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Getting Started with an OSPO
Starting an Open Source Program Office (OSPO) can seem like a daunting task, especially when every organization has its unique needs, strategies, and constraints. However, with the right approach, you can set up a successful OSPO that brings significant benefits to...
BlackBerry: Three-Way Case Study in Managing Open Source
In the world of open source, effective collaboration can make all the difference. This case study, published by The Linux Foundation, explores the successful partnership between BlackBerry, OpenChain, and OSS Consultants. BlackBerry, a leader in cybersecurity,...
2024 Software Security and Compliance Predictions
Welcome to our webinar recap: “2024 Software Security and Compliance Predictions,” featuring insights from Russ Eling of OSS Consultants and Alex Rybak from Revenera. In this webinar, we delved into the trends we saw in 2023 and what we expect from 2024, emphasizing...
BlackBerry Recertification of ISO/IEC 5230:2020 and ISO/IEC 18974:2023
BlackBerry, an early adopter of ISO/IEC 5230:2020 and OpenChain Security Assurance Specification 1.1 (later ISO/IEC 18974:2023), has completed regular recertification for both standards. The recertification was completed in partnership with OSS Consultants, an...
Open-Source Management Becomes Industry Standard
With the current adoption, consumption, and use of open-source software, failing to conduct a comprehensive and systematic process of evaluating and managing its use can expose organizations to a number of serious risks. These risks can range from legal and compliance...
8 Steps to Basic Software License Compliance
Open-source software brings immense value to nearly every industry. However, many companies are unaware of their legal obligations associated with its use. Often this stems from a lack of awareness regarding the extent of open source that is used within an...
BlackBerry becomes the first company based in North America to adopt and conform to OpenChain across its entire product portfolio
BlackBerry is the first company in North America to gain company-wide OpenChain ISO/IEC 5230:2020 conformance and collaborated with OSS Consultants to achieve the accreditation. OpenChain encourages self-certification, independent assessment, and third-party...
OSS Engineering Consultants Rebrands Itself as OSS Consultants
Rebrand Reflects the Company’s Mission to Bring Open Source Software Services to a Broader Subset of Customers and Partners Looking for Open Source Compliance Consultancy
The New Cybersecurity Executive Order: Takeaways for the Open Source Program Office
The new "Executive Order on Improving the Nation's Cybersecurity" details concrete actions your Open Source Program Office (OSPO) can perform in order to strengthen your organization's cybersecurity posture, while allowing for better compliance. As such, I will be...
Reducing Risk – Why Open Source Software (OSS) Governance Matters
Almost every company uses some amount of software. That software is typically a mix of commercial, proprietary, and open source software (OSS). Using OSS comes with many significant advantages: Speeds software delivery Reduces development costs Increases quality...