Open Source Software (OSS) Adoption in Commercial Firms: A Literature Review

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This paper reviews previous research on “Open Source Software” (OSS) adoption in two types of organizations, namely software-intensive and non-software-intensive commercial companies. In addition to a brief overview of OSS, the paper presents 7 ways of how software-intensive firms employ OSS products and practices. The other important finding is an identification of 14 key factors influencing OSS adoption decisions in non-software-intensive companies. Some are suggested to encourage OSS adoption, while others are either inhibitors or inconclusive in their effects. The findings could be of interest to managers in both types of organizations and academia alike. Ultimately, several interesting avenues for future research are recommended.

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