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Story: Massachusetts finalises open standards proposal
Posted by: Arthur B. (Tuesday 27 September 2005, 10:22 PM)
Let's see. Perfectly sound business arguments that meet the (strategic) business demands:
- $45m cheaper
- ensured state records preservation over time
- ensures "sovereignty" (control over ones destination)
Ok. How would the average company proceed from there? Well... this doesn't involve company cars, buildings, etc. But... software licensing.
So... the thing to do ofcourse (in serving the citizens needs and tax money) is to throw that all overboard and resort to emotionally fueled "discussions" inspired by mostly commercially sponsored lobbying only.
Only in America?
Nope.
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