The State of OSPOs and OSS Management 2025 Research Findings

Explore the latest research findings on Open Source Program Offices (OSPOs) and open source software management trends for 2025 in this 25-minute conference talk presented by Ana Jiménez Santamaría from The Linux Foundation on behalf of the TODO Group. Discover comprehensive insights into how organizations are structuring and managing their open source initiatives, including current practices, emerging trends, and strategic approaches to open source program management. Learn about the evolving landscape of OSPOs across different industries and organizational sizes, understanding key metrics, challenges, and success factors that define effective open source governance. Gain valuable data-driven perspectives on resource allocation, community engagement strategies, and the business impact of well-managed open source programs. Access actionable intelligence about best practices in open source compliance, security considerations, and talent development within OSPO frameworks. Understand how organizations are adapting their open source strategies to meet contemporary technological and business demands while fostering innovation and collaboration in the open source ecosystem.