Aspiring entrepreneurs and small business owners can now easily access sales trends, business openings, and market information by industry on a map.
On June 26, the National Data Agency announced the launch of an updated "Industry Statistics Map" through its Statistical Geographic Information Service (SGIS).
The key feature of this update is the reorganization of industry statistics to make them more user-friendly, focusing on everyday industries and core industries. It also incorporates the latest 11th edition of the Korean Standard Industrial Classification.
Everyday industries include seven categories: food service, personal services, retail, leisure, educational facilities, medical services, and public facilities, comprising 80 subcategories. Users can view over 40 indicators on the map, including the number of businesses, employment figures, business openings, and average sales.
For instance, those preparing to open a chicken restaurant can analyze market trends by comparing average sales, business openings, industry density, and population movement in potential locations. Previously, this information required extensive research or the use of private market analysis services, but it is now accessible through public statistics.
Statistics for core industries are also provided in a separate system. Core industries consist of three processes: foundational processes, diversified material processes, and intelligent processes, along with 14 sub-processes and 75 industry classifications. Users can assess regional industrial conditions through over 30 indicators, including the number of businesses and employment figures.
The map also displays various spatial information, including market data, traditional markets, specialized technology companies, specialized zones, and technology support centers. It allows users to check the status of population decline areas and representatives of youth, middle-aged, and senior citizens, making it useful not only for selecting business locations but also for regional industry analysis and policy development.
The Industry Statistics Map is available to anyone, including aspiring entrepreneurs, small business owners, research institutions, and policymakers. The National Data Agency expects that this tool will help users intuitively understand regional industry distribution and characteristics, aiding in business decisions and local policy design.
Ahn Hyung-jun, head of the National Data Agency, stated, "This update reorganizes industry statistics to make them more accessible to the public, focusing on everyday needs. We will continue to expand user-centered services that assist in decision-making for citizens and businesses."
* This article has been translated by AI.
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