So if there is an open platform (all components are open-source, integrated etc) -- it is great. But we would still need someone(s) to ensure reliable and scalable deployment for the event. Although could potentially be done by some skilled community member(s), I think it might be best to offload that to a dedicated contractor/company, which could also (optionally/potentially) would provide necessary developments to the (open) platform itself.
So if there is an open platform (all components are open-source, integrated etc) -- it is great. But we would still need someone(s) to ensure reliable and scalable deployment for the event. Although could potentially be done by some skilled community member(s), I think it might be best to offload that to a dedicated contractor/company, which could also (optionally/potentially) would provide necessary developments to the (open) platform itself.
So here I will collect any referrals/ideas: