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title: "Why DB Systel relies on Open Source for strategic collaboration"
date: 2024-09-01
categories:
  - english
  - article
tags:
  - OSPO
  - Community
  - OpenRail
  - DeutscheBahn
summary: In this article, I explain why DB Systel relies on Open Source for strategic collaboration and how we approach Open Source at Deutsche Bahn. An essential tool for that is the OpenRail Association, a neutral platform for the railway industry to share and collaborate on Open Source software. The article also highlights the importance of community involvement and how DB Systel fosters a culture of openness and collaboration within the company.
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  src: systel-header.jpg
article:
  name: DB Systel
  href: https://www.dbsystel.de/dbsystel-en/Digital-Stories-en/why-dbsystel-relies-on-opensource-13072158
---

In this article, I explain why DB Systel relies on Open Source for strategic collaboration and how we approach Open Source at Deutsche Bahn. An essential tool for that is the OpenRail Association, a neutral platform for the railway industry to share and collaborate on Open Source software. The article also highlights the importance of community involvement and how DB Systel fosters a culture of openness and collaboration within the company.

> Open Source software has become a must for any modern company. Anyone who operates a website, offers an app or even just uses servers is most likely using software components under Open Source licences. Many years ago, therefore, DB Systel decided to professionalise its use of Open Source.

You can read the full article on DB Systel's website, see above.
