The Single Integrated Metadata Structure (SIMS) is the inventory and conceptual framework for all ESS quality and reference metadata concepts. Owner European Commission, Eurostat Supra-national authority Contact information Eurstat data metadata services Quick links Website link For statistical data to be useable, their meaning must be described in the metadata. SIMS is a single reporting structure that combines and standardizes the exchange of structural and reference metadata.Link: Reference metadata reporting standards - Metadata - Eurostat Detailed information Published on 11/03/2026 Last update 12/03/2026 Language availability English Status Completed Solution type Metadata Moderation Only facilitators and authors can create content. Moderated Share