Lock-in to a single vendor or single architecture is common in Information and Communications Technology (ICT).  It frequently originates in the adoption of restricted proprietary solutions.

Certified Open® is designed to evaluate supplier lock-in.  It contributes to informed deployment decisions and the reduction of ICT constraints.  It also increases the ability of suppliers to compete effectively in the provision of software, hardware and services.

Certified Open is broadly applicable to ICT and represents a strong value proposition for all stakeholders.  The Certified Open Products & Services Framework is an industry-agreed, granular measurement system to define the characteristics of products and services. It helps organisations and suppliers to follow best practice in ICT development, procurement and outsourcing.

You can join the Certified Open programme or view products and services that have already been certified.  You can also read our documentation or return to the main menu. ======

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