We analyse the social, economic and policy impact of open source in Europe. Our work includes the study of adoption in public administrations, assessments of community sustainability, and the implications of open source for competitiveness, cybersecurity and sovereignty. This expertise informs research, policy advocacy and collaboration with institutions and partners.
Open Standards and Interoperability
We examine the role of open standards as an enabler of competition, technological choice and cross-border cooperation. This includes analysis of standardisation processes, European and global governance structures, and the implications for interoperability in public and private sectors. Our work supports a coherent and strategic approach to standardisation aligned with Europe’s policy objectives.
Digital Sovereignty and Industrial Policy
We study how openness contributes to digital sovereignty, economic resilience and strategic autonomy. Our work considers market structure, supply chain dependencies, and frameworks that support a competitive digital economy. We provide evidence and analysis to inform ongoing debates on sovereignty, industrial strategy and the role of the open movement.
Public Sector Digital Transformation
We support public administrations in understanding and applying open technologies. This includes policy frameworks for open source and open standards, procurement approaches, governance models, and the use of open digital infrastructure. Our expertise is applied in EU-funded projects, research collaborations and capacity-building activities.
We analyse the relationship between openness and cybersecurity, including transparency of software supply chains, security governance in open source communities, and regulatory developments in the EU. Our work focuses on evidence-based understanding of how open technologies contribute to secure and trustworthy systems.
Economic Analysis of Open Technologies
We contribute research on the economic impact of open technologies, covering innovation, productivity, value creation and sustainability. This includes quantitative and qualitative studies, impact assessments, and collaboration with researchers in the Open Technology Research Network.
We examine governance structures for shared digital infrastructure, with a focus on sustainability, community engagement and stewardship. Our work explores policy models that support digital goods as essential infrastructure for Europe’s economy and society.
Artificial Intelligence and Openness
We study how openness can support transparency, accountability and oversight in AI systems. This includes work on datasets, models, governance frameworks and the broader implications for regulation and public trust. Our expertise connects research and policy dialogue through initiatives such as the AI Openness Observatory.