Competing by Sharing: How Open Source is Breaking the Rules of Business (And Winning)
“Open source is free, as long as your time has no value.”
— Unknown
Open Source Software (OSS) is everywhere. Whether you’re a startup founder, a developer tinkering in your garage, or a giant tech corporation, open source has likely touched your life and business in ways you might not even realize. But beyond the code and communities, there’s a much bigger story unfolding: open source is reshaping how companies compete, survive, and thrive.
It’s more than just software — it’s a force that’s rewriting the rules of the game…sounds too good to be true?
A New Playing Field: Leveling the Market
Picture this: it’s 2015, and Docker, the company that popularized container technology, is making waves. Suddenly, companies big and small can package their applications in tiny, portable units that work anywhere. No more being chained to expensive infrastructure or proprietary software. This was a game-changer, especially for small startups that could now compete on almost equal footing with tech giants. Docker didn’t just introduce a cool piece of technology; it kicked open the doors to a new way of doing business, where innovation wasn’t held hostage by gatekeepers.
