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OpenProject 17.1: Automated project initiation requests (Enterprise add-on)
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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
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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)
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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.…
How to work with project templates
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How to work with project templates

Using project templates in OpenProject helps your team save time, avoid repetitive setup, and ensure a consistent project structure across your organization.…
OpenProject integration app for Nextcloud released in version 2.11.0
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OpenProject integration app for Nextcloud released in version 2.11.0

We have released version 2.11.0 of the OpenProject integration app for Nextcloud! ✨ This update brings several usability improvements and fixes to make your project collaboration experience even smoother…
5 steps to get started with live collaboration in Documents
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5 steps to get started with live collaboration in Documents

Teams collaborate on ideas, strategies, and texts every day, but when this happens outside the project tool, context gets lost and coordination takes more time than necessary. With OpenProject 17.0, real…
OpenProject 17.0: Real-time documents collaboration and much more
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OpenProject 17.0: Real-time documents collaboration and much more

OpenProject 17.0 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.…
Securing open source together: OpenProject bug bounty program – sponsored by the European Commission
Open Source 

Securing open source together: OpenProject bug bounty program – sponsored by the European Commission

Open source security is a shared responsibility. OpenProject is proud to take this responsibility seriously. As part of an initiative funded by the European Commission, we at OpenProject have partnered…
Looking back: OpenProject in 2025 🌟
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Looking back: OpenProject in 2025 🌟

What a year of contrasts 2025 was! Full of growth, progress and meaningful impact. But at the same time, full of threats, uncertainties, and alarming announcements. How can we remain positive with all…
News from the Product Desk: Real-time collaboration in Documents
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News from the Product Desk: Real-time collaboration in Documents

Starting version 17.0 – currently planned for January 2026, OpenProject introduces a completely redesigned Documents module with real-time collaboration capabilities. This marks a significant step forward…
OpenProject at the Berlin Summit on European Digital Sovereignty
Open Source 

OpenProject at the Berlin Summit on European Digital Sovereignty

Europe needs open, interoperable tools to collaborate across borders. Especially in the public sector. This vision was reaffirmed at the Summit on European Digital Sovereignty in Berlin, where leaders…
How to use OpenProject as OKR software
Learning 

How to use OpenProject as OKR software

Managing goals in form of Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) is a proven framework used by companies of all sizes to align strategy and execution. To successfully work with OKRs, teams need a flexible and…
Digital sovereignty in Government: German State Premiers and the International Criminal Court choose openDesk
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Digital sovereignty in Government: German State Premiers and the International Criminal Court choose openDesk

Digital collaboration in public administration is becoming increasingly important across Europe and beyond. Questions of data protection, interoperability, and digital sovereignty are now central to how…
OpenProject 16.6: Project evaluation and scoring
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OpenProject 16.6: Project evaluation and scoring

OpenProject 16.6 has been released and this version introduces new features and improvements again. Please take a few minutes to learn what changes for you. We will summarize the most important changes…
Set and achieve your goals with open source software for OKRs (Objectives and Key Results)
Learning 

Set and achieve your goals with open source software for OKRs (Objectives and Key Results)

OpenProject as a secure web-based project management software supports many different use cases. At the beginning of each quarter, it is very convenient to follow the OKR process in OpenProject, set your…
Software alternatives to Atlassian – free and open source
Open Source 

Software alternatives to Atlassian – free and open source

With the end of Jira Data Center announced and prices rising year after year, vendor lock-in is no longer just an abstract risk, it has already become reality. Many organizations now face a costly migration…
CanSatLab: How to build a real satellite from a can with OpenProject
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CanSatLab: How to build a real satellite from a can with OpenProject

Students across Europe are building satellites in handy beverage can format – ESA calls the program CanSat, a competition for can satellites. At the forefront of participants from the USA, Germany, and…
8 open source software solutions for the public sector
Open Source 

8 open source software solutions for the public sector

Open source software is becoming more and more important, especially in the public sector in Europe. Open source implies providing access to its source code or segments of it, permitting utilization, modification…
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