All Open Strategy

Modern Telecom operators follow an All IP strategy: all networks are transformed into networks talking internet protocols. That is actually a revolution. As an analogy of this strategy, I'm proposing an All Open strategy for Public and Private organizations. What does it mean? It means that all company infrastructures are based on open standards (IP), open source (OS) and open content (OC). Of course, there will always be some exceptions, as not all solutions are available on the right level yet. But, in general, it is a strategy worthwhile to pursue as it lowers costs, it stimulates further the development of OS and OC, and it improves the stability and effectiveness of these infrastructures, globally.

What does it mean today?
- Use Linux not only on the server-side but also on the desktop. Some pain is still here: the desktop systems are not always on parity with MS Windows. But, thanks to the Netbook, Linux is really boosted and child diseases are likely to be solved in 1-2 years
- Develop server applications using LAMP: Linux, Apache, MySQL and Perl/PhP and other open source development platforms.
- If your company produces software and content, provide these under an OS or OC license.
- Of course, all company infrastructures should be IP based. (But, that is hardly a challenge nowadays)
- Prefer to purchase OS and OC solutions, in stead of proprietary solutions. Ask your suppliers to provide software and content under an OS or OC license.

If this happens, the world will become a better place, because these infrastructures will also be available for free to individuals and organizations in developing countries.