Case study of Murrelektronik: Streamlining complex project management with Easy Redmine

7 years of success with Easy Redmine

For the past 7 years, Murrelektronik has been achieving success in leading these complex projects using Easy Redmine. This adaptive project management software, deployed as an on-premises solution, has enabled them to consolidate siloed tools, integrate workflows efficiently, and manage resources across their global operations.

By leveraging the platform’s capabilities, such as advanced resource management, real-time reporting, and hybrid project management, Murrelektronik ensures continuity and alignment across all teams and stakeholders, consistently meeting their strategic goals.

Why Murrelektronik needed a unified project management software

Murrelektronik faced challenges in managing complex projects across multiple teams and locations. Their previous project management tools were fragmented, making it difficult to track tasks, allocate resources efficiently, and maintain clear communication between departments.

Siloed workflows and a lack of real-time visibility into project progress led to inefficiencies, delays, and difficulties in strategic decision-making. As the company expanded, it became clear that a more robust and integrated solution was needed to support its growing operations.

Before switching to Easy Redmine

Murrelektronik used to rely on traditional project management tools that struggled to keep up with the increasing complexity of their global operations.

Managing multiple projects across international teams, they faced challenges with:

1. Lack of flexibility: Their tools were unable to seamlessly integrate both Agile and Waterfall methodologies, making it difficult to manage hardware and software projects simultaneously.
2. Limited resource optimisation: They experienced inefficiencies in allocating resources across projects, often leading to over-allocation or under-utilisation of team members.
3. Poor project visibility: Tracking progress and maintaining clear communication between teams in different locations was a significant challenge, leading to delays and a lack of real-time insights.

Why Easy Redmine?

The decision to switch to Easy Redmine was driven by the need to effectively manage complex government projects involving around 400 users. This project management platform provided the detailed management capabilities required, proving to be a comprehensive solution for their needs.

Custom dashboard in Easy Redmine software

Solution: Murrelektronik implemented Easy Redmine on-premises

To tackle these challenges, Murrelektronik implemented Easy Redmine’s project management software, creating a unified space for managing workflows. This allowed seamless coordination across projects and departments, ensuring that all teams remained aligned and productive.

Key features that transformed their workflow:

• Project and work management: Easy Redmine enabled Murrelektronik to efficiently manage projects with a structured and systematic approach. The tool provided seamless coordination, optimized workflows, and enhanced team collaboration while maintaining clarity and control over project progress.
• Resource planning: With Easy Redmine’s resource management tools, they could easily allocate resources across global teams, ensuring optimal use of personnel and avoiding over-allocation.
• Project transparency: Dashboards and reporting tools enabled real-time visibility into project status, performance metrics, and potential risks.

 On-premises (server) or cloud?

To ensure full control over data security and system performance, Murrelektronik opted for an on-premises solution. This choice allowed them to maintain data sovereignty, comply with internal security policies, and customise the platform according to their specific needs.

Hosting Easy Redmine on their own infrastructure (on-premises) provided them with greater flexibility, enhanced data protection, and seamless integration with existing IT systems.

The most used features

• Project management for project planning and task management.
• Gantt Chart: Visual project timelines for strategic planning and tracking.
• HelpDesk: Efficient management of internal and external support requests.
• Knowledge Base: Centralised information hub for streamlined collaboration and information sharing.

Boosting efficiency and collaboration with Easy Redmine

By integrating Easy Redmine into its operations, Murrelektronik achieved significant improvements in managing complex, cross-departmental projects. The ability to tailor workflows to specific project needs while maximising resource efficiency and maintaining project transparency.

Additionally, Murrelektronik leveraged Easy Redmine’s IT Service Management (ITSM) tools, including the HelpDesk and Knowledge Base, to streamline internal support processes and improve knowledge sharing across teams.

The HelpDesk enabled efficient handling of support tickets, ensuring quick resolutions and minimising downtime, while the Knowledge Base provided a centralised hub for storing and sharing critical information, fostering collaboration and reducing repeated inquiries.

Easy Redmine has empowered Murrelektronik to manage large-scale, international projects with greater control, agility, and precision—ensuring timely delivery, enhancing internal support workflows, and driving continued innovation in industrial automation.