Open Source Software Strategy

Turning Open Source into a Strategic Advantage 

Open source software is now a central component of most commercial software products; developers leverage it daily, and many generative AI tools are trained on it. Studies often show that over 80% of the code in commercial applications is open source code.

We help clients use open source strategically and avoid missteps that could decimate product lines, negatively impact reputation, reduce valuation, and complicate transactions.

We advise clients on mergers and acquisitions, investments, IPOs, supplier and customer contracts, and other day-to-day operations by designing and operating compliance programs, developing practical strategies, and managing risk without slowing innovation.

We are hands-on and integrate seamlessly into client workflows. Many of our attorneys and paralegals are former software developers, so we don’t just understand the legal issues, we speak the language of your engineers. Our open source policies and procedures are enforceable, scalable, and practical. We leverage state-of-the-art tooling, including proprietary in-house solutions, to deliver exceptional efficiency and value.

Our services include codebase reviews, guidance on open source contributions and strategic “open-sourcing,” and recommending and implementing the right compliance tooling. We draft diligence playbooks, negotiate on behalf of our clients, prepare SBOMs, notices, and disclosures, support OpenChain certifications, and compliance with country- and state-specific regulations. We transform a complex legal landscape into a structured, actionable plan that protects your intellectual property and achieves your business objectives.

We tailor our approach to match your existing infrastructure, working directly with developers to act as your open source program office (OSPO) or collaborating with internal compliance and security teams.

We don’t just manage open source obligations; we help you turn open source adoption into a strategic advantage.