SAP Open Source Manifesto
This Manifesto states SAP's open source principles about how we engage with open source. The manifesto aligns with SAP's established presence as a key contributor to open source, highlighting its top 10 ranking in the Open-Source-Contributor-Index active role in pivotal projects that influence digital innovation, like OpenUI5, and OpenJDK. The Manifesto talks about SAP's commitments to open source, about our vision, about our external engagement with open source, and how we empower our employees to collaborate with open source. It is a clear statement providing guidance to our internal developers, but also customers, partners, and developer ecosystem. Download the DocumentJune 2024
SAP
Open Source
Manifesto
SAP
Open Source
Manifesto
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Introduction
At SAP, we’ve always believed in the
power of collaborative innovation.
From the early days of our enterprise
standard software based on a source-
available license to today’s cloud-native
open-source projects initiated by SAP,
our goal has been to empower organiza-
tions and employees to achieve more.
The open-source movement comple-
ments this mission perfectly, fostering an
environment of shared ideas, code, and
aspirations. Our engagement with open
source is not new; it’s a continuation of our
commitment to openness, collaboration,
and development efficiency. This mani-
festo articulates our dedication, commit-
ment, and aspirations regarding open
source.
Introduction
At SAP, we’ve always believed in the
power of collaborative innovation.
From the early days of our enterprise
standard software based on a source-
available license to today’s cloud-native
open-source projects initiated by SAP,
our goal has been to empower organiza-
tions and employees to achieve more.
The open-source movement comple-
ments this mission perfectly, fostering an
environment of shared ideas, code, and
aspirations. Our engagement with open
source is not new; it’s a continuation of our
commitment to openness, collaboration,
and development efficiency. This mani-
festo articulates our dedication, commit-
ment, and aspirations regarding open
source.
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Our Open Source Vision
Driving Innovation through Open Collaboration
We believe that open source is a catalyst for innovation, enabling
global minds to collaborate, share, and advance technology together.
Empowerment through Openness
By making essential parts of our development platform, frameworks,
and tools open, we strive to empower communities, customers, and
partners to build upon our work, creating solutions that benefit all.
Trust and Transparency
We commit to contributing to open source with integrity, fostering trust
in our motives and methods within the community.
Community Engagement
Open source is more than code; it’s about community. We believe in
inclusive environments where everyone, regardless of background, can
contribute and innovate.
Our Open Source Vision
Driving Innovation through Open Collaboration
We believe that open source is a catalyst for innovation, enabling
global minds to collaborate, share, and advance technology together.
Empowerment through Openness
By making essential parts of our development platform, frameworks,
and tools open, we strive to empower communities, customers, and
partners to build upon our work, creating solutions that benefit all.
Trust and Transparency
We commit to contributing to open source with integrity, fostering trust
in our motives and methods within the community.
Community Engagement
Open source is more than code; it’s about community. We believe in
inclusive environments where everyone, regardless of background, can
contribute and innovate.