Taxonomy of technological risks of open source software in the enterprise adoption context

Author:

Silic Mario,Back Andrea,Silic Dario

Abstract

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to identify the technological risks in the context of open source software (OSS) and suggest an integrative OSS risk taxonomy. Design/methodology/approach – The authors conducted an extensive literature review followed by expert interviews and applied the method for taxonomy development. Findings – This research has identified an integrative OSS risk taxonomy composed of 8 categories with 51 risk items. Originality/value – This taxonomy is a very useful tool for practitioners during the decision-making process when evaluating, assessing and calculating risks related to OSS adoption. Moreover, researchers can use it as a starting point for future studies to better understand the OSS phenomenon.

Publisher

Emerald

Subject

Management of Technology and Innovation,Information Systems and Management,Computer Networks and Communications,Information Systems,Software,Management Information Systems

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