How the initial data discovery process works

Find out what HM Land Registry do in an initial data discovery with a local authority.

At this early stage of the migration process, the data discovery are intended to be light-touch and require minimal input or resources from the local authority.

1. 1

   Service assessment

   This involves completing a document to identify key contacts, local land charges volumes, data formats and sources within the local authority.

   This enables us to gain a deeper understanding of the type and volume of data held as well as determine the level of support required during migration.

2. 2

   Non-digital data

   In cases where we have identified paper-based data within a local authority, we may need an on-site data discovery. This is to give us an early understanding of the size and scale of the data held by a local authority.

   By conducting this discovery, we can identify any scanning and digitisation requirements that may be necessary, and plan for them accordingly.

3. 3

   Data extract

   The first digital data extract allows us an early look at the local authority’s data. This enables us to identify key areas of concern and determine where additional resources may be required.

   We collaborate with the local authority and relevant system supplier to obtain an extract, which we then analyse using our Data Analysis Dashboard.