Open source software: emerging business models

Bhasker Mukerji, Bharat Maheshwari, Uma Kumar and Vinod Kumar

International Journal of Information and Decision Sciences, 2010, vol. 2, issue 4, 319-339

Abstract: Several small and large firms have devised business models and strategies to use open source software (OSS) gainfully. However, despite the increasing popularity and success of some OSS, there is very little academic literature that provides clarity and guidance on developing business models with OSS. This paper contributes to the existing knowledge by critically analysing the various open source business models and then building a set of business models that encompass the current trends in this field. The models presented are supported by descriptions of organisations that have used them successfully.

Keywords: open source software; OSS licences; OSS community; OSS business models; open source business models. (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2010
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