Data is undeniably the driving force behind today’s technology-driven world and ‘open’ is the latest buzzword making waves in the space. But what does this trend really mean for businesses?
So, what does “open” really mean?
Whilst ‘open’ is a word that gets thrown around a lot in the data and developing world, it’s not always clear what it means. More generally, ‘open’ refers to data that is freely available for anyone to use, share, and build on. But many also see it as exclusively meaning “open source” which can be limited and misleading.
Ultimately, every vendor chooses what portion of their solution will be closed vs open source, meaning its definition varies considerably. This lack of clarity can cause difficulties for businesses looking to make decisions based on their individual needs. Although vendors might seem open, you often have to dig below the surface and look at the real-world customer experiences to see what it means in practice. Does “open” really mean “free”? Or is it a different kind of constraint?
Read the full article by Michael Flower, via TechRadar Pro.
