Open source software may benefit the enterprise, but first the enterprise must discover what tools exist. To get started, check out the Optaros EOS Directory Web site, and consult their Open Source Catalog.

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Using the open-source model for the enterprise application needs of the organization requires careful preparation in terms of process, people, and technology. Follow Info-Tech's recommendations to get the enterprise ready for Open Source...

As IT services are encouraged to cut costs in the organization, Open Source Software (OSS) becomes an attractive option. Particularly, there has been a concerted move by state, local, and federal government agencies towards acquiring and OSS in...

As Open Source Software (OSS) solutions become a more popular choice for government agencies to reduce costs, the importance of a defendable OSS policy comes to the forefront. While some jurisdictions have prepared a strategy or document in...

Cutting back on service levels, negotiating with vendors, and implementing good application maintenance processes can yield short and long-term cost reduction results with minimal consequences on day-to-day business activities. Assess the area...

A BI implementation does not have to be a death sentence for the IT budget. Learn from these four organizations that have made the most of their modest investments.

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Open source Business Intelligence (BI) suites offer increasingly robust functionality ? so much so that they are beginning to threaten their commercial counterparts. Use this total cost of ownership comparison tool to establish the open source...

Many enterprise decision makers are hesitant to even consider a BI initiative because of the anticipated cost. Here are four ways to implement BI technology without breaking the bank.

BI initiatives need not be unthinkably expensive. A small enterprise can implement an effective BI solution made up of existing business software and reasonably priced technology.

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Leading open source Business Intelligence (BI) suites are functionally comparable to commercial products and fiscally accessible to smaller enterprises. Decision makers investigating BI technology adoption should use open source packages for...

How difficult is it to choose an enterprise-grade Linux vendor? Each vendor brings a list of talking points, slight technical differentiations, or specific marketing emphasis. But when you consider that a wide variety of enterprises use each of...

Wikis are a solid alternative for workplace collaboration ? as long as enterprises implement them effectively. Examine these five case studies to learn from small organizations that have successfully integrated wiki solutions into their operations.

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Some open-source software configuration management (SCM) tools are as good as their commercial counterparts ? without the licensing fees. Use this Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) comparison tool to capably determine the cost difference between the...

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For smaller development teams, open-source software configuration management (SCM) tools are a tempting alternative to commercial off-the-shelf packages. Use this total cost of ownership tool to find the real cost differential between...

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Licensing savings are just a small part of the cost considerations when adopting an open source solution. Use this total cost of ownership calculator to assess the real cost difference between open source and off-the-shelf software.

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IT managers that attempt to implement Open Source Software (OSS) without adequate planning are setting up the project for failure. Introducing the OSS model into an enterprise requires careful preparation in terms of process, people, and...

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The Open Source Software (OSS) Architect is responsible for developing expertise in OSS, creating an enterprise-wide open-source strategy, authorizing or rejecting the use of OSS, and facilitating OSS adoption across the enterprise for both...