Erlach, MarkusJohansson, Sara2016-06-272016-06-272016-06-27http://hdl.handle.net/2077/44666This study investigates factors for opening up a software platform within an industrial setting. Using questionnaires and interviews, data was gathered and grounded theory was applied. The results showed that guidelines for how to open up a software platform are needed and that companies lacked domain knowledge.engtext