The current pandemic has put into stark relief the need for, and value of, more mature data foundations. For example: • GC, and ESDC in particular, has experienced policy development at an unprecedented speed. The pandemic touches all aspects of our business (voluntary sector, housing and homelessness, employment, early learning and child care, horizons for seniors, student benefits, etc.) and the ability to respond quickly is expected. Pressure to support accelerated research, policy and decision-making cycles to address the immediate crisis and the move towards a “new normal” is very real and the effects will be lasting.