Open source has long been a central component of modern software development
but the landscape of associations, standards, and initiatives is complex.
This page provides an overview of the most important organisations, standards, and security agencies in the open source environment. The selection includes international committees, political initiatives, and technical standardisations that are relevant for compliance, security, and sustainable open source management. The aim is to provide you with a quick overview—from industry associations such as Bitkom to international standards such as OpenChain and SPDX to security databases such as NVD and EUVD.
This allows you to stay up to date on the most important developments, guidelines, and contacts related to open source.
Associations & Interest Groups
Associations & Interest Groups
Organisations that connect open source communities, companies, and politics or set guidelines
Open Source Organisation & Political Initiatives
Non-profit or multi-stakeholder organisations that promote open source at the political or social level
Security and Standardisation Bodies
Institutions and initiatives for security, standardisation, and compliance in the open-source context
