Traditionally, organizations developed applications in-house using their own software. This methodology enabled developers and security professionals to gain visibility and control over the entire codebase. However, this model cannot meet today’s time-to-market demands for frequent software releases and updates.
Open source software facilitates rapid development and release cycles. It enables organizations to incorporate ready-made components into their application stack so they can quickly release software. As the pace increases, so does the need for open source software. Today, even a weekly build can pull in numerous open source components.
SBOM enables organizations to identify and track all third-party components, in particular open source components, and comply with licensing requirements. It also helps ensure that the organization does not run vulnerable open source components and keeps track of critical updates and patches. It helps organizations utilize open source components as needed while maintaining security and compliance.