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Open source software is now very widely used and 73% of respondents in a recent Accenture report stated that “open source is changing the way business operates”.  In August, a major study found that  79% of IT developers use open source in their development projects and view it as a ‘silver bullet’ that can allows simultaneous improvement along all three dimensions of the software “iron triangle” of cost, schedule, features. Yet many companies do not have a formal structure to manage the use of open source software and to ensure compliance with open source licenses. Major industry players have been sued for lack of compliance. As reported in the news, Oracle has sued Google for breach of the Apache license in its Android product (and patent infringement). Companies need to ensure that they understand these risks and manage them. 

The Knowledge Group has assembled a panel of key experts to help address the technical and legal issues associated with Open Source.
Key topics covered:

- Overview of open source software 
- Understanding the key provisions of the major open source software licenses
- Analyzing hybrid products which include proprietary and open source software
- Establishing an effective plan to manage the use of open source software and compliance with open source licenses
- Summary of new tools for managing software

This 2-hour LIVE webcast was specifically tailored to keep you abreast on Open Source developments and updates. Join this course by clicking on the “Register” button below. Hurry as space is limited and as a bonus, early bird registrants will receive a substantial discount.



Course Level: Intermediate
Prerequisite: None
Method Of Presentation: Group-Based-Internet
Developer: The Knowledge Group, LLC
Recommended CLE/CPE Hours: 1.75 - 2.0
Important Note: Your State Bar or Accounting Board will make the final determination with respect to continuing education credit. If you are applying for CLE credit in Texas you must register 20 days before the event date or you will not be able to obtain CLE credit.
Advance Preparation: Print and review course materials
Course Code: 104030
Course Fee: $199 - $299 (Early Bird Discounted Rate - on or before 11/21/2010)
                       $249 - $349 (Regular Rate - registration after 11/21/2010)
NASBA Sponsor Number: 109004

 

Featured Speakers for Open Source Software: Understanding and Managing the Risks LIVE Webcast:


Proposed Agenda (click here to view more)

1. Background on OSS and what OSS means.

2. Discuss the fact that the risks of OSS have been misunderstood and that OSS use is now     widespread

3. OSS licenses vary dramatically from the "copyleft" licenses such as GPL to the "permissive"     licenses such as Apache

4. Companies need to manage OSS use because customers are demanding to know how     OSS use is being managed and lawsuits such as those concerning Busybox are being filed     also need to manage for M&A and investments, due diligence

5. Management of OSS requires a process which ensures that problems are raised early and     provide a process for dealing with them.



DLA Piper LLP
Mark F. Radcliffe
Partner
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DLA Piper LLP
Victoria Lee
Partner
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Olliance Group, LLC
Greg Olson
Senior Partner
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Who Should Attend?

- General Counsel
- Outside Counsel
- Engineering Executives/Managers

Why Attend?

This is a must attend event for anyone interested in understanding Open Source.
- New guidance explained by the most qualified key leaders & experts
- Hear directly from key regulators & thought leaders
- Interact directly with panel during Q&A

Registration Information:                                                                                                                                    


** Discounts apply for early registration

Disclaimer:
Please note, the event date is firm although it may be subject to change. Please click here for details.

 

 

 

 


Open Source Software: Understanding and Managing the Risks LIVE Webcast
Speaker Firms:




 

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We are an approved multi-event sponsor in the state of California. Our provider ID is: 14451. In Texas, Illinois, and Virginia, we submit programs for individual approval in advance. In all other states, once attendance is verified, participants are emailed an official certificate of attendance which they submit to their respective State Bar Associations. Our programs are created with continuing education in mind and are therefore designed to meet the requirements of all State Bar Associations. If you have any questions, please email our CLE coordinator at: info@knowledgecongress.org

Important Note: Your State Bar or Accounting Board will make the final determination with respect to continuing education credit. If you are applying for CLE credit in Texas you must register 20 days before the event date or you will not be able to obtain CLE credit.

Attention New York Attorneys:

This program is approved for CLE credit under New York’s Approved Jurisdiction policy. The Knowledge Group, LLC is an approved sponsor in the state of California, a New York Approved Jurisdiction. This program fulfills the non-traditional format requirement of exceeding 60 minutes in length. Please note only experienced attorneys (more than 2 years) are eligible to receive CLE credit via non-traditional format learning platforms. The Knowledge Group will verify attendance during the webcast via secret words (3 per credit hour) and by auditing attendees log in and log out records. All verification instructions will be provided during the webcast. Once attendance verification requirements have been completed, the attendee will be issued a certificate of attendance be The Knowledge Group for the course with the recommended number of credit hours. The Certificate of Attendance is normally sent via email in 24 hours or less.

To Claim Your CLE Credits:

The attorney should simply include credits earned via Knowledge Group webcasts when computing the total number of CLE credits completed, and keep the Knowledge Group Certificate of Attendance for a period of at least four (4) years in case of audit. An attorney may count towards her/his New York CLE requirement credit earned through the Approved Jurisdiction policy without notifying the CLE Board.

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