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How to add sub-tasks to your work packages (Enterprise add-on)

How to add sub-tasks to your work packages (Enterprise add-on)

With the release of OpenProject 15.1, the design of the Relations tab for work packages has been improved, but some customers miss the feature of being able to create corresponding sub-tasks (children…
OpenProject 15.1: Custom fields of type hierarchy

OpenProject 15.1: Custom fields of type hierarchy

We are excited to announce the release of OpenProject 15.1! This update introduces custom fields of type hierarchy (Enterprise add-on), allowing you to structure complex data into multiple levels. Particularly…
Efficient and fun project collaboration with OpenProject's interaction features

Efficient and fun project collaboration with OpenProject's interaction features

Working together online requires software that is user-centric and designed for seamless collaboration. OpenProject is the leading open source project and task management software and continuously releases…
Learn how to install OpenProject on a Raspberry Pi

Learn how to install OpenProject on a Raspberry Pi

OpenProject is a versatile project management platform supporting methodologies like Agile, Scrum, and Kanban while offering classic tools such as Gantt charts and work package management.…
Mixing Creativity and Tech: A Conversation with Maya Berdygylyjova, OpenProject’s Lead Documentation Writer

Mixing Creativity and Tech: A Conversation with Maya Berdygylyjova, OpenProject’s Lead Documentation Writer

Maya’s journey with OpenProject exemplifies adaptability, creativity, and a deep commitment to delivering value to users. In this interview, we learn how her ability to bridge the gap between technical…
OpenProject recognized for best customer support in 2024 by Gartner Digital Markets

OpenProject recognized for best customer support in 2024 by Gartner Digital Markets

We are proud to announce that our customer support team has been awarded the Best Customer Support Badge by Gartner. This is not the first time we’ve been honored by Gartner. This year we were also recognized…
OpenProject 15.0: Emoji reactions and more in the new Activity tab

OpenProject 15.0: Emoji reactions and more in the new Activity tab

We are happy to announce that we have released OpenProject 15.0! Read more about highlight features of this major release in this blog article.…
Building relationships and empowering customers to thrive

Building relationships and empowering customers to thrive

At OpenProject, we believe that exceptional customer support goes beyond answering questions—it’s about building relationships and empowering our users to thrive. In this installment of our company culture…
Customize your hybrid project management buffet – in one software!

Customize your hybrid project management buffet – in one software!

When you’re responsible for managing complex projects, you need software that adapts to your specific needs. Think of it as a ‘buffet’ that blends Agile and Waterfall methods, letting you pick exactly…
Preview: Emoji reactions on work package comments

Preview: Emoji reactions on work package comments

Exciting news – A long-requested feature from our Community is about to become reality: Emoji reactions are coming to OpenProject! Users will soon be able to choose from seven emojis to react to comments…
OpenProject integration app for Nextcloud released in version 2.7.1

OpenProject integration app for Nextcloud released in version 2.7.1

The OpenProject integration app for Nextcloud has already been released in version 2.7.0 and just today in version 2.7.1! ✨…
Growing with purpose: How OpenProject’s People & Organization team is preparing for the next big leap

Growing with purpose: How OpenProject’s People & Organization team is preparing for the next big leap

In this edition of OpenProject’s culture series, we sat down with two key members of the People & Organization Team, Dorothee and Giuseppe, to discuss their roles, their experiences so far, and their vision…
The rise of the Sovereign Workplace: openDesk – Your open source alternative to Microsoft and Google

The rise of the Sovereign Workplace: openDesk – Your open source alternative to Microsoft and Google

Important…
Juice: OpenProject on the way to Europa

Juice: OpenProject on the way to Europa

Jupiter’s icy moon Europa is considered the most promising candidate for extraterrestrial life in the solar system. Thanks to a space company from Bremen, OpenProject is also on board.…
openDesk 1.0 is here!

openDesk 1.0 is here!

Now it’s official: openDesk 1.0 is here! We at OpenProject are very happy and excited to contribute the component for project management to this platform. Currently, we are at the Smart Country Convention…
OpenProject 14.6: Most flexible progress reporting

OpenProject 14.6: Most flexible progress reporting

We are happy to announce that we have released OpenProject 14.6! Read more about highlight features in this blog article.…
Changes to Jira Service Management pricing and packaging: What you need to know and how OpenProject stands as a cost-effective alternative

Changes to Jira Service Management pricing and packaging: What you need to know and how OpenProject stands as a cost-effective alternative

Atlassian has recently announced significant changes to the pricing and packaging for Jira Service Management (JSM) Cloud products, aiming to enhance its offerings while adapting to new demands.…
How to save time by using macros in OpenProject's editors

How to save time by using macros in OpenProject's editors

Managing project data and documents manually is frustrating and time-consuming. You need a way to keep things organized without extra effort or technical know-how. This is where working with macros might…
OpenProject's Creative Director on the evolution of OpenProject's UI, AI in design, and more

OpenProject's Creative Director on the evolution of OpenProject's UI, AI in design, and more

When it comes to your project management tool of choice, a few key features are vital to supporting the work you do every day. Those may differ from person to person, team to team, company to company.…
News from the Product Desk: Changes to progress tracking in 14.6 based on user feedback

News from the Product Desk: Changes to progress tracking in 14.6 based on user feedback

In version 14.0, we made significant changes to the way that progress and work estimates are tracked in OpenProject. Since then, we have received extensive feedback from our user community telling us that…