The future of logistics is open source.
Away from silo thinking and media discontinuity, and towards common, cross-industry standards – what open source can do for logistics and supply chain management, and for your company.
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We emphasise the need to have open discussions to create de-facto standards for logistics, one issue at a time.
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The Open Logistics Foundation promotes the collaborative development and commercial use of open source logistics software and hardware with the help of a unique Innovation Community. The Foundation operates the Open Logistics Repository, an open and neutral platform over which all components are developed and made available for any company interested.
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Joining the Innovation Community, every company has the chance to help create the future of open source in logistics and benefit from the solutions jointly developed. All components accommodated in the Open Logistics Repository are accessible for free for any company – also for being used commercially.
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Michael Henke and Alice Kirchheim new members of the Board of Trustees and Board of Directors of the Open Logistics Foundation
Michael Henke, Managing Director of the Fraunhofer Institute for Material Flow and Logistics IML, has been appointed to the Board of Trustees of the Open Logistics Foundation. He takes over the position from Michael ten Hompel, who is stepping down due to retirement. Henke was previously Chairman of the Board of Open Logistics e. V. As part of the new appointment, Alice Kirchheim, Director of the Fraunhofer IML, will become a new member of the organisation’s board.
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Promising use cases for green logistics
Open source solutions are indispensable for greater sustainability in Logistics and Supply Chain Management. 3 questions to Andreas Nettsträter, CEO of the Open Logistics Foundation, on sustainability in logistics.
Green logistics: From freestyle via duty to standard
“Zero-emission logistics“ is the logistics of the future. Open source solutions can help make logistics more efficient faster, thus contributing to achieving climate targets.
How developers can contribute to open source projects within the Foundation
As the number of open source projects continues to grow across various industries, so do the opportunities for developers to contribute their expertise and make a meaningful impact. However, developers often face challenges when trying to participate in open source initiatives. These challenges can include not knowing where to begin, uncertainty about project suitability, concerns over copyright issues, communication barriers, or even burnout. In this article, Jens Leveling, our Head of Technology, shares his opinion and provides valuable guidance on navigating these challenges, specifically focusing on how developers can contribute to projects within the Open Logistics Foundation.
Initiating new projects within the Open Logistics Foundation
The ideation process within the Open Logistics Foundation is dynamic and continuous, driven by the collective input of our members. New topics are proposed by our Innovation Community (members) in different stages and ways. This article explores how new topics are proposed, developed, and transformed into active projects within our Working Groups. Nathalie Böhning, the Foundation’s Innovation and Project Manager, provides insights into the journey from an initial idea to an accepted and active project.
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Joining the Open Logistics Foundation means to be part of a lively and inspiring Innovation Community. To participate, you can choose between different types of membership.