About DESI

Welcome to the Western Balkans DESI Dashboard

This dashboard, developed by the Regional Cooperation Council (RCC), is the first of its kind in the Western Balkans to provide a Digital Economy and Society Index (DESI) for the region. It offers insights into the digital progress of Western Balkan economies by tracking key indicators such as digital skills, digital infrastructure, digitalisation of business, and digitalisation of public services.

For the first time, data for 2021 and 2022 have been collected and analysed using the European Union’s DESI methodology, allowing for direct comparison between Western Balkans and EU. This marks a significant step forward in the region’s efforts to align with EU digital transformation goals and to monitor progress consistently across the Western Balkans. The preparation of the analysis continued in 2024, following the Western Balkans DESI 2024 Report, and it will continue to be prepared on an annual basis.

By using this dashboard, you can:

  • Explore how Western Balkans region is progressing in its digital transformation
  • Track regional data against EU benchmarks
  • Identify key strengths and areas that need policy attention

The data powering this dashboard comes from official statistical offices, regulatory authorities, and relevant ministries in the Western Balkans, complemented by research where official data was not available.

This dashboard is part of RCC’s ongoing work to support digital integration in the region and ensure that Western Balkans keep pace with the European Union.