The Linux Foundation
The Linux Foundation is a nonprofit consortium that supports the development, protection, and adoption of open source software projects, including the Linux operating system and numerous cloud, networking, blockchain, and industry-specific initiatives. It provides governance, infrastructure, training, and certification services to enterprises, developers, and governments that rely on open source technologies. The organization generates revenue through memberships, training and certification programs, events, and related services for its hosted projects and communities.
- IT Consulting & Implementation
- Managed IT & Cloud Services
- Revenue
- $160.0M
- Employees
- 450
- Founded
- 2000
- Headquarters
- San Francisco, United States of America
What 25 Arbolus experts think of The Linux Foundation
NPS scores cluster at the high end, with over 80% of responses at 9–10, reflecting strong advocacy. Renewal intent is uniformly positive among high spenders and influencers, many of whom have participated for more than one year. Stickiness is very high, with the majority in advanced or long-term usage stages. Key expert feedback emphasizes the value of open standards, strong community engagement, and project sustainability, with minor concerns about cost and operational complexity for smaller teams. Overall Customer Sentiment: Positive
Who reviewed The Linux Foundation
- C-Suite 64% (16)
- Director 12% (3)
- Manager 24% (6)
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Everything 25 customers told us about The Linux Foundation.
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Sentiment
76 Net Promoter Score, from 25 scored reviews- Promoters 20
- Passives 4
- Detractors 1
Cumulative NPS by month
+0 over 6 months- Apr 9
- May 9
- Jun 9
- Jul 9
- Aug 9
- Sep 9
Net Promoter Score across 1 reviews, accumulated up to each month. Category median 76 across 1 companies.
Praised
- Ecosystem and Community Strength
- Collaboration and Sustainability
- Vendor Neutrality and Portability
- Improved Community Engagement Tools
Criticised
- Variable Value by Engagement Level
- Participation Resource Requirements
- Complexity for Small Teams
- Governance and Neutrality Risks
What customers say
Renewal intent
Plan to renew 86%Plan to renew, by seniority
- 80% 5 answers
- 100% 1 answer
- 100% 1 answer
- 9.7/10 Average score from customers who will renew
- 10/10 Average score from undecided customers
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