OpenProject Overview

OpenProject offers a versatile project management solution that supports classic, agile, and hybrid methodologies. It provides tools such as task management, Gantt charts, and boards, enhancing team collaboration. A notable feature is the emphasis on data sovereignty and security, ensuring that project data is protected and transparently managed. OpenProject is open source, offering flexibility and customization to meet specific business needs. The software supports time and cost reporting, adding value by enabling detailed project tracking and budget management. Unique selling points include its open-source nature and comprehensive capabilities across various project management styles, all within a secure environment. This positions OpenProject as a strong competitor in the project management software market, offering significant ROI through its adaptable and secure platform.

Use Cases

Customers recommend Collaboration, Workflow Management, Engagement Management, as the business use cases that they have been most satisfied with while using OpenProject.

Other use cases:

  • Offer Management
  • Onboarding
  • Proposal & Quote Management
  • Products & Pricelist Management
  • Forecasting
  • Sales Review & Feedback
  • Business Development
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Business Priorities

Improve Internal Communications is the most popular business priority that customers and associates have achieved using OpenProject.

Other priorities:

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OpenProject Use-Cases and Business Priorities: Customer Satisfaction Data

OpenProject works with different mediums / channels such as Offline. On Premises. and Website.

OpenProject's features include Dashboard. and OpenProject support capabilities include 24/7 Support, AI Powered, Email Support, etc. also OpenProject analytics capabilities include Custom Reports, and Analytics.

Reviews

"...My experience with this tool is to follow up on the implementations that the company in which I work...." Peer review by Gustavo V., Middleware Manager, Computer Software

Peer review evidence (same sources as the product rating summary)

"...You solve communication and collaboration problems with the use of this platform...." Peer review by Andrea G., Jefe de Departamento de Prensa, Sports
"...Many other free tools can do this but OpenProject adds customizable workflows and detailed dependencies between tasks - and even a Gantt view...." Peer review by Stefano M., Project Manager / Service Manager, Information Technology and Services
"...I used this platform to manage a project from the office on restoration of public art monuments, involved a lot of staff located in different parts, we had very little time, we managed to complete the project coordinating all activities and tasks with this platform, so it was much easier for me to receive reports from managers and area coordinators, I could detect where there were delays and who were the most efficient in fulfilling their tasks, it is amazing the information you can get from a platform like this...." Peer review by Ely O., Asistente a la Presidencia, Government Administration

OpenProject, belong to a category of solutions that help Project Management. Each of them excels in different abilities. Therefore, determining the best platform for your business will depend on your specific needs and requirements.

OpenProject is an open-source project management software for classic, agile, or hybrid methodologies. Features include task management, Gantt charts, boards, team collaboration, and time/cost reporting.

Popular Business Setting

for OpenProject

Top Industries

  • Information Technology and Services
  • Computer Software
  • Government Administration

Popular in

  • Small Business
  • Mid Market
  • Enterprise

OpenProject is popular in Information Technology And Services, Computer Software, and Government Administration and is widely used by Small Business, Mid Market, and Enterprise.

OpenProject Customer wins, Customer success stories, Case studies

How does OpenProject facilitate Collaboration?

How can OpenProject enhance your Workflow Management process?

How efficiently Does OpenProject manage your Engagement Management?

What benefits does OpenProject offer for Offer Management?

How can OpenProject optimize your Onboarding Workflow?

11 buyers and buying teams have used Cuspera to assess how well OpenProject solved their Project Management needs. Cuspera uses 253 insights from these buyers along with peer reviews, customer case studies, testimonials, expert blogs and vendor provided installation data to help you assess the fit for your specific Project Management needs.

 

Atlassian's AI data policy takes effect on August 17: Discover OpenProject as a Jira Cloud alternative

OpenProject positions itself as a strong alternative to Jira Cloud, emphasizing transparency, flexibility, and control over deployment and data. With Atlassian's new AI data policy taking effect, Ope...nProject offers solutions like a fully managed SaaS, on-premises enterprise options, and a community edition, catering to organizations with strict governance and compliance needs.

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Greenpeace - Non Profit Organization Management - Large

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Greenpeace uses OpenProject to manage all incoming IT requests. The team turns emails into tasks or projects using a custom extension. OpenProject helps Greenpeace document information and work in a ...flat structure. The organization values on-premise hosting for data security and custom workflows. Key features include agile boards, backlog management, and time tracking for project tasks.

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Linux Professional Institute - Information Technology And Services - Small

Toronto, Canada

Linux Professional Institute uses OpenProject to manage all projects and tasks in one place. The team tracks progress and organizes work with agile boards and Gantt charts. OpenProject helps them pub...lish and improve their FOSSlife portal. The tool provides secure, on-premise hosting and a single source of project data. Project dashboards and filters make it easy to see status and priorities.

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Bureau de district d'Enzkreis - Government Administration - Medium

Germany

OpenProject helped the Bureau de district d'Enzkreis improve project visibility and team collaboration. The team used OpenProject to manage timelines and share project information. This reduced the n...eed for coordination and made meetings more agile. The software supported both legal implementation projects and staff development. Team members could access all project data anytime, making communication easier.

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Clinique de rééducation de Bellikon - Hospital & Health Care - Medium

Bellikon, Switzerland

OpenProject helps the Clinique de rééducation de Bellikon manage all projects and portfolios. Every employee can join and share ideas. The Gantt chart makes planning clear and easy to change. All pro...ject info is in one place, so the team works together better. The clinic uses OpenProject for tasks, meetings, documentation, and bug tracking. This brings more transparency and faster teamwork.

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Université des sciences appliquées de Cobourg - Education - Medium

Coburg, Germany

OpenProject helped the Université des sciences appliquées de Cobourg use hybrid project management for real student projects. The university replaced multiple tools with OpenProject, reducing adminis...trative effort by 60–70%. Students now apply project management theory in practice, boosting productivity. Meetings are more efficient, and all project information is in one place. The platform supports both classic and agile methods for teaching and collaboration.

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OpenProject Release 13.3: Custom project lists

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FEATURE RATINGS AND REVIEWS
Custom Reports

3.39/5 ★

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CAPABILITIES RATINGS AND REVIEWS
Custom Reports

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OpenProject GmbH News

Product

OpenProject integration app for Nextcloud released in versions 3.2.0 and 2.12.0

OpenProject released integration app versions 3.2.0 and 2.12.0 for Nextcloud, enhancing project management capabilities. Updates include semantic work package identifiers, improved integration setup, and bug fixes. Version 3.2.0 also updates to Vue 3, enhancing reliability and usability. Users are encouraged to update via the Nextcloud App Store.

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OpenProject 17.7: Resource management and better team organization

OpenProject has released version 17.7, introducing a new Resource Management module as an Enterprise add-on. This update enhances project management by integrating resource planning, agile planning improvements, and organizational management. Key features include a Resource Planner, staffing workflows, and support for multiple active sprints, improving team organization and project execution.

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OpenProject and XWiki join EuroCommons to advance European digital sovereignty

OpenProject and XWiki have joined the EuroCommons initiative to advance European digital sovereignty by providing an open source alternative to Atlassian's Jira and Confluence. The collaboration includes integration between OpenProject and XWiki, enhancing project management and enterprise knowledge management capabilities. This initiative aims to reduce dependency on proprietary tools and foster a sustainable digital infrastructure in Europe.

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Connect OpenProject with XWiki: Enterprise knowledge management meets project management

OpenProject and XWiki have announced an integration in OpenProject 17.6, planned for July 2026. This integration links project management in OpenProject with enterprise knowledge management in XWiki, providing a seamless connection between project tasks and documentation. It aims to offer an open source alternative to Jira and Confluence, enhancing collaboration and traceability in project workflows.

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OpenProject GmbH Profile

Company Name

OpenProject GmbH

Company Website

https://www.openproject.org/

HQ Location

Karl-Liebknecht-Str. 5 10178 Berlin Germany

Employees

51-100

Social

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Financials

PRIVATE