This document discusses adding value to open data portals. It notes that open data is cost-effective but challenges include overcoming system interoperability problems and ensuring security and meaningful reuse of data. The document recommends adding value from different perspectives such as regional, national, bilateral, government, and research/academic views. Resources and standards are listed that can help with issues like joined up data standards. The document is presented by Pyrou Chung, ODI Regional Data Manager.