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How Can Your OSPO Ensure Viability of the Open Source Projects That Your Product Relies On? – Masae Shida, VMware (Broadcom)
We use open source to accelerate time to market and increase innovation. But how do we know these projects will ‘continue’ to be viable for our business? If your product relies on specific projects, it is crucial to continuously evaluate their long-term viability and the level of company involvement within the communities. This ensures not only their continued availability for your business but also for the wider ecosystem. By assessing the project from multiple perspectives – both internal and external to the community – you can avoid unexpected impacts such as shortage of maintainers, undesired license changes and the impact of unexpected shifts in direction. If your organization does not engage in the projects used within your products, you risk having limited influence on the project roadmap and may have to fix all code defects and vulnerabilities alone. Healthy, viable projects attract more contributors and users, boost adoption, foster communities, and expand business opportunities. This talk will focus on why and how your OSPO can help increase the long-term viability of the projects your business depends upon today and the platforms you will build upon tomorrow.
