Many innovations require the ability to link and analyse data from different sources. One example includes patient & hospital data from the Ministry of Health and research data from universities. Large volumes of data provide an opportunity to derive insights to improve systems in Singapore and generate important insights that are internationally relevant. Combining various types of data would assist policy officers, researchers and ops-tech staff in looking for previously hidden insights and patterns. Such information would be invaluable in helping us to understand the possible correlation between different variables of interest and to plan and evaluate existing policies better.

Any data analysis done on enTRUST can potentially lead to innovations and breakthroughs in the form of improved policies, interventions and streamlined operations.

enTRUST is a national initiative by the Government of Singapore and does not sell any data. Data on enTRUST can only be accessed by data users that have been approved by the various data contributors after a thorough vetting process. The data on enTRUST does not include any identification records, such as NRIC numbers or names.

To ensure that data on enTRUST is safe, secure and fit-for-purpose, enTRUST adopts the Five Safes Framework. These “Five Safes” are adjustable controls that complement each other to safely manage risks in data sharing. It serves to provide an optimal balance between supporting data innovation while ensuring data is used securely.