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

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

OpenProject 17.4 has been released and as announced in our blog, the Jira Migrator is now available without feature flag and allows the migration of basic custom fields. This is a great step towards a…
Migrating from Jira: Import custom fields into OpenProject 17.4
Migrations  Features 

Migrating from Jira: Import custom fields into OpenProject 17.4

Many teams are currently looking for alternatives to Jira. Often under time pressure to find a solution that fits their needs. Migrating, however, requires more than just moving data from one tool to another…
Work anywhere: Opportunities at OpenProject
Company 

Work anywhere: Opportunities at OpenProject

At OpenProject, we believe that the best work happens when people are empowered to choose environments that suit them. Whether it’s a home office in the Brandenburg countryside, a co-working space in Madrid…
How the open source Community drives OpenProject
Open Source 

How the open source Community drives OpenProject

A unique part of an open source software like OpenProject is the open source Community. It is a global community of users, developers, advocates and anyone else interested in and engaged with the use…
OpenProject 17.3: Evolving agile with backlogs and sprints
Releases 

OpenProject 17.3: Evolving agile with backlogs and sprints

OpenProject 17.3 has been released and, as announced on our blog, introduces several improvements to agile project management, making it easier to plan and structure work with sprints, backlogs and boards…
How to use status transitions and workflows in OpenProject
Features  Learning 

How to use status transitions and workflows in OpenProject

OpenProject is a powerful tool, but with great power comes the complexity of customization. If you’re new to OpenProject and having trouble setting up statuses for workflows, you’re not alone. Once you…
Agile updates in OpenProject 17.3
Features  Releases 

Agile updates in OpenProject 17.3

With the upcoming release of OpenProject 17.3, we are introducing a major upgrade to the Backlog module – thoughtfully designed to make your agile workflows smoother, more intuitive, and more powerful…
Your Jira exit solution: The OpenProject Jira Migrator
Migrations  Features 

Your Jira exit solution: The OpenProject Jira Migrator

Teams around the world are looking for alternatives to Jira, whether due to changing project requirements, a preference for open source solutions or rising costs. However, switching tools is often easier…
OpenProject Enterprise plans: Community vs Enterprise edition explained
Open Source  Company 

OpenProject Enterprise plans: Community vs Enterprise edition explained

OpenProject offers both a powerful Community edition and Enterprise plans tailored to different organizational needs. This often raises the question of which option is the best choice for your team or…
News from the Product Desk: The future of agile work in OpenProject
Migrations  Features 

News from the Product Desk: The future of agile work in OpenProject

At OpenProject - the open source project management platform trusted by thousands of teams worldwide - we are making a clear statement: we want to be your sovereign go-to solution for agile teams. We are…
News from the Product Desk: OpenProject Mobile (Beta)
Features 

News from the Product Desk: OpenProject Mobile (Beta)

Making project collaboration possible wherever work happens has always been an important goal for OpenProject. Many teams do not work exclusively at their desks. They need to work on construction sites…
OpenProject integration app for Nextcloud released in version 3.0.0
Releases 

OpenProject integration app for Nextcloud released in version 3.0.0

We’re excited to announce the release of OpenProject integration app versions 3.0.0 and 2.11.2 for Nextcloud! ✨…
OpenProject 17.2: Bring AI to your projects. Without giving up control.
Releases 

OpenProject 17.2: Bring AI to your projects. Without giving up control.

OpenProject 17.2 has been released and introduces several improvements across the platform. This release opens new possibilities for integrating AI into your project workflows, improves transparency on…
Driving user adoption and leading change when moving from Jira to OpenProject
Open Source  Migrations 

Driving user adoption and leading change when moving from Jira to OpenProject

When organizations decide to migrate from Jira to OpenProject, the initial focus often lies on technical aspects such as data transfer or use case mapping. While these elements are essential, I consistently…
Top 5 open source project management software 2026
Open Source 

Top 5 open source project management software 2026

Finding the right project management software for your organization can be a challenge — especially when you want a solution that is transparent, flexible, and gives you full control over your data.…
OpenProject 17.1: Automated project initiation requests (Enterprise add-on)
Releases 

OpenProject 17.1: Automated project initiation requests (Enterprise add-on)

OpenProject 17.1 has been released and introduces several major improvements across the platform. In this article, we highlight the most important changes and what they mean for your daily work. We will…
Prioritize what matters: How Attribute highlighting helps growing teams stay focused
Features 

Prioritize what matters: How Attribute highlighting helps growing teams stay focused

Whether you’re a team of five or fifty — as your organization grows, so does the number of projects, tasks, and priorities. At some point, work packages that once fit on one board become a sea of cards…
Preview: Project initiation request workflow for PM² and other standards (Enterprise add-on)
Features 

Preview: Project initiation request workflow for PM² and other standards (Enterprise add-on)

Those who work according to project management standards, such as PM² or PMflex, rely on very specific requirements when creating new projects. A new project initiation request is therefore often time…
OpenProject at FOSDEM 2026
Company 

OpenProject at FOSDEM 2026

On 31 January and 1 February 2026, FOSDEM returns to Brussels. For more than 25 years, FOSDEM has been one of the world’s largest and most respected conferences for free and open source software, bringing…
OpenProject recognized as top project management software in 2026 by Gartner Digital Markets
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OpenProject recognized as top project management software in 2026 by Gartner Digital Markets

We are excited to share that OpenProject has once again been recognized as a top-tier project management solution in 2026 by Gartner Digital Markets.…
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