A Practical Guide to Using International Standards for Open Source Procurement

Learn how procurement departments can leverage international standards for open source software to enhance efficiency and minimize risk across organizations. Explore practical applications of key ISO/IEC standards including 5230 for license compliance, 18974 for security assurance, and 5962 for Software Bill of Materials (SBOM). Discover implementation strategies that benefit product teams, intellectual property departments, legal teams, and Open Source Program Offices (OSPOs) in supporting corporate policies. Gain actionable insights to immediately improve supply chain management practices, whether operating as a customer or supplier across any industry sector. This 40-minute talk from the OpenChain Project provides a comprehensive framework for understanding and utilizing mature standards maintained by Linux Foundation Projects.