Roles Inside an OSPO
In this section you’ll learn about some of the roles most commonly found in OSPOs, but remember—not all OSPOs will require people to fill all of these roles, and your OSPO may require roles that aren’t listed here. The roles represented will vary based on the type of OSPO your company has as well as the functions that the team performs. Also remember that it’s possible for a single person to hold multiple roles. This can be OK, as the team or role is just getting started, but I caution you not to maintain this arrangement for too long. Not only is it a recipe for burnout for that person, it’s also a signal that the company may not be adequately invested in the success of their FOSS initiatives.
The size and composition of ...
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