Finally, An Open Source Alternative to Salesforce is Here
Open-source CRM solutions are emerging as strong alternatives to proprietary platforms like Salesforce. A notable entrant in this domain is Twenty, an open-source CRM startup aiming to offer a flexible and cost-effective solution for businesses of all sizes.
About Twenty
Released under the AGPL 3.0 license, Twenty draws inspiration from user-friendly platforms like Notion, emphasizing an intuitive interface and extensibility. The platform aspires to provide a powerful yet affordable CRM solution, catering to a wide range of business needs.
Funding and Vision
Co-founder and CEO Félix Malfait has articulated a vision where open-source leaders emerge across various software categories, particularly those reliant on network effects, ecosystems, and extensibility. To realize this vision, Twenty has secured $5 million in funding from investors including Y Combinator, Dharmesh Shah, Automattic, and Runa Capital.
Getting Started with Twenty
Currently in its early development phase, Twenty offers an "Early Adopter" plan for managed installations at $9 per user per month. For those interested in self-hosting or contributing to the project, the source code and documentation are available on the project's GitHub repository. A live demo is also accessible for users to explore the platform's capabilities.
The Open-Source CRM Industry
Twenty joins a growing list of open-source CRM solutions that provide alternatives to proprietary systems. Platforms like SuiteCRM and Odoo have established themselves as robust options, offering a range of features tailored to diverse business requirements.
As businesses seek more customizable and cost-effective CRM solutions, the emergence of platforms like Twenty underscores the potential of open-source software to meet these evolving needs.
