Empowering MSPs with Open-Source Solutions
OpenMSP is the community-led platform for MSPs ready to reduce vendor costs with proven open-source alternatives. We're building better infrastructure and stronger margins together.
Our Mission
Reduce Costs
Enable cost-effective alternatives to commercial software, cut vendor dependencies, and help MSPs achieve 30-50% software cost reduction.
Make Informed Decisions
Provide transparent, community-driven vendor information, so MSPs can make informed choices and avoid vendor lock-in.
Leverage Open Source
Discover and implement cost-effective open-source solutions, backed by implementation guides and community support.
Connect with Peers
Build relationships with like-minded professionals, sharing best practices and collaborative problem-solving for mutual success.
Why OpenMSP Exist?
The Reality
MSPs spend 25-30% of revenue on vendor costs and struggle with fragmented, expensive tool stacks that limit profitability.
The Shift
Open-source alternatives have reached enterprise quality, offering MSPs viable alternatives to expensive commercial solutions.
The Platform
We've built the first comprehensive platform dedicated to MSP cost optimization through open-source alternatives and community knowledge.
- •97 vetted open-source alternatives
- •Implementation guides from real MSPs
- •Community support for every migration
- •No vendor bias, just peer knowledge
What We Offer?
The Tool Directory
Complete catalog of 155+ commercial and open-source MSP tools with transparent pricing and community reviews.
Information Technology (IT)
General IT management and infrastructure software
Network Operations Center (NOC)
Tools and software for monitoring and managing network infrastructure
Operations Overhead (Ops)
Solutions for managing operational processes and overhead
Security Operations Center (SOC)
Security monitoring, incident response, and threat management tools
The OpenMSP Community
Connect with fellow MSPs sharing cost-saving strategies, implementation guides, and real-world experiences.
24/7 Slack with MSPs who've done this
Implementation tips + live examples
No BS. No fluff. Just what works.
Learn + Grow
Education that doesn't waste your time. Just what you need to get smarter, faster.
Step-by-step playbooks with context
Tool comparisons that don't sugarcoat
Open-source onboarding support
Meet the Humans
We're builders, operators, and open-source advocates dedicated to helping MSPs reduce costs and increase efficiency through better technology choices.
Management
Serial tech entrepreneur with over 15 years of experience and deep knowledge of MSP partnerships and operations. A decade ago he founded a cybersecurity company that continues to protect and support MSPs today, sharpening his insight into the challenges service providers face.
Design
Makes complex tools simple. Ensures every interface actually helps MSPs get work done faster.
Human Resources
Our flock-keeper—scouting the brightest flamingos, welcoming them into the colony, and making sure they have everything they need to stay vibrant, collaborative, and unstoppable.
Marketing
Kristina runs content, SEO, and community at Flamingo and OpenMSP. She spent years as a correspondent for Ukraine's Public Broadcasting Company before making the jump to tech. Now she covers MSP stack decisions and strategy. You can connect with her in the OpenMSP community or on LinkedIn.
Platform
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Makes complex tools simple. Ensures every interface actually helps MSPs get work done faster.
Product Engineering
Back-end warriors, guitarists, and sambo fighters. Building the infrastructure that powers MSP success.
The AI Angels
Some things defy easy explanation: magic dust, the northern lights… and Flamingo’s AI Angels. Think Charlie’s Angels, reimagined with automation brains and serious RMM (Remote Monitoring & Management) chops. Weird? A little. Effective? Absolutely. That’s the job.
Join the OpenMSP Slack
Whether you're an established MSP, growing startup, or passionate about empowering MSPs with open-source solutions, join our community of cost-conscious professionals.
Trust and Transparency
Community-Driven Curation
Tools featured based on real MSP usage
No Vendor Partnerships
100% unbiased information and reviews
Regular Updates
Community keeps information current
Open Contribution
Anyone can suggest tools or share experiences
Quality Promise
We only feature open-source tools that pass our community standards for production readiness, active development, and available support.
Community Guidelines
Share real experiences and honest assessments
Focus on practical implementation details
Help others learn from your successes and mistakes
Keep discussions professional and constructive