Custom project management software development
Structr develops custom open-source project management software (PM software) for efficient project control, planning and administration. Structr is a software company specialising in custom development, with more than 15 years of experience. With our Structr platform, we provide an innovative development environment.
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Need a fast, cost-effective solution? We build a working prototype of your custom project management software within 3 working days.
We develop project management software based on a Neo4j graph database, combined with an integrated page builder and automated APIs. If you are looking for a tailor-made PM solution for complex projects, Structr is the right partner.
Feel free to book a free consultation to have your custom project management tool developed. Call us any time on +49 800 / 78 78 287 or use our contact form.
Custom project management software from Structr stands out for maximum flexibility, scalability and top performance. Our full-stack approach keeps development time short. The Neo4j foundation ensures that even complex, interconnected data can be retrieved quickly, and that changes to the project structure can be modelled easily and carried over into the system in no time.
The key advantages of project management software developed with Structr are a complete visual representation of the entire project in our schema editor, higher productivity through 100% tailored and automated workflows, fine-grained access rights and seamless integration into existing IT systems.
On this page, we describe the particular strengths of our custom-developed project management software and cover typical features, areas of application and the usual development process.
Custom project management software from Structr
Custom project management software from Structr is a centralised all-in-one software solution that adapts precisely to your workflows and, thanks to a high-performance Neo4j graph database at its core and an integrated page builder, offers maximum scalability and flexibility.
Structr does not deliver out-of-the-box software, but a powerful development platform for custom project management software. We model exactly the data structures your project needs. Standard software solutions often force you into rigid structures that are hard to adapt, which means not every workflow can be mapped. Project management software developed with Structr adapts precisely to your requirements and dynamic business processes, and allows quick changes as the project evolves.
Structr's project management software stands out for its graph-based processing of highly complex structures. While conventional standard project management software relies on relational databases, Structr stores all project data in a native Neo4j graph database. Relationships between entities are stored as direct connections in the database. Thanks to graph database technology, the system stays fast even with extremely nested projects and huge amounts of data, because no costly computation of table joins (JOINs) is required.
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Project management software from Structr enables native process and workflow automation with Business Process Model and Notation (BPMN). Structr has a native, BPMN-compatible process engine. You need no interfaces to external workflow engines, because tasks, process tokens and the BPMN model are stored as nodes in exactly the same graph as the actual project data.
Project management software developed with Structr ensures digital sovereignty and offers effective AI support. Structr can run entirely on your own IT infrastructure and, as a German open-source core technology, guarantees data sovereignty. Unlike SaaS project management solutions, Structr runs anywhere from a local laptop to high-availability cloud clusters, without artificial pricing tiers that limit the number of users, API calls or data volume. Upcoming AI integrations will also let AI agents access the project graph directly and transactionally, minimising development and administration effort.
Project management software features
Structr's project management software offers a wide range of possible features, including overview and transparency for all project stakeholders through Neo4j graph database technology, efficient project planning, clear visual data modelling, automated project workflows, integrated digital asset management, and automatic APIs and integrations.
The following list describes typical core features of the project management software Structr develops.
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Overview and transparency for all project stakeholders through Neo4j graph database technology
Custom project management software from Structr ensures overview and transparency for everyone involved in a project. All stakeholders access one consistent, always up-to-date data basis as a single source of truth. Customisable dashboards keep project managers, team members and clients informed about project progress and responsibilities in real time.
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Efficient project planning
Structr project management software ensures efficient project and resource planning. It enables precise planning of time, budget and staff. Tasks, milestones, deadlines and resources can be defined flexibly and adjusted in an agile way when needed. Even short-notice changes can be incorporated into the system quickly, so the project stays on schedule.
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Clear visual data modelling for complex project structures
Project management software developed with Structr offers clear visual data modelling for complex project structures. In the schema editor, you define exactly the elements your project needs. Typically, you create specific data types such as projects, milestones and tasks here. You then assign properties to these data types, for example project IDs or due dates for milestones.
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Automated project workflows
Structr project management software automates project workflows, making day-to-day work more efficient. The platform lets you automate actions via the flow engine or as a script. For example, when a milestone is created in a project, a write function in the background automatically links the milestone to the correct parent project.
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Integrated digital asset management
Structr project management software comes with integrated digital asset management. With the integrated file system, project contracts, specifications or images can be logically linked to your projects or individual tasks and made searchable.
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PM software with an open API
Project management software from Structr stands out for its automatic APIs and integrations. For every data type you create, for example a project or a task, Structr instantly generates REST interfaces. Built-in CORS (Cross-Origin Resource Sharing) lets you control how external web applications and mobile apps may securely access the project data.
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All-in-one systems without tool gaps
Structr project management software is ideal wherever all-in-one systems without tool gaps are needed and project management does not happen in isolation. Instead of laboriously connecting separate products for project management, customer relationship management (CRM), ticketing and asset tracking, Structr offers a holistic solution that combines all these functions in one software stack.
Project management software use cases
Project management software from Structr supports many different use cases, including project control for complex processes, efficient task management, tailored workflow management and transparent resource planning.
The following list describes typical use cases of PM software developed with Structr.
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Project control for complex processes
Structr is an ideal instrument for project control. For projects with highly connected and deeply nested structures, Structr excels thanks to its native Neo4j graph database. Graph technology makes even multi-layered dependencies between milestones, subprojects and different stakeholders visible and manageable in real time.
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Efficient task management
Project management software from Structr is ideally suited for efficient task management. With Structr, you keep track of all task management and every to-do in the team. The system supports you in creating, assigning and prioritising tasks. Thanks to flexible views such as agile Kanban boards or classic lists, every team member knows exactly what needs to be done and by when.
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Tailored workflow management
Structr enables tailored workflow management. With Structr project management software, you automate your project-specific workflows. The software ensures a smooth flow from the first idea to the final project completion. Individually definable workflows let you automate recurring approval processes, notifications and status changes, which reduces the error rate and noticeably shortens project lead times.
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Transparent resource planning
Project management software from Structr enables transparent resource planning. A clear overview of all resources and timelines helps avoid bottlenecks and overload in your teams. Project management software developed with Structr supports you in the optimal allocation of staff, budgets and resources. Visualising availability and utilisation enables project managers to plan resources proactively and identify capacity conflicts early on.
Reviews of our project management software
Below you will find reviews of project management software we have developed for our customers.
Project management software case studies
Below we present a selection of project management software case studies from Structr.
New customer portal with 360° information for a global network service provider
Modern customer portals are about more than just a new frontend: they emerge from a clear separation of data sources, logic and visualisation, backed by graph technology, ready-made components and automated tests.
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Preserving environmental quality with Structr
How the municipality of Winterswijk uses Structr to strike a balance between nature conservation, room for further development and citizen participation.
Read the case studyBenefits of our custom project management software
The benefits of our custom project management software include increased productivity, workflows that fit 100 %, seamless integration into existing IT systems, real-time transparency through connected data, maximum scalability, a visual schema as a communication bridge and fine-grained access rights.
The particular benefits of our custom PM software are described in detail in the following list.
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Increased productivity
Professional project management software from Structr contributes to increased productivity. By consistently automating routine tasks and using workflows tailored to your team, you reduce manual effort to an absolute minimum. Thanks to high technical performance and fast loading times, project management software developed with Structr shortens search times and lets employees focus fully on their core tasks instead of dealing with technical errors.
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Workflows that fit 100 %
Project management software from Structr ensures workflows that fit 100 %. COTS (commercial off-the-shelf) project management software often forces you into rigid structures. Structr, by contrast, maps your real business processes exactly. The system supports precisely the way you work, whether you use Scrum, classic waterfall methods or hybrid models.
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Seamless integration into existing IT systems
Structr project management software enables seamless integration into existing IT systems. Thanks to Structr's open API, we can easily connect your new project management software to ERP, CRM and accounting systems.
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Real-time transparency through connected data
Project management software from Structr provides real-time transparency through connected data. Neo4j graph technology makes complex relationships between tasks, resources, budgets and milestones visible at a glance. The deep connection of data enables real-time reporting and forms a reliable foundation for all project-related work processes.
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Maximum scalability for growing success
Project management software developed with Structr allows maximum scalability for growing success. Your custom project management software grows dynamically with your business requirements. If your company keeps growing with new departments or your project structures change, the Structr system can be extended effortlessly thanks to its flexible architecture.
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Visual schema as a communication bridge
Structr project management software has a visual schema that acts as a communication bridge between departments. The visual schema editor in Structr is an ideal mediator between project experts and developers. In the schema editor, you see the entire workflow with all involved actors and relationships at a glance as a graph, similar to a flowchart.
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Fine-grained access rights and security
Project management software from Structr makes fine-grained access rights and security technically easy to implement. In project management tools, not every employee should be allowed to see all financial data or internal comments. Structr includes a strict security system that defines visibility and access rights from the top level down to the lowest. The system lets you control precisely, through user and group rules, who may read, create or edit data.
How Structr develops project management software
Developing project management software at Structr consists of a detailed consultation, prototype development, a workshop, and hosting and support.
The following list explains the entire project management software development process in 4 steps.
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Detailed consultation on developing your custom project management software
We start with a detailed consultation on developing your custom project management software. We capture your business processes, your project management methods (agile, classic or hybrid) and the specific workflows in your teams. We discuss the requirements and features the project management software should provide, for example interactive Kanban boards, Gantt charts, integrated time tracking and detailed resource planning.
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Project management software prototype development
Based on the consultation, we build a prototype of the project management software within a few days or in 1–2 weeks. The prototype visualises the user interface (UI) and the navigation structure and already contains agreed features such as creating, assigning and tracking tasks. In this step, we check together whether the prototype reflects your real project structures. We implement any requested changes as quickly as possible to ensure intuitive operation.
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Workshop on your project management software
After developing the prototype of your project management software, we hold a joint workshop. In the workshop, we explain all features of the project management software and show you how to make the best use of the system in your daily work. During the workshop, you have the opportunity to test the project management software yourself and become familiar with it.
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Hosting and ongoing support
After successful development and rollout, we offer highly available hosting and ongoing support. Our hosting enables compliance with the GDPR and other national data protection standards. In addition to hosting, we provide reliable ongoing support including continuous technical maintenance.
How much does custom project management software cost?
The price of custom project management software depends on the exact project requirements.
For prototype development, we usually offer fixed prices between EUR 5,000 and EUR 15,000.
Contact us about project management software development
Feel free to contact us any time on +49 800 / 78 78 287, send us an email or use our contact form.
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