The big DAM debate: Open source VS. proprietary software
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The document discusses the differences between open source and proprietary digital asset management (DAM) software, noting that while proprietary software has set features and costs money, open source DAM like ResourceSpace is customizable, has no licensing fees, and benefits from contributions from a global community of developers. It ultimately argues that open source DAM like ResourceSpace provides more opportunities for customizing software to meet needs while saving costs compared to proprietary options that lock users into vendor agreements.
The big DAM debate: Open source VS. proprietary software
- 1. resourcespace.com The big DAM debate: Open source VS. proprietary software A ResourceSpace guide
- 2. resourcespace.com • When choosing digital asset management software (DAM), you’re likely to be considering the features that are available, as well as costs and budgets. Choosing digital asset management software (DAM)
- 3. resourcespace.com Making your choice between vendors You also need to consider: • Whether to host your new DAM system in the cloud or with an on-premise solution • The differences between open source and proprietary software
- 4. resourcespace.com What is open source software? • Programmers create and modify software using source code • The term ‘open source’ describes software whose source code is freely available on the internet • Accessible for anyone to use without charge and to adapt and develop to their own needs • Offers a flexible and community-based approach, with potential beyond its original incarnation
- 5. resourcespace.com What is proprietary software? • Proprietary software is sold as a physical or digital product without revealing the details of the source code • This means that it is used at cost, and can’t be edited • Must be used ‘as is’, as a paid for service
- 7. resourcespace.com Customisable • As the source code is freely available, anyone can modify open source software • It allows for additions and customisations beyond what was originally built by the vendor • The code performs exactly as you need it to, extending and personalising the software’s capabilities
- 8. resourcespace.com Ready out of the box • Open source software comes with powerful features which are ready to use out the box • An easy to use interface that is user friendly for all members of your team • If you choose not to customise your software, you’ll still have a high performance and complete product offering
- 9. resourcespace.com No license fee • Open source software can be used without paying a license fee • Plus there’s no vendor lock-in, representing a low cost method of using feature-rich software
- 10. resourcespace.com Faster rate of innovation Because modifications are being undertaken by those who are using the software: • New advancements and improvements often occur at a much faster pace • Customisations are often insightful, productive and useful to others
- 11. resourcespace.com Be part of something • By modifying code made available via the internet, you can join a community of like-minded coders • You can compare modifications you’ve made, and benefit from the work created by other developers • Open source products are often supported by forums and other social platforms
- 12. resourcespace.com More to learn • Learn wider coding and IT skills than with proprietary offerings • Experiment and collaborate with a vast collective of fellow developers • Open source abilities can be transferred to other open source products
- 13. resourcespace.com Solid foundations • Although it is freely available online, open source code is still a robust, secure and reliable platform • It is no lesser in capability than more privately guarded proprietary source code • The broader community often contributes extensions, adjustments and bonus components
- 14. resourcespace.com • The source code is exposed to potentially millions of constant users, so bugs and problems are much more likely to be spotted and reported Fewer bugs and quicker fixes
- 15. resourcespace.com Proprietary loves open source • Open source software is likely to be used by the majority of consumers at some point • It forms the basis of big name software brands • Proprietary vendors themselves utilise, praise and integrate open source software • Likely to be used by the employees of proprietary software organisations themselves
- 16. resourcespace.com Open source opens doors With the open source model, you’ll: • Benefit from the robust set of tools you need • Customise and collaborate on having the code perform exactly as you need it to • Access a global community of like-minded developers • Learn new skills for your team and yourself
- 18. resourcespace.com • Proprietary software is seen as an established ‘ready to go’ solution, however it comes with additional fees not associated with open source About Proprietary software
- 19. resourcespace.com Proprietary Software – Issues • You may be locked into a vendor agreement • You are bound by the vendor as to how the software should work • You will need to learn the system • There’s no options to customise the product to fit your ways of working • You won’t benefit from the extensive online community of open source developers
- 20. resourcespace.com Is closed source software more secure? • Proprietary software may be more secure, as hackers do not have access to the code to look for vulnerabilities and identify weaknesses • However, open source benefits from a much wider volume of users constantly reviewing the code • So according to Linus’s Law, the larger the number of people reviewing the code, the more secure it is likely to be
- 22. resourcespace.com Whatever you choose, choose a DAM • A dependable product from a vendor you can trust • Advanced features to store, locate and distribute files, saving time and resources • Removes restrictions by more rigid proprietary vendors • Formidable tools straight out of the box • Option to customise, collaborate and develop your system at little to no cost
- 23. resourcespace.com Summary – Why open source makes it even better • DAM software can free up resources and creativity to save your team time and energy • Open source software, such as ResourceSpace, provides opportunities for customisation and building new features • ResourceSpace offers full customer support across every hosting option
- 25. resourcespace.com Open Source DAM in action • For Kate Blanch of the Walters Art Museum in Baltimore, using open source software revolutionised the way the institution approached digital asset management • Read the full case study outlining the use of ResourceSpace at the Walters Art Museum: http://www.resourcespace.com/feed
- 27. resourcespace.com Full White Paper • Interested to learn more? Download the full white paper: The big DAM debate: Open source VS. proprietary software http://www.resourcespace.com/download?wp=3
- 29. resourcespace.com About ResourceSpace • ResourceSpace is web-based Digital Asset Management software • Convenient, productive and easy to use solution for organising and sharing files • Improves efficiency, encourages collaboration, and frees up time and resources
- 30. resourcespace.com About ResourceSpace • Fully customisable with highly beneficial features • Open source software, meaning there are no license fees to pay or vendor lock-ins • To get started, visit: http://www.resourcespace.com/trial
- 31. resourcespace.com Contact us www.resourcespace.com United Kingdom: 01367 710 245 International: +44 1367 710 245