Resource Procurement

Default to Open

This article discusses the various benefits of publicly-funded open-source software. These benefits include fairness and transparency, economic stimulus, and support of the Federal Source Code Policy Agenda.

Organization: New America
Author: Deborah Bryant
Published Year: 2020

The document “Default Open” from New America discusses the concept of “default open” in technology and public policy, advocating for openness and transparency as the standard approach in digital systems and government data.

It highlights the benefits of open data and open-source practices, such as increased innovation, accountability, and public trust, while also addressing challenges like privacy and security concerns.