Growing but Not Devoid of Pain

05 May 2025

Dear Readers,

The 2025 State of Open Source Report has dropped, and it’s raising eyebrows. Open Source adoption keeps climbing, with 96% of organizations either holding steady or increasing their usage. But behind that impressive number is a more complicated story. Many teams are pushing ahead without the skills or strategy to manage what they’ve adopted. The tools are powerful. The human side, including staffing, governance, and lifecycle planning, is struggling to keep pace.

Drupal users will recognize the tension. As one of the most mature and widely deployed open-source platforms, Drupal has long been part of the enterprise tech stack. But even here, the report's themes hit home. The risk of running outdated modules, the effort needed to stay current with security updates, and the rising demand for cloud-native workflows are all very real. It's not just about building with Open Source anymore. It's about managing it with clarity and consistency.

The key takeaway? Adoption alone isn’t success. Whether you're using Drupal, containerized services, or open-source data platforms, the same pressures apply. Unsupported code, compliance gaps, and missing talent can quietly undermine progress. The report is worth your time if you care about using Open Source in a sustainable, responsible way. Read the full 2025 report to get a grounded look at where the ecosystem stands and what needs attention next.

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We acknowledge that there are more stories to share. However, due to selection constraints, we must pause further exploration for now.

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Alka Elizabeth
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