DATA
In short
Sirus helps organizations, cities and governments make sense of their data. We turn scattered information into a clear, reliable and accessible foundation that supports better decisions, powers AI and automation and makes cities and companies smarter. With strong technical expertise, we transform your data into an instrument of fundamental change and growth.
Why data?
Every modern organization gathers huge volumes of data, from applications, sensors, partners and processes. But without a clear architecture, shared definitions and proper governance, that data quickly turns into clutter: silos, duplicate sources, unclear ownership and unclear dashboards.
That is where Sirus comes in. Our data consultants and engineers design solid data architectures, define ontologies and data models, and set up ingestion and harmonization flows. We work for both private organizations and the public sector, in domains like mobility, water, tourism, healthcare, media and industry. We combine open standards (NGSI‑LD, OSLO, FIWARE, ETSI) with the Microsoft Data Platform (Fabric, Azure, Power BI), so your data landscape is not only technically sound, but also future‑ready for AI and automation.
Together, we steer a clear course towards a data foundation that effectively drives strategic decisions.
Some of the things we can help you with
- Building a clear data foundation for your organization or city: we turn a wide array of scattered data sources into one single trusted data structure;
- Connecting your data from sensors, applications and external sources so all your data finally talks the same language;
- Sharing data across organizations via European open standards, so cities, agencies and partners can combine information without endless integrations (Linked Data);
- Making real‑time data accessible through a central hub that other systems and apps can plug into (NGSI‑LD Context Broker);
- Bringing Smart City data together on one platform, so traffic, air quality, parking and waste can be monitored side by side;
- Integrating IoT devices end‑to‑end: from the sensor in the field to the dashboard on your screen;
- Adding intelligence on top with Power BI dashboards, predictions, alerts and Digital Twins;
- Setting up data governance so data stays accurate, well‑owned and GDPR‑compliant as your organization grows;
- Preparing your data for AI so tools like Copilot deliver reliable, relevant results instead of vague, unclear or uncorrect answers.
Unlock the power of Linked Data
Linked Data is the key to interoperability. By describing data consistently according to European and Flemish standards (OSLO, SEMIC), you break down silos between organizations and contribute to data spaces around water, mobility, tourism or urban data. Sirus is a pioneer in Linked Data in Belgium and is actively involved in nearly all major Linked Data projects in Flanders.
Real‑time interoperability with the NGSI‑LD Context Broker
The NGSI‑LD Context Broker is a digital platform component that centralizes data from diverse sources into one standardized, interoperable format, fully aligned with ETSI specifications. Sirus offers both a ready‑to‑use version through the Azure Marketplace and tailor‑made consultancy, with a reference implementation of the Scorpio Context Broker on your Azure data platform.
Smart Cities: turning sensor data into insights
Cities measure all kinds of data today, from air quality and parking availability to waste and mobility, but those data streams are rarely combined. Sirus brings them together on a Smart City platform, translates them into one universal standard and makes this data accessible for both city services and citizens. We have already built Smart City platforms for Antwerp, Ghent, Bruges, Roeselare, Leuven, Genk, Paderborn, Luxembourg and Esch, among others.
IoT: connect, harmonize and act on device data
An IoT project stands or falls with the architecture behind it. Sirus connects your sensors and devices, makes sure their data is reliable and well‑structured, and turns it into something useful: dashboards, alerts, predictions or fully automated actions. We work with international open standards so your IoT data plays nicely with the rest of your landscape.
Meet the Data team
The Data team at Sirus is a tight‑knit group of specialists, data architects, data engineers, Linked Data experts and BI developers who work side by side with clients to make data truly meaningful. Our data consultants combine technical depth, architectural vision and hands‑on project experience and make sure our clients can build on a future‑proof data foundation.
Some Data reference cases
VMM
We helped VMM turn its sensor data on water quality into a reliable, shareable data platform that other organizations can plug into.
City of Bruges / Leuven / Roeselare
Together with Cegeka, we built Urban Sense: a shared data platform for Bruges, Leuven and Roeselare, where the three cities can finally combine their smart city data and learn from each other.
Jaga
We helped Jaga build an IoT platform that lets them monitor, manage and update their heating and cooling systems remotely, and spot issues before customers even notice them.
Aquafin
We connected Aquafin to the Flemish Water Data Space, turning sewer overflow data into a shared resource for cleaner waterways.
What our Data clients say
Why Sirus as your Data partner?
Sirus combines more than a decade of experience in big data and Smart City architecture with an active role in the Belgian and European Linked Data community. As a Microsoft Solutions Partner in Data & AI and Digital & App Innovation, with a direct link to OASC and FIWARE, and close collaborations with Digitaal Vlaanderen, Agoria, VSDS and SEMIC, we are building hands‑on solutions for our clients, while helping shape the open standards and shared data mindset behind them.
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Dare to share: Data spaces in actie
Samen met Microsoft nodigt Sirus je van harte uit op een inspirerend event rond de toekomst van datagedreven samenwerking. We brengen use cases samen waarin organisaties hun data-ecosystemen slim inzetten – van data spaces tot data platformen, data governance én interoperabiliteit.
Upcoming Data events
Frequently asked questions
How can Sirus help structure my company’s data?
Sirus helps organizations, cities and governments build a future‑proof data landscape: architecture, ingestion, harmonization, Linked Data, Smart City platforms, IoT integration, BI and governance.
How is Sirus’ data approach different?
We combine architectural thinking with deep expertise in open standards (NGSI‑LD, OSLO, FIWARE) and the Microsoft Data Platform. That allows us to build both public data spaces and private enterprise platforms on the same solid principles.
Do you only work with cities?
No. We have a strong track record in Smart Cities, but we work just as much with private organizations in mobility, healthcare, media, industry, tourism and other sectors.
Can Sirus prepare our data for AI and Copilot?
Yes. Reliable AI results depend on the quality of the underlying data. We make sure your structure, governance and data models are correctly set up before AI is unleashed on your data.
How do we get started with our data?
Start with the question: which insights or automations would have the biggest impact for you? From there, we translate that into a practical roadmap covering architecture, governance and analytics.
