COTS (Commercial Off-The-Shelf) technology

COTS (Commercial Off-The-Shelf) technology refers to ready-made products or systems available commercially, designed for general use, rather than custom-built solutions. These are off-the-shelf software or hardware items like laptops, software applications, or networking equipment purchased from vendors, providing a cost-effective and faster way to meet organizational needs. COTS products are pre-developed, tested, and ready to deploy, reducing development time and expenses. They are widely used across industries because they offer reliable, proven solutions that can be easily integrated into existing systems, allowing organizations to focus on their core activities rather than building technology from scratch.