Chapter 6

The differences between general OS and commercial offerings

Understanding different OS models

BI represents its own unique market when looking at how OS offerings are structured and brought to market. Before discussing the specific differences between commercial and community offerings, it is important to take a step back and look at the market breakdown to understand the uniqueness of this market. In previous chapters we looked at the market on a broad level, but now we turn and look at the specifics that expand beyond OS in general to decipher what OSBI models exist. For instance, how are these solutions developed? How are they managed? Why do some vendors feel the need to transition towards commercial offerings while others stay ...

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