In this talk, Jeremy Bennett will share his experiences of running a fully open source (OS) consultancy implementing OS compilers and chip simulators for major corporations around the world. The issues covered will include:
- business models that allow a decent profit
- staff recruitment, training and retention
- legal challenges, including licensing
- the dangers of 'open washing'
- how to manage without Microsoft Office!
Agenda
Programme:
1900 Registration and refreshments
1930 Dr. Jeremy Bennett speaks on "Running a free and open source business for fun and profit"
2015 Questions
2100 Meeting ends
