The way in which those data are processed is even more significant, since the classification of the regions for the purpose of applying the Structural Funds is based largely on such indicators, which means that in the normal course of events, this process leads to decisions that may have major consequences for the various European regions and for the Member States themselves.
Viis, kuidas neid andmeid töödeldakse, on isegi olulisem, sest regioonide klassifitseerimine struktuurifondidest eraldiste saamiseks põhineb suuresti just sellistel indikaatoritel, mis tähendab, et sündmuste normaalse arengu korral viib selline protsess otsusteni, millel on olulised tulemused mitmetele Euroopa regioonidele ja liikmesriikidele.