Giving Back

• As developers we use tools provided by the wider community – it’s our responsibility to pay it forward
• Beyond the ethics, as we contribute, so will others – which improves the software we use

Excellent customer service

• By using and improving open source, the software we provide to our associates and customers is of higher quality

Creating shareholder value

• Making use of open source makes us more productive and efficient
• As we contribute software, we get the benefit of improvements from the entire community

Entrepreneurial Spirit

• Encouraging associates to develop the software that interests them provides a creative outlet
• Many key software components we rely on were created as side projects

Taking care of our people

• Allows associates to contribute, gives them a public showcase for their talents
• Participating in open source is a fantastic forum for learning from industry experts

Respect for all people

• Open source is one of the most diverse communities available
• Great feedback and communication skills can be developed working on large open source efforts

Doing the right thing

• Making code public is the best way to ensure that you take pride in your work

Building strong relationships

• Open source allows developers to build relationships beyond their team