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.

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

"...Collaboration characteristics are really great, the status for every activity was tracked easily and we could share it with the whole team. . ...." Peer review by Verified Reviewer, Computer Software

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

"...Open source project management software for classic, agile or hybrid project management: task management Gantt charts boards team collaboration time and cost reporting FREE trial!..." Customers: Who uses OpenProject?
"...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
"...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

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 does OpenProject facilitate Workflow Management?

Why is OpenProject the best choice for Engagement Management?

What benefits does OpenProject offer for Offer Management?

What benefits does OpenProject offer for Onboarding?

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.

 

Coburg University of Applied Sciences - Education - Medium

Coburg, Germany

OpenProject helped Coburg University of Applied Sciences use hybrid project management in teaching. Students applied both classic and agile methods on real projects. The university saw a 60-70% reduc...tion in administrative effort. Meetings became more efficient, and productivity increased for all participants. OpenProject replaced multiple tools and made project work easier for students and staff.

 

District Office Enzkreis - Government Administration - Medium

Pforzheim, Germany

OpenProject helped District Office Enzkreis improve project visualization and team collaboration. The office used OpenProject to manage the implementation of the federal participation act and for per...sonnel development projects. Team members accessed project information anytime, reducing coordination effort. Gantt charts and centralized task management gave a clear project overview. Meetings became more efficient with shared agendas and minutes.

 

Linux Professional Institute - Information Technology And Services - Small

Toronto, Canada

Linux Professional Institute uses OpenProject to manage all projects in one place. The team tracks tasks, progress, and assignments with agile boards and waterfall options. OpenProject helps them org...anize, prioritize, and never miss a task. They use it for major releases like portalFOSSlife and ongoing improvements. On-premises hosting ensures data security and control. Open source features allow transparency and customization.

 

gomus - Information Technology And Services - Small

Hamburg, Germany

OpenProject helps gomus manage complex projects with many external partners. The software makes project planning and structuring fast and clear. gomus saves about one day per week by reducing meeting...s and documentation. The tool is easy for all users, even those who are not tech-savvy. OpenProject supports both classic and agile project management for gomus.

 

Rehabilitation Clinic Bellikon - Hospital & Health Care - Medium

Bellikon, Switzerland

OpenProject helps Rehabilitation Clinic Bellikon manage all projects in one place. The clinic uses Gantt charts, work packages, and meeting modules for clear planning and team collaboration. All proj...ect information is stored in OpenProject, making it easy for staff and external partners to access and update. The system is intuitive, so even new users learn quickly. Bug tracking and documentation are handled directly in the platform, reducing the need for other tools.

 

Rehabilitation Clinic Bellikon - Hospital & Health Care - Medium

Bellikon, Switzerland

Rehabilitation Clinic Bellikon uses OpenProject to manage all strategic and departmental projects. The clinic involves all employees and external partners, ensuring full transparency and collaboratio...n. OpenProject's Gantt charts, work packages, and meeting modules help the team plan, track, and document every project step. The clinic replaced other document management tools with OpenProject, making information accessible to everyone. Bug tracking and configurable project overviews further streamline project management.

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Peers used OpenProject for collaboration and workflow management

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FEATURE RATINGS AND REVIEWS
Custom Reports

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Custom Reports

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OpenProject GmbH News

Product

OpenProject 17.4: Jira Migrator now able to import basic custom fields

OpenProject has released version 17.4, enhancing its Jira Migrator tool to import basic custom fields, facilitating smoother transitions from Jira. This update also introduces agile improvements like Backlog buckets for better project management. The release aims to simplify migration and agile workflows, with additional features like improved backlog interactions and sprint management tools.

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OpenProject 17.3: Evolving agile with backlogs and sprints

OpenProject has launched version 17.3, enhancing agile project management with new features like dedicated sprint objects, automatic sprint board creation, and expanded action board availability in the Community edition. These updates simplify workflows, improve sprint planning, and make agile tools more accessible. The release also includes improvements to project attributes, workflow configuration, and work package search.

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Agile updates in OpenProject 17.3

OpenProject 17.3 introduces significant updates to its Backlog module, enhancing agile workflows with a new layout, automatic backlog population, and automated sprint boards. The update aims to streamline processes for agile teams, with features like a visual refresh, smarter layout, and a smooth sprint completion flow. Future releases promise additional flexibility and improvements.

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Your Jira exit solution: The OpenProject Jira Migrator

OpenProject is developing the Jira Migrator, a tool to facilitate seamless migration from Jira to OpenProject. Currently in beta, the tool supports importing basic data like projects, issues, and users from Jira Server/Data Center versions 10.x and 11.x. Future updates will expand capabilities to include workflows and custom fields. This initiative addresses the need for open-source alternatives as Atlassian phases out Jira Data Center.

OpenProject GmbH Profile

Company Name

OpenProject GmbH

HQ Location

Karl-Liebknecht-Str. 5 10178 Berlin Germany

Employees

51-100

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Financials

PRIVATE