Post AZUh5ORwBiAB9faMdc by massonpj@fosstodon.org
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 (DIR) Post #AZUgusCpDMfSFzV5Yu by apereo@social.fossdle.org
       2023-09-06T15:08:31Z
       
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       #UK publishes update to Digital, Data and Technology Playbook setting out key policies and guidance for how digital projects and programs are assessed, procured and delivered in government.One key policy reform is to be open and use #OSS whenever possible.“Software should be #OpenSource and allow access in a platform-agnostic way.” In addition to open source, the guidelines also recommend using open standards for government data and technology.#HigherEd #EdTechhttps://joinup.ec.europa.eu/collection/open-source-observatory-osor/news/uk-government-prescribes-open-source-public-procurement
       
 (DIR) Post #AZUh5ORwBiAB9faMdc by massonpj@fosstodon.org
       2023-09-06T15:10:25Z
       
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       Something for #HigherEducation to consider. Typical procurement practices in #HigherEd (especially public institutions) often fail to include the identification and evaluation of #OpenSource options.Inculding #OSS in the procurement process is a great way to ensure all options are considered.