area of research and development tasks, as well as those from the project-implementation undertakings concerning IT support of statistical production, indicate that the use of developed mathematical modelling methods is too small in relation to potential possibilities. The aim of the research is to demonstrate that the effects of mathematical modelling in the field of statistical research not only can contribute to the improvement of data processing efficiency in official statistics, but also affect the quality of functional requirements for IT support for statistical surveys. This objective was achieved by discussing the general mathematical model of statistical research, with particular emphasis on the basic phases of statistical production (collection, processing, analysis and dissemination of statistical data), as well as by indicating optimization tasks and benefits resulting from problems that may occur in the process of IT support design. In order to confirm the usefulness of the presented approach, the concept of integration of the effects of mathematical modelling and the traditional design of IT support was presented in the form of a UML diagram.