History has proved how the West Midlands has provided a hub of innovation and forward-thinking. This trend continues with the establishment of the only independently funded vendor-neutral IT solutions centre based in the UK specialising in Open Source software. The EU is adopting a positive stance in the use of Open Source and the West Midlands is taking the lead for the UK.

The aim of OpenAdvantage is to objectively advise, educate and assist small and medium businesses realise the business benefits of Open Source software.

A dedicated team of Open Source experts can assist clients in using IT systems that operate at the lowest cost and highest performance whilst gaining the most effective Open Source solutions for: web application developments, database developments, CRM systems, document management, digital archiving, online learning and training, systems integration and internet telephony.

With funding from the regional development agency, Advantage West Midlands, everything on offer at OpenAdvantage is free of charge.