Strengths: characteristics of the project that gives it an advantage over others

• local chapters can operate under guidelines set by HQ, and must adopt bylaws that are approved by a committee of volunteers (sort of like our committees).
• Submit annual plan/review to ensure alignment
• As open source continues to gain adoption and awareness, there's a possibility that other groups will form independently to support open source, and may not even be aware of OSI. Chapters will provide a resource for those interested in forming groups.

Weaknesses: characteristics that puts  the project at a disadvantage relative to others

• Dissolution of brand, "OSI" vs. "OSI UK"
• Alignment with other OSI efforts (FLOSSCC and Affiliates)
• Official role of and autonomy of members/activities
• Scope of authority: defining their own licensing.

Opportunities: elements that the project could exploit to its advantage

• Extends reach:
  • local groups can host local events
  • Local chapter members can attend local events on OSI's behalf
• Extends resources
  • Increase membership

Threats: elements in the environment that could cause trouble for the business or project

• Fracturing of the OSI community
• Fracturing of the OSI mission