Understanding SOUP: An Expert’s Take on Risks, Tools and Best Practices

Unvetted software components can silently jeopardize product integrity, security, and compliance—especially in regulated industries. In this expert interview, Ron Langer, a veteran in software modernization, breaks down the hidden risks of **Software of Unknown Provenance (SOUP)** and offers actionable guidance for identifying, documenting, and managing third-party code. Learn how to strike the right balance between innovation and risk, and why visibility is the first step toward secure, resilient systems.