https://video.osgeo.org/videos/watch/e8826da2-dcda-413b-9d30-b851deafa2de Dan Pilone discusses the complexities of choosing between building, buying, or adopting open-source software, particularly in the geospatial software development context. He emphasizes the importance of decision-making criteria to mitigate risks and enhance project success rates. Highlights 💡 Understanding the importance of open-source can lead to better decision-making. 📊 Projects are often challenged, with success rates around 30%. 📉 Smaller projects tend to perform better and stay within budget. 🤝 Open-source offers a shared responsibility model, balancing risks. ⚖️ Key criteria for decision-making include cost, scalability, and integration. 🛠️ Engaging with your team on these criteria is crucial for alignment. 🔍 Evaluate all options before committing to a build or purchase. For more content like this check out www.projectgeospatial.com #OpenSource #SoftwareDevelopment #Geospatial #ProjectManagement #RiskMitigation #DecisionMaking #FOSS4G Wed, 27 May 2026 01:52:31 GMT https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html PeerTube - https://video.osgeo.org https://video.osgeo.org/lazy-static/avatars/de841c88-3a57-45ac-9eff-a00237356bfc.png https://video.osgeo.org/videos/watch/e8826da2-dcda-413b-9d30-b851deafa2de All rights reserved, unless otherwise specified in the terms specified at https://video.osgeo.org/about and potential licenses granted by each content's rightholder.