News agency activities

NACE v2.1 Code: J60.31

About news agency activities

NACE code 60.31 covers news agency activities, which play a vital role in the global information ecosystem. News agencies are responsible for gathering, processing, and distributing news and information to various media outlets, including newspapers, television, radio, and online platforms. These organizations are essential for providing timely, accurate, and unbiased reporting that informs the public and supports the functioning of democratic societies.

Production process

News agencies utilize a range of techniques to gather and disseminate information. Journalists and reporters collect news from a variety of sources, including on-the-ground coverage, interviews, and press releases. The information is then verified, edited, and formatted for distribution through various channels, such as news wires, online platforms, and direct feeds to media organizations. News agencies often employ advanced technologies, such as satellite communications and digital content management systems, to ensure the rapid and efficient delivery of news content.

Production inputs

The primary inputs required for news agency activities include a skilled workforce of journalists, editors, and technical staff, as well as access to reliable sources of information. News agencies also rely on a range of equipment, such as cameras, recording devices, and computer systems, to facilitate the gathering, processing, and distribution of news content. Additionally, news agencies require robust communication infrastructure, including high-speed internet, telecommunications networks, and secure data transmission capabilities.

Production outputs

The primary output of news agency activities is the dissemination of news and information to various media outlets and the general public. The news content produced by news agencies is consumed by a wide range of NACE codes, including 58.13 Publishing of newspapers, 60.10 Radio broadcasting, 60.20 Television programming and broadcasting activities, and 63.91 News agency activities. These industries rely on the timely and accurate information provided by news agencies to inform their own content and programming.

Revisions to 60.31

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 60.31. The most recent 1 version of this code (60.31) is in the NACE v2.1 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 60.31.

Older versions

Family tree for news agency activities

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    A["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/J'>J: PUBLISHING, BROADCASTING, AND CONTENT PRODUCTION AND DISTRIBUTION ACTIVITIES</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/J/60'>60: Programming, broadcasting, news agency and other content distribution activities</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/J/60/3'>60.3: News agency and other content distribution activities</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/J/60/31'>60.31: News agency activities</a>"]

    C --> E["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/J/60/39'>60.39: Other content distribution activities</a>"]

    

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