Pronunciation: [ˌɛnˌɛssˌiːbˈiː] (IPA) 
The spelling of the acronym "NSCB" is relatively straightforward, with each letter pronounced as its name suggests: /ɛn/ /ɛs/ /si/ /bi/. However, it is important to note that for non-native English speakers, the pronunciation of "c" as /si/ rather than /ki/ may be unfamiliar. "NSCB" stands for the National Statistical Coordination Board, a former agency in the Philippines responsible for collecting and disseminating statistics.
NSCB is an acronym that stands for National Statistical Coordination Board. The National Statistical Coordination Board was a government agency in the Philippines responsible for coordinating statistical activities in the country. It was established in 1986 and operated until 2013 when it was renamed as the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA).
The NSCB had various functions, such as coordinating and monitoring statistical activities, developing statistical standards and methodologies, and ensuring data quality and integrity. It played a vital role in gathering, analyzing, and disseminating statistical information across different sectors of the society including the government, business, and academic communities.
The NSCB was responsible for producing a wide range of statistical reports and publications, including the National Statistical Indicators and the Philippine Development Plan. It also conducted surveys and censuses to collect data on population, economics, and social indicators. Through its efforts, the NSCB aimed to provide accurate and reliable statistical data to support evidence-based decision-making by policymakers and planners.
With the reorganization of the statistical system in the Philippines, the NSCB was eventually transformed into the Philippine Statistics Authority in 2013. The PSA now serves as the main statistical agency that continues the vital role of producing and disseminating statistical information to support national development planning, policy formulation, and monitoring.
