Welcome Package

The OpenChain KWG Welcome Package is a comprehensive guide designed to provide new members with the necessary information and resources to effectively adapt to and contribute to KWG activities.

1. Introduction to OpenChain KWG

KWG’s Mission and Vision

The mission of OpenChain Korea Work Group (KWG) is to help all companies effectively achieve open source compliance through collaboration and sharing, which are the spirit of open source. KWG’s vision aligns with the OpenChain Project, which is to build a trustworthy software supply chain.

Background and History

KWG was established with the following background:

  1. Recognition that even large corporations can be exposed to open source risks in complex software supply chains.
  2. The need to improve open source management levels across all companies in the software supply chain.
  3. The importance of sharing open source management know-how between companies.

KWG was established as a subgroup of the Linux Foundation’s OpenChain Project to support open source compliance for Korean companies. It officially started its activities in January 2019 with the first meeting held at LG Electronics, with open source representatives from major corporations participating.

Major Achievements

KWG has achieved the following major accomplishments and milestones since its establishment:

  1. Regular Meetings: Regular meetings are held quarterly, and offline meetings have resumed after three years following the COVID-19 pandemic.
  2. Strengthened Inter-company Cooperation: Open source representatives from major companies such as LG Electronics, SK Telecom, Kakao, Hyundai Motor Company, and Samsung Electronics have participated and strengthened cooperation.
  3. Development of Open Source Management Guide: Developed and shared a detailed guide for companies to effectively manage open source.
  4. Community Expansion: Currently, about 70 members are actively participating, and through continuous community activities for 5-6 years, they have achieved a high level of expertise.
  5. Online Platform Construction: Shared documents and materials through GitHub and activated communication between members through Discord channels.

Through these activities, KWG plays an important role in raising the level of open source management in Korean companies and contributing to the global open source ecosystem. We will continue to support more companies to effectively utilize and manage open source through ongoing cooperation and knowledge sharing.

2. Guide to OpenChain KWG Activities

Regular Meeting Schedule and Participation Method

OpenChain Korea Work Group (KWG) holds regular meetings where companies interested in open source compliance gather to share knowledge and experiences. These meetings are important opportunities to share best practices in open source management and understand the latest industry trends.

Meeting Schedule

  1. Frequency: KWG holds regular meetings quarterly, i.e., four meetings per year.
  2. Schedule Notification: The specific date and location of the next meeting are announced through the KWG website and mailing list.
  3. Recent Meetings:

How to Participate

  1. Eligibility: Anyone in charge of open source compliance work in Korean companies/organizations that develop and distribute software can participate.
  2. Mailing List Subscription:
    • You must subscribe to the mailing list, which is KWG’s main communication channel.
    • The subscription method can be found on the KWG website.
  3. Pre-registration:
    • There may be a pre-registration process before each meeting.
    • The registration method is announced through the mailing list.
  4. Presentation Opportunity:
    • Participants can share their company’s open source management experiences or cases.
    • If you wish to present, you can register in advance through GitHub Discussions to coordinate the schedule.
  5. Online/Offline Participation:
    • Meetings are mainly held offline. (During COVID-19, they were held online)
    • The participation method is announced through the mailing list for each meeting notice.
  6. Material Sharing:
    • Most presentation materials shared in the meetings are made public through the KWG website or GitHub repository.
    • Participants can review and further study the meeting content through these materials.

KWG regular meetings are valuable learning and networking opportunities open to all those interested in open source compliance. Through active participation, you can promote inter-company cooperation and enhance your open source management capabilities.

Online Communication Channel Usage Guide

OpenChain Korea Work Group (KWG) operates various online communication channels for smooth communication and information sharing among members. The main channels are the mailing list and Discord. Through these channels, members can continuously exchange information and collaborate.

1. Mailing List

The mailing list is KWG’s main official communication channel. This channel is used for official announcements, meeting notices, important discussions, and material sharing.

How to Join:
  1. Write a subscription request email:
  2. Send Email: Send the content to the above email address.
  3. Approval Process: The Steering Committee will review the application and proceed with the subscription process.
  4. Completion of Approval: Once approved, you will receive an invitation email to join the mailing list.
Subscription Inquiries:

If you have any additional inquiries regarding joining OpenChain KWG, please contact the Steering Committee.

Mailing List Usage Guide:
  1. Sending Emails: Designate korea-wg@lists.openchainproject.org as the recipient to send emails to all members subscribed to the mailing list.
  2. Mailing List Etiquette:
    • Use clear and specific subject lines. This helps other members quickly understand the content.
    • Always use professional and courteous language.
    • Avoid topics unrelated to the purpose of the mailing list or spam content.
    • When sending long emails, summarize the main points and use attachments if necessary.
    • When replying, quote only the relevant parts of the original email and delete unnecessary content.
    • Refrain from criticizing specific individuals or companies.
  3. Using the Archive: All mailing list content is archived. You can use the mail system to look up past discussions.

2. Discord

Discord is a channel for lighter conversations and real-time communication. It is used for informal discussions, Q&A, and networking.

How to Join Discord:
  1. Check the Discord invitation link shared through the KWG website or mailing list.
  2. Click the link to join the KWG Discord server.
  3. Create a Discord account if necessary.
Discord Usage Guide:

  1. Understanding Channel Structure:

    • #announcements: This channel is for official KWG announcements. Only administrators can post, and members should check for important notices.
    • #information-news: This is a space to share the latest information and news related to open source and compliance. Members can share relevant news articles, blog posts, conference information, etc.
    • #opensource-talk: This channel is for free discussion and information exchange about open source in general. You can ask questions related to open source, share experiences, and exchange opinions.
    • #tooling-legal-group: This is a specialized channel for discussing open source management tools and legal issues. Experiences with open source management tools and questions and answers about legal issues are shared here.
    • #onboarding-tf: This is a task force channel for improving the onboarding process for new members. Ideas for onboarding and process improvement discussions take place here.
    • #free-talk: This is an informal channel for free conversation and socializing. You can share topics outside of work, light conversations, humor, etc.

  2. Notification Settings:

    • You can adjust notification settings for each channel.
    • It’s good to set notifications for all messages on important channels and only for mentions on less important channels.

  3. Discord Etiquette:

    • Please converse on topics appropriate to each channel’s purpose.
    • Use the code block feature when sharing long code or logs.
    • Respect other members’ opinions and engage in constructive conversations.
    • Use DM (Direct Message) for personal conversations.
    • You can express simple agreement or reactions through emoji reactions.

  4. Using Voice Channels:

    • Discord also has voice channels. These can be used for real-time voice conversations or screen sharing when needed.
    • When using voice channels, be mindful of background noise and check your microphone settings.

3. Other Online Resources

  1. GitHub Repository:

    • Address: https://github.com/OpenChain-KWG
    • This is where KWG’s documents, code, and project management take place.
    • Use this when you want to contribute to documents or raise issues.
    • You can propose document modifications directly through Pull Requests.
    • You can raise new ideas or issues in the Issues section.

  2. Official Website:

    • Address: https://openchain-project.github.io/OpenChain-KWG/
    • This website provides official information and materials for KWG.
    • You can check regular meeting schedules, presentation materials, and activity history.
    • The website is regularly updated, so visit often to check for the latest information.

By properly utilizing these various online communication channels, you can participate more effectively in open source compliance activities as a KWG member. It’s important to understand the characteristics of each channel and use them according to their purpose.

3. OpenChain KWG Membership Benefits

OpenChain Korea Work Group (KWG) membership provides various benefits to you and your company in the field of open source management. This section will detail the main benefits of KWG membership.

Knowledge Sharing and Networking Opportunities

1. Participation in Regular Meetings:

  • You can attend KWG regular meetings held quarterly.
  • You can directly hear about open source management cases and the latest trends from major domestic companies.

2. Building Expert Networks:

  • You can interact with open source experts from major domestic companies such as LG Electronics, SK Telecom, Kakao, Hyundai Motor Company, and Samsung Electronics.
  • You can learn and apply best practices from industry-leading companies.

3. Utilizing Online Knowledge Sharing Platforms:

  • You can ask questions and receive answers in real-time through the KWG Discord channel.
  • You can receive important information and updates through the mailing list.

Possibility of Participating in Inter-company Collaboration Projects

1. Joint Research Projects:

  • You can participate in joint projects such as open source management tool development and process optimization.
  • Example: Participation in the ‘Automation Tool Development for OpenChain Compliance’ project

2. Translation and Localization Work:

  • You can participate in translating OpenChain project documents into Korean.
  • You can contribute to developing guidelines for applying international standards to Korean companies.

3. Industry-specific Working Groups:

  • You can participate in small group activities discussing industry-specific open source management issues such as automotive, electronics, IT services, etc.
  • You can develop industry-specific solutions in collaboration with companies in the same industry.

4. Mentoring Program:

  • You can receive mentoring from experts from companies with rich open source management experience.
  • You also have the opportunity to act as a mentor, sharing your company’s experiences.

Connection with the Global Open Source Community

1. Opportunity to Participate in International Conferences:

  • You can participate in OpenChain Global Work Group meetings.
  • You can get opportunities to introduce and present KWG activities at global open source conferences.

2. Participation in International Standardization Activities:

  • You can provide opinions on the development of international standards such as ISO/IEC 5230 (Open Source Compliance) and ISO/IEC 18974 (Open Source Security).
  • You can contribute to setting global standards representing Korea’s open source ecosystem.

3. Expanding Global Networks:

  • You can interact with key personnel from international open source organizations such as the Linux Foundation, OpenChain Project, and SPDX.
  • You get opportunities to directly hear open source management cases from global companies.

4. Participation in International Collaboration Projects:

  • You can participate in projects developing open source management tools or frameworks with multinational companies.
  • You get opportunities to directly contribute to the development of the global open source ecosystem.

KWG membership provides opportunities to work at the forefront of open source management beyond simple participation. Through collaboration with domestic and international experts, you can enhance your company’s open source management capabilities and contribute to the development of the global open source ecosystem. Explore the infinite possibilities of open source with KWG!

4. Resources and Learning Materials

OpenChain Korea Work Group (KWG) provides various resources and learning materials to enhance members’ open source management capabilities. This chapter introduces these materials in detail and guides on how to use them effectively.

Guide to Key Sections of the KWG Website

The KWG website (https://openchain-project.github.io/OpenChain-KWG/) consists of the following main sections:

  1. About: You can find an introduction to KWG, how to join, and a list of members.
  2. Meeting: Provides regular meeting schedules and presentation materials from past meetings.
  3. Resource: Introduces various documents and tools needed for open source management.
  4. Blog: A space where KWG members share their experiences and insights related to open source.
  5. Subgroup: Provides information on small group activities that deal with specific topics in depth.

Here’s the English translation of the provided content, maintaining the markdown format and links:

How to Use the Enterprise Open Source Management Guide

The “Enterprise Open Source Management Guide” provided by KWG is a comprehensive manual for companies to effectively manage open source. Here’s how to use this guide:

  1. Building Open Source Management Organization: Refer to the “Organization” section of the guide to build an organization suitable for your company’s situation.
  2. Establishing Open Source Policy: Refer to the “Policy” section of the guide to establish a policy suitable for your company’s situation.
  3. Process Construction: Use the “Process” part to design a process that fits your company’s development environment.
  4. Tool Selection: Choose tools suitable for your company among the various tools introduced in the “Tools” section.
  5. Developing Education Programs: Refer to the “Education” part to develop education programs for employees.
  6. Compliance Declaration: Check your company’s compliance level through the “Compliance” section, and declare that you are complying.
  1. OpenChain Project Official Materials:
  2. Linux Foundation Education Courses:
  3. Open Source License Related Materials:
    • SPDX License List: Provides a standardized list of open source licenses and abbreviations.
    • Choose a License: A website that helps choose an appropriate license for your project.
  4. Open Source Security Related Materials:

By actively utilizing these resources and learning materials, KWG members can gain a deep understanding and practical skills in open source management. Also, through the KWG website and regular meetings, you can access the latest information and cases that are continuously updated, allowing you to effectively respond to the rapidly changing open source ecosystem.

5. Ways to Participate and Contribute

OpenChain Korea Work Group (KWG) develops through active participation and contribution from its members. This chapter introduces various ways to participate in and contribute to KWG activities.

Various Ways to Contribute to KWG Activities

KWG members can participate in and contribute to activities in the following various ways:

  1. Attending Regular Meetings and Providing Feedback: Attend quarterly meetings to share opinions and provide feedback.
  2. Participating in Working Groups (Subgroups) on Specific Topics: Participate in small group activities to have in-depth discussions on topics of interest.
  3. Sharing Expert Knowledge and Experience During Discussions: Share your experiences and knowledge with other members.
  4. Contributing to Open Source Policy and Best Practice Development: Participate in writing guidelines or policy documents developed by KWG.
  5. Supporting Organization of Events, Webinars, or Training Sessions: Participate in planning and operating various events hosted by KWG.
  6. Providing Effective Open Source Compliance Cases: Share successful open source management cases from your company.
  7. Participating in Inter-industry Collaboration within the Community: Collaborate with members from other industry sectors to gain new insights.
  8. Resource Translation or Localization: Participate in translating or localizing KWG’s documents or materials into Korean.
  9. Participating in Discussions on Discord Channel: Continuously exchange opinions and participate in discussions through online channels.

Sponsoring Meeting Venues and Materials

Providing venues or material support for KWG activities is also a very important way to contribute.

  • Provide venues for various KWG meetings, including regular meetings and subgroup meetings.
    • Example: Lending company meeting rooms or auditoriums for KWG meetings free of charge
  • Sponsor refreshments, souvenirs, gifts, etc. needed for meetings.
    • Example: Providing snacks and drinks for regular meeting attendees, sponsoring the production of souvenirs with KWG logo

Such material support provides the following benefits:

  • Helps smooth running of meetings and increases participant satisfaction.
  • Provides an opportunity to positively promote the sponsoring company’s image.
  • Strengthens the cohesion of the KWG community and enables continuous activities.

Contribution through material support plays as important a role in KWG’s growth and development as direct technical contributions. This increases the sustainability of the community and provides opportunities for more participants to share knowledge and network in a comfortable environment.

Why Should I Contribute? How Does It Benefit Me?

Contributing to KWG provides various benefits to both individuals and companies. This section will look at the importance of KWG contributions and the benefits that result from them.

1. Enhancing Expertise

  • Case: Mr. A, who participated in KWG’s “Legal Subgroup,” greatly improved his expertise by dealing with various license issues.
  • Benefit: You can gain continuous learning opportunities about the latest open source trends and technologies.

2. Expanding Networks

  • Case: The open source manager of Company B built cooperative relationships with experts from other companies through KWG activities.
  • Benefit: You can gain valuable insights and cooperation opportunities through exchanges with industry leaders.

3. Improving Corporate Image

  • Case: Company C gained a positive reputation in the open source community by actively contributing to KWG projects.
  • Benefit: You can publicly demonstrate your company’s technical prowess and commitment to open source.

4. Improving Problem-Solving Skills

  • Case: Mr. D shared his company’s open source management issues in the KWG forum and found solutions through advice from other members.
  • Benefit: You can utilize the collective intelligence of experts with diverse experiences.

5. Participating in Industry Standard Formation

  • Case: Company E participated in establishing corporate open source management guidelines through KWG.
  • Benefit: You can directly participate in and influence the process of forming industry standards and policies.

6. Personal Branding

  • Case: Mr. F was recognized as an open source expert through active activities in KWG and gained opportunities to present at numerous conferences.
  • Benefit: You can use it as a platform to promote your expertise and leadership in the industry.

7. Promoting Innovation

  • Case: Company H innovated its development process by introducing new open source tools encountered through KWG activities.
  • Benefit: You can encounter and apply various companies’ innovation cases to your own company.

Contributing to KWG means more than just sharing knowledge. It is an important activity that contributes to personal growth, corporate development, and the improvement of the entire Korean open source ecosystem. The knowledge, networks, and experiences gained through KWG activities will provide long-term and continuous value to individual participants and their affiliated companies.

Through these various ways of participation and contribution, KWG members can actively contribute to the development of Korea’s open source ecosystem. By choosing methods that match their expertise and interests, KWG can grow into a community that shares richer and more diverse knowledge and experiences.

6. OpenChain KWG’s Subgroup Activities

OpenChain Korea Work Group (KWG) conducts in-depth discussions and collaborations on specific areas through various Subgroups. These Subgroup activities are a core element of KWG, dealing with various aspects of open source management.

Currently Operating Subgroups

  1. Tooling & Legal Subgroup
  2. Conformance Subgroup

Tooling & Legal Subgroup

In August 2024, the existing Tooling Subgroup and Legal Subgroup were integrated to launch the Tooling & Legal Subgroup. This integration was made to achieve more effective open source compliance by dealing with open source management tools and legal issues together.

Main Activities:

  1. Evaluation and Comparison of Open Source Compliance Tools
    • Comparing performance and features of various open source scanning tools
    • Introduction and evaluation of new open source management tools
  2. Analysis of Legal Issues and Discussion of Response Strategies
    • Analysis of latest open source license trends
    • Seeking solutions for license conflict issues
  3. Linking Tools and Legal Requirements
    • Reviewing whether compliance tools meet legal requirements
    • Developing tool usage guidelines to minimize legal risks
  4. Development and Sharing of Best Practices
    • Designing processes and workflows for effective open source management
    • Analysis of success and failure cases of member companies
  5. Conducting Education and Workshops
    • Holding regular education sessions on open source tool usage and legal issues
    • Conducting hands-on workshops for practitioners

Conformance Subgroup

The Conformance Subgroup focuses on activities for compliance with the OpenChain standard.

The OpenChain Project provides an online self-certification method for companies to self-check if they meet ISO/IEC 5230.

Through self-certification, companies can determine what areas are lacking and what additional activities are needed. If a company with a well-established open source compliance system can answer Yes to all items in the ISO/IEC 5230 self-certification questionnaire, they can submit this result on the website (Conforming Submission). Then, they will be recognized as an ISO/IEC 5230 compliant (Conformant) company and can register their company logo on the OpenChain project website in the list of companies with ISO/IEC 5230 compliant programs.

The Conformance Group is a group for researching and sharing activities and Best Practices that companies should perform to build such an ISO/IEC 5230 Conformant program.

How to Participate in Subgroups

Any KWG member interested in a specific field can participate in each Subgroup. The participation method is as follows:

  1. Check Subgroup information on the KWG website (https://openchain-project.github.io/OpenChain-KWG/subgroup/)
  2. Join the mailing list of the Subgroup you’re interested in
  3. Email the Subgroup leader to express your intention to participate
  4. Attend the first meeting and introduce yourself

Through Subgroup activities, members can share deeper knowledge in their specialized fields and contribute to raising the level of open source management across the industry. KWG will continue to create new Subgroups or adjust existing groups as needed to effectively respond to the changing open source ecosystem.

7. Introduction to OpenChain KWG Steering Committee

The Steering Committee of OpenChain Korea Work Group (KWG) is the core operating organization of KWG, playing a crucial role in leading the overall direction and activities of the group.

Purpose of the Steering Committee

The Steering Committee operates with the following main objectives:

  1. Establishing OpenChain KWG policies and drafting the Charter
  2. Operating and managing regular meetings
  3. Making key decisions
  4. Executing and transparently managing the budget

Main Roles of the Steering Committee

  1. Establishing governance structure:
    • Developing long-term vision and strategy for KWG
    • Developing operational regulations and guidelines
    • Building cooperation frameworks between member companies
  2. Operating regular meetings:
    • Deciding quarterly regular meeting schedules and agendas
    • Recruiting speakers and organizing programs
    • Summarizing and sharing meeting results
  3. Decision making:
    • Deciding main activity directions for KWG
    • Approving new projects or initiatives
    • Mediating disagreements between member companies
  4. Budget management:
    • Establishing annual budget plans
    • Approving and monitoring budget execution
    • Preparing and disclosing financial reports
  5. External cooperation:
    • Liaising and cooperating with the global OpenChain project
    • Exchanging with OpenChain work groups in other countries
    • Building cooperative relationships with domestic open source communities

Current Steering Committee Members (as of 2024)

  • Haksung Jang, SK Telecom (Lead)
  • Eun Kyung Hwang, Kakao
  • Seo Yeon Lee, LINE Plus
  • So Im Kim, LG Electronics
  • Ji Ho Han, NCSOFT
  • Yun Hwan Jung, Samsung Electronics
  • Da Rae Ahn, Samsung Electronics

Each member contributes to the group’s development by aligning their company’s open source strategy with KWG’s goals.

Steering Committee’s Operating Method

  1. Regular meetings:
    • Quarterly regular video conferences
    • Discussing main agenda items and making decisions
  2. Annual planning:
    • Establishing KWG activity plans for the following year at the end of each year
    • Setting main goals and initiatives

Steering Committee Term and Selection Process

The Steering Committee’s term and selection process are as follows, according to the Charter:

  1. Term:
    • The term for Steering Committee members is 2 years.
    • Re-appointment or re-election is possible.
  2. Selection process:
    • Steering Committee members are elected from among KWG’s regular members.
    • The election process takes place at the annual general meeting.
    • Candidates are recruited through recommendations or volunteering.
    • Final selection is made through voting by members.
  3. Selection of Steering Committee leader:
    • The Steering Committee leader is elected by mutual vote among the elected committee members.
    • The leader’s term is also 1 year, and re-appointment is possible.
  4. Start of term:
    • The new Steering Committee’s term starts from the first day of the month following the election.
  5. Measures for mid-term resignation:
    • If a committee member resigns mid-term, the Steering Committee can elect an acting member for the remaining term.
  6. Roles and responsibilities:
    • The Steering Committee leader is responsible for external communication representing the Group.
    • All activities must be transparently disclosed and regularly reported to members.

These term and selection procedures ensure continuous and stable operation of KWG, providing opportunities for various members to take on leadership roles. Also, regular election processes maintain the group’s democracy and transparency.

How to Contact the Steering Committee

If you have any inquiries or suggestions for the Steering Committee, you can contact them via the official email address. The Steering Committee values the opinions of all member companies, and received opinions are discussed at regular meetings.

The OpenChain KWG Steering Committee continues to strive to strengthen the open source management capabilities of Korean companies and create a healthy open source ecosystem. Through active participation and cooperation of member companies, KWG will continue to lead Korea’s open source culture.

8. Introduction to OpenChain Standards

The OpenChain project provides international standards for effective management and compliance of open source software. This chapter will look at two main OpenChain standards.

Overview of ISO/IEC 5230 (Open Source Compliance)

ISO/IEC 5230 is an international standard for open source license compliance.

Key features:

  • Officially adopted as an ISO standard in December 2020.
  • A flexible standard applicable regardless of company size or industry.
  • Defines core requirements for open source compliance programs.

Core requirements:

  1. Program Foundation: Clearly define open source policy and responsibilities
  2. Relevant Tasks Defined and Supported: Provide sufficient resources for operating the open source program
  3. Open Source Content Review and Approval: Manage the Bill of Materials (BOM) of used open source components
  4. Compliance Artifact Creation and Delivery: Comply with license obligations
  5. Understanding Open Source Community Engagement: Document open source project contribution policies
  6. Adherence to the Specification Requirements: Meet all requirements of the OpenChain standard

Introduction to ISO/IEC 18974 (Open Source Security)

ISO/IEC 18974 is a standard for managing security vulnerabilities in open source software.

Key features:

  • Based on OpenChain Security Assurance Specification 1.1.
  • Expected to be officially adopted as an ISO standard in mid-2023.
  • Defines core requirements for open source security vulnerability management processes.

Main contents:

  1. Identifying key areas requiring security processes
  2. Methods for assigning roles and responsibilities
  3. Methods for ensuring process sustainability
  4. Methods for identifying known security vulnerabilities such as CVEs, GitHub dependency alerts, package manager warnings

Importance and Methods of Standard Compliance

Importance of standard compliance:

  1. Enhancing reliability: Builds trust in open source management.
  2. Risk management: Can effectively manage legal and security risks.
  3. Increasing efficiency: Improves open source management efficiency through standardized processes.
  4. Global competitiveness: Strengthens competitiveness in the global market by complying with international standards.

Methods for standard compliance:

  1. Self-certification: Utilize self-certification tools provided by the OpenChain project.
  2. Independent assessment: Receive independent assessment through OpenChain certified partners.
  3. Third-party certification: Obtain official certification through accredited certification bodies.

For detailed methods of standard compliance, you can refer to the following presentation materials and video.

Steps for compliance:

  1. Current state assessment: Compare and evaluate existing open source management processes against the standard.
  2. Gap analysis: Analyze the differences between the current state and standard requirements.
  3. Improvement plan development: Develop specific plans to address the gaps.
  4. Process implementation: Implement necessary processes and tools according to the plan.
  5. Education and awareness raising: Provide training on new processes to relevant employees.
  6. Monitoring and improvement: Continuously monitor and improve processes.

For detailed methods, you can refer to the Enterprise Open Source Management Guide.

By complying with OpenChain standards, companies can manage open source software more effectively and safely, which will ultimately contribute to the company’s innovation and growth.

9. Conclusion

The OpenChain Korea Work Group (KWG) Welcome Package is designed to help new members successfully enter the complex world of open source management and actively contribute as members of the KWG community. This package provides comprehensive information from basic concepts of open source to KWG activities, participation methods, and various resources and learning materials, supporting members to confidently perform tasks related to open source compliance. We invite you to join KWG and start a journey to contribute to the development of Korea’s open source ecosystem together. Your participation and contribution will be a great force for KWG’s growth and development.

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