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“I know a smart business decision when I see one — choosing open standards is | a very smart business decision indeed,” quote by Neelie Kroes
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“I know a smart business decision when I see one — choosing open standards is | a very smart business decision indeed,”

Neelie Kroes

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Source Speech: European Commission Digital Single Market conference, 2014

Advocates open standards as a strategic business advantage, enhancing interoperability and market reach.

In simple terms: Open standards are smart business choices.

Key Takeaway

Adopt open standards for growth.

Themes

business technology strategy

Mood

pragmatic forward‑looking

Type

strategic inspirational

When to use this quote

  • software development
  • government procurement
  • enterprise IT
  • startup scaling

Key Concepts

open standards interoperability market expansion

Questions to Reflect On

  • What standards could you open today?
  • How do open standards affect competition?
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