OpenProject

Project management

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A CLOSER LOOK

What is OpenProject?

OpenProject brings work packages, schedules, project wikis and time tracking into a shared workspace. Its Community edition suits organizations that want structured project planning and control of their own server.

Work packages

Gantt schedules

Project wiki

Time tracking

Is it a good fit?

Best suited to

Teams managing scheduled projects on their own server.

Before you choose

Self-hosted; enterprise add-ons, hosted service and professional support are separate.

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Know what you're signing up for.

OpenProject offers Community edition at no license charge. Self-hosted; enterprise add-ons, hosted service and professional support are separate.

Self-hosted; enterprise add-ons, hosted service and professional support are separate.

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The useful parts. The trade-offs.

Why consider it

Connects schedules with day-to-day work

Self-hosting gives administrators control over project data

What to keep in mind

Requires server administration

Some advanced capabilities require Enterprise

How to use it well

A useful OpenProject rollout starts with the work packages people actually maintain. Keep owners, dates and progress together so the schedule can reflect current work instead of becoming a separate reporting exercise.

Create a project with a small set of work package types, assign owners, then add dependencies before reviewing the Gantt view. Keep decisions in the project wiki and compare recorded time with estimates. Plan server updates and backups alongside project administration.

A few things you might be wondering.

Is OpenProject free?

OpenProject offers Community edition at no license charge. Self-hosted; enterprise add-ons, hosted service and professional support are separate.

Does Community restrict users or projects?

The official Community page states that users and projects are unlimited.

Can I use it without managing a server?

OpenProject offers a separate paid hosted service; Community is the self-managed edition.

Where can I check the latest prices?

Use the provider link on this page. Billing period, location, team size, promotions, taxes, and optional extras may affect the amount you pay.

How should I compare this tool with alternatives?

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