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OpenKM

Enterprise document management and knowledge repository with workflow automation.

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LicenseGPL-2.0
GitHub stars650
Last commit1 weeks ago
Tags5 topics
Metadata Capture EngineDocument Workflow RulesDigital Signature StampsProductivityEnterprise Edms Platform
Overview

Why consider OpenKM?

OpenKM is an open-source electronic document management platform (EDMS). It provides automated metadata capture, digital document signature stamps, role-based security access controls, and RESTful integration APIs.

Guided learning

Learn OpenKM by building

Practical setup notes, real use cases, and copy-ready examples in one focused guide.

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Overview of OpenKM

OpenKM organizes corporate files and records with automated workflow routing and audit logs.

Quickstart

bash
1git clone https://github.com/openkm/openkm.git
2cd openkm
3mvn clean install
4# Deploy war to Apache Tomcat

Access the OpenKM portal on port 8080 to configure document taxonomy rules and user groups.

OpenKM is licensed under the GNU General Public License v2.0.

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OpenKM FAQs

OpenKM is listed as a Productivity tool on TiloBox. Review the overview, features, and official documentation on this page to decide whether it solves your specific workflow.

Start with the project's GitHub repository and official website for supported installation and deployment instructions. Test the setup with representative data or a small project before rolling it out more widely.

OpenKM is listed under the GPL-2.0 license. Read the complete license text and the project's notices before using, modifying, or distributing the software.

Production readiness depends on your requirements. Review maintenance activity, security practices, documentation, backup and upgrade procedures, and compatibility with your stack; then validate it in a non-production environment.

OpenKM is listed as an alternative to Alfresco. Compare the core workflow, deployment model, integrations, and licensing against your must-have requirements before switching.