Planforge Unveils Next-Generation Project and Resource Management for Atlassian Jira

Version 26 introduces multi-project Jira integration, enhanced resource management, and deeper Microsoft Teams connectivity.

Graz, Austria - January 8, 2026. Planforge today announced version 26 of its enterprise project work management platform. The new version redefines how organizations connect agile work in Atlassian Jira with strategic planning and resource management in Planforge.

Integrated Jira Management for Multiple Projects
At the core of this release is the next-generation Jira Connector Option (JCO) that delivers increased flexibility. Teams can now connect multiple Jira projects to a single Planforge project. This ensures that progress, capacity, and priorities remain aligned across large programs and interdisciplinary initiatives. A new filter-based configuration allows granular control over what information syncs between the two systems, simplifying complex integration scenarios.

"Planforge was among the first project and portfolio management solutions to offer a fully bidirectional integration with Jira - an integration now used successfully by organizations of all sizes," said Gerald Aquila, founder and CEO of Planforge. "With version 26, we are taking that integration to an entirely new level - empowering enterprise teams to orchestrate work across systems, disciplines, and geographies with complete transparency."

Learn more about the Jira Connector Option (JCO): https://www.planforge.io/en/integrations/jira-project-management.

Structured Resource Management for Hybrid Teams
Planforge further strengthens one of its core differentiators - enterprise-grade resource management - with a series of updates across planning, tracking and controlling.

- Dynamic personnel cost types - define and assign specific cost types to resources for more transparent project cost tracking
- Project-level allocation view - monitor workload in real time for each project
- Improved Single Sign-On (SSO) auto-assignment - faster onboarding for new users

These updates help bridge the gap between agile execution in Jira and structured resource planning in Planforge.

Improved Integration with Microsoft Teams and SharePoint
The enhanced Teams Connector Option (TCO) extends collaboration beyond project boundaries. Version 26 now supports:

- Absence synchronization - automatically sync Microsoft Teams calendar absences with Planforge unavailabilities
- Direct SharePoint access - open and manage SharePoint files directly from Planforge's Documents area

Together, these features ensure that project data, resources, and communication stay aligned between Planforge and Microsoft 365.

Platform Improvements
Additional changes in version 26 include:

- New workflows for budget and baseline change management
- Full SSO support for Planforge Cloud
- Several usability and performance improvements

Availability
Version 26, including the enhanced Jira Connector Option (JCO) and Teams Connector Option (TCO), is available now. Teams can get started with Planforge Cloud free of charge at www.planforge.io/en/free-version. To test Jira and Microsoft Teams connectivity in Planforge Cloud, contact the sales team at info@planforge.io.

Contact
Planforge GmbH
Dietrich-Keller-Strasse 24/6
8074 Raaba/Graz, Österreich
Kerstin Gaar
press@planforge.io
www.planforge.io

About
Planforge is a leading provider of project work management software. By integrating cross-functional processes from Jira and enterprise agile planning (SAFe) to resource management, the web-based solution closes the gaps between information silos. Planforge empowers your organization to adapt to changing environments faster, turn strategy into action, and make better value-based decisions.

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