Build vs buy vs open source
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In this lesson
compare the three sourcing options on the same basis.
Planned topics
- Build: full control and differentiation, with ongoing maintenance and staffing.
- Buy: speed and shared maintenance, with licence cost, lock-in, and limited customization.
- Open source: no licence fee but you pay for operation, upgrades, and sometimes support.
- Use the subdomain view: build the core, buy or adopt generics.
Draft outline details
Demonstration
a comparison table with criteria: fit, time to value, control, cost over five years, risk, exit effort, team skills.
Check your understanding
Does open source mean free?
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No; you still pay for operation, upgrades, security, and staff.
Practice
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