Openness
Philosophical concept emphasising transparency and collaboration / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Openness is an overarching concept that is characterized by an emphasis on transparency and collaboration.[1][2] That is, openness refers to "accessibility of knowledge, technology and other resources; the transparency of action; the permeability of organisational structures; and the inclusiveness of participation".[2] Openness can be said to be the opposite of closedness,[2] central authority and secrecy.[1]
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