Each indicator file is accompanied by a file that orients data collection. In the case of quantitative indicators, a possible way to treat the data is given in order to calculate the figures that have to be entered in the indicator formula. A space is set aside in which to mention points to be considered when interpreting the data from each indicator. 

This is a schematic proposal or guideline for the collection and classification of information and facilitates the calculation of the indicator evaluated. Each information collection file contains: