BPS Lampung Enhances Data Quality through 2026 EPSS Coaching

Bandar Lampung — The Statistics Indonesia (BPS) of Lampung Province held a coaching session for the 2026 Evaluation of Sectoral Statistics Implementation (EPSS) as part of an effort to improve data governance within the local government. The event was officially opened by the Head of BPS Lampung Province and was attended by representatives from various regional agencies, including the Department of Communication, Informatics, and Statistics; Bappeda (Regional Development Planning Agency); and other relevant technical departments.

In his remarks, the Head of BPS Lampung Province, Ahmadriswan Nasution, emphasized that data plays a strategic role in all stages of development, from planning and implementation to evaluation and reporting. He highlighted that sectoral statistics produced by regional agencies are crucial in complementing the basic statistical data produced by BPS, particularly to meet more specific data needs at the regional and institutional levels.

“Statistics produced by BPS measure macro-level impacts, but to assess the sectoral performance of each regional agency, high-quality sectoral statistical support is required,” he said.

Furthermore, it was noted that Lampung Province's Statistical Development Index (IPS) shows a positive trend with a score of 2.62, placing it in the "good" category. However, he noted that several components still need improvement, particularly in the domain of the National Statistical System and the implementation of the One Data Indonesia principle. Therefore, through this EPSS coaching, BPS is committed to providing continuous assistance to encourage improved quality in sectoral statistics management.

In addition, data integration between agencies was highlighted as an important focus to achieve data efficiency and consistency. Optimizing the use of the One Data Indonesia portal for Lampung Province remains a shared challenge, which includes strengthening human resources in the field of statistics across regional agencies.

Ahmadriswan also called on all participants to strengthen their commitment, communication, and coordination in overseeing data-driven development. He expressed his hope that the data produced would not only meet administrative requirements but also provide tangible impacts on policy formulation.

On the same occasion, the importance of support from all parties in ensuring the success of national strategic activities was discussed, specifically the 2026 Economic Census, which is a priority program for BPS this year.

Through this EPSS coaching activity, it is hoped that the quality of sectoral statistics in Lampung Province will continue to improve, thereby supporting more targeted, measurable, and sustainable development planning.