Microsoft’s Goal – Interoperability

I just read a press release regarding the impending changes to Microsoft's technology and business practices as it relates to developers, partners, customers and competitors.

"Specifically, Microsoft is implementing four new interoperability principles and corresponding actions across its high-volume business products: (1) ensuring open connections; (2) promoting data portability; (3) enhancing support for industry standards; and (4) fostering more open engagement with customers and the industry, including open source communities."

This stems from the European judgement passed in September 2007.

Take a look at the Microsoft Interoperability Site.