Data Identification in Current Population Accounting

Abstract

The article considers issues related to the use of data identifiers in current population accounting. The author’s classification of methods for identifying personal data a with an indication of their advantages and disadvantages  is  presented.  The  dangers  of  using  identification  numbers  are  defined.  Particular  attention  is  paid to the problem of repeated formation of identification numbers and ways to prevent it and stop the consequences. Proposals on the use of identification numbers in the created information resources are formed.