Open Source Software Reports

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, we find out how the Met Office is using its vast stores of weather data to create innovative new products. Our latest buyer's guide looks into identity and access management systems. And we examine the geopolitical threats that could curb the openness of open source. Read the issue now.

Posted: 11 Nov 2024 | Published: 12 Nov 2024

EGUIDE: Many parts of rural India depend on uncovered drinking water, which is unsafe for human consumption. To address the challenge, the Andhra Pradesh Space Applications Centre (APSAC) created a digital infrastructure for sourcing data on water assets, and made the data available on a GIS platform.

Posted: 19 May 2023 | Published: 19 May 2023

EZINE: In this handbook, Computer Weekly looks at how open source is shaping data storage management and this year’s emerging cloud supplier trends.

Posted: 17 Mar 2022 | Published: 17 Mar 2022

INFOGRAPHIC: There are countless open source cybersecurity tools available in the market and some of them have become essential for finding vulnerabilities in 2022. In this infographic, we highlight five tools that have proven to be highly efficient and reliable and can be combined with other tools to help build up your defences.

Posted: 17 Feb 2022 | Published: 17 Feb 2022

EGUIDE: In this interview, Soumya Ghoshal, managing director, middle office technology, technology and operations, explains DBS Bank's credit architecture program, how it has freed up more time for relationship managers through automation, and the bank's general approach to innovation.

Posted: 03 Jun 2021 | Published: 04 Jun 2021

EGUIDE: From Linux to Kubernetes, open source has been key to efforts by organisations across APAC to transform digitally. In this e-guide, read how Malaysia's AmBank is using open source to engineer its software from the ground-up, ANZ Bank's move to Red Hat OpenShift, and what suppliers are doing to support deployments of containerised applications.

Posted: 14 May 2021 | Published: 14 May 2021

EGUIDE: Database technologies have evolved over decades, from relational databases to NoSQL databases that make it easier to store & handle data in the cloud. In this e-guide, how organisations are addressing database management challenges & how Alibaba is using cloud-native databases to reduce downtime in its annual Singles' Day sales.

Posted: 13 May 2021 | Published: 14 May 2021

EGUIDE: In this e-guide: We explore how Percona have navigated themselves and the open-source industry through the pandemic. We also dive into Percona's advice about containerisation in enterprises.

Posted: 13 May 2021 | Published: 13 May 2021

EGUIDE: In this case study, learn how Bharti Airtel built a new telco network cloud, providing the foundation for its next-generation core network, analytical tools, and new consumer and enterprise services.

Posted: 11 May 2021 | Published: 11 May 2021

EGUIDE: In this case study, learn how DBS Bank's credit architecture programme has digitised and reimagined credit processes through a unified platform that has improved the productivity and efficiency of its credit teams.

Posted: 15 Apr 2021 | Published: 15 Apr 2021

EGUIDE: The booming digital economies of Southeast Asia showed much resilience in 2020, from tapping open source, data analytics and DevOps, to fending off cyber criminals who came knocking on their doors, all in the midst of an unprecedented pandemic. Here are Computer Weekly's top 10 ASEAN IT stories of 2020:

Posted: 08 Feb 2021 | Published: 11 Jan 2021

EGUIDE: Against all odds, the Australian people and businesses proved their mettle, becoming one of the first countries in the world to emerge from the pandemic. Companies pivoted quickly and adopted new business models while supercharging digitisation initiatives at an unprecedented pace. Here are Computer Weekly's top 10 Australia IT stories of 2020:

Posted: 08 Feb 2021 | Published: 11 Jan 2021

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, we find out why GitHub is storing its historical open source code repositories on analogue film in the Arctic Circle. Our buyer's guide examines modern software development practices. And we hear how VR technology helped the UK build more ventilators to deal with the Covid-19 pandemic. Read the issue now.

Posted: 08 Feb 2021 | Published: 11 Aug 2020

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, we look at the government's new points-based immigration rules and assess the implications for the tech sector. IR35 tax rules change in April – we find out how IT contractors need to prepare. And we examine whether the rise of cloud is really displacing the datacentre. Read the issue now.

Posted: 08 Feb 2021 | Published: 03 Mar 2020

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, we look at how businesses are adapting to the challenges of perimeterless network security. We examine how digital transformation is bringing increased complications for identity and access management. And we ask if public cloud providers are a threat to the funding model for open source software. Read the issue now.

Posted: 08 Feb 2021 | Published: 18 Jan 2019

EZINE: In this edition of CW ASEAN, we uncover the state of adoption of microservices in ASEAN and what needs to be in place for enterprises to get the most out of the technology.

Posted: 08 Feb 2021 | Published: 11 Jan 2019

EGUIDE: In this e-guide, we take a closer look at what enterprises need to consider to make moving to the cloud as seamless as possible, while sharing some success stories of big name enterprises that have already successfully done it.

Posted: 08 Feb 2021 | Published: 27 Nov 2018

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, after Microsoft's recent acquisition of GitHub, we examine the software giant's tools for embracing open source developers. Also, secretary of state for digital, culture, media and sport Matt Hancock talks about growing the UK digital economy and supporting the tech sector. Read the issue now.

Posted: 08 Feb 2021 | Published: 15 Jun 2018

EGUIDE: In this e-guide, you will learn more about leveraging DevOps to automate processes between development and IT teams, the importance of testing to keep internet of things devices safe from prying eyes and how one company has made use of open source software to automate the roll-out of application changes.

Posted: 08 Feb 2021 | Published: 09 Oct 2017

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, we find out how cloud technologies are helping Gibraltar to digitally preserve historic documents and safeguard its cultural heritage. We examine progress on the roll-out of the new NHS national network. And our latest buyer's guide looks at cloud-based ERP software. Read the issue now.

Posted: 08 Feb 2021 | Published: 29 Sep 2017

EGUIDE: Open source used to be an alternative to commercial off –the-shelf software. Today, the largest commercial software providers are big supporters of open source technologies.

Posted: 08 Feb 2021 | Published: 29 Aug 2017

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, 25 years after Linus Torvalds released the Linux kernel, we look at how the open source operating system has influenced modern-day IT. Our new buyer's guide covers the fast-growing technology of object storage. And we examine the rise of corporate wireless networking. Read the issue now.

Posted: 08 Feb 2021 | Published: 25 Oct 2016

EGUIDE: 2016 is widely tipped to be the year DevOps goes mainstream, with enterprise IT managers either looking to ramp up or kick-start their efforts in this area, and start realising the benefits it can bring.

Posted: 08 Feb 2021 | Published: 18 Aug 2016

EZINE: In this issue we interview the CIO for the forthcoming Rio Olympics. The technology his team has put in place will support delegations from over 200 countries, including 10,500 athletes. We also look at data centre and open source security, as well as take a first look at what the new UK Prime Minister's approach might be to the digital economy.

Posted: 08 Feb 2021 | Published: 26 Jul 2016

WHITE PAPER: IT organizations are always looking for ways to save money and time without compromising on issues like security or compliance. Exploring the value of your systems management solution is a lot easier when you know the right questions to ask. We have a few suggestions for how to get started.

Posted: 29 Jul 2009 | Published: 28 Jul 2009