CMDBuild READY2USE
CMDBuild READY2USE: A broad, self-hosted ITAM and ITSM suite for organizations needing configurable governance workflows. Ranked #45 of 110 in IT Asset Management Software by our editors (4.6/10); pricing: Free plan; best for open-source, self-hosted ITAM and ITSM.
At a glance
- Editor score4.6 / 10
- PricingFree plan
- Best forOpen-source, self-hosted ITAM and ITSM
- Free planYes
- Paid fromFree
- Founded2015
- Facts checked22 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Covers hardware, software, services, dependencies, and asset lifecycle workflows
- Includes ITIL-oriented incident, request, change, and problem management
- Supports barcode, QR-code, self-service, reporting, and system connectors
Where it doesn't
- Self-Service requires organizational self-installation
- The Self-Service plan includes standard features rather than the full subscription set
- Mobile app, maintainer support, and connectors are tied to the Subscription plan
Our verdict on CMDBuild READY2USE
CMDBuild READY2USE is an open-source IT governance, asset-management, and service-management application for medium to large organizations. It is designed for teams that need to manage configuration items across workstations, servers, networks, software, services, and infrastructure from an organization-controlled web server. The platform also covers software licenses, installed-software correlation, contracts, dependencies, and asset operations such as receiving, assignment, transfers, replacement, and disposal. Its AGPL distribution and self-hosted deployment make it a fit for organizations that want control over their ITAM and ITSM environment.
Its strongest capability is breadth. The published feature set combines configuration-item inventory with ITIL-oriented Incident, Request Fulfilment, Change, and Problem Management workflows, plus service catalogues, SLAs, KPIs, work orders, configurable reports, dashboards, relationships, and data models. Barcode and QR-code recognition support operational inventory work, while GIS and BIM support extend the model to maps, floor plans, and 3D models. Connectors cover Active Directory, OCS Inventory, Microsoft SCCM, VMware vCenter, and Amazon AWS, giving it a broad ecosystem fit for infrastructure teams with varied systems.
The plan structure separates downloadable software from a more supported appliance option. Self-Service provides AGPL software for self-installation with standard features. Subscription adds a ready-to-use appliance, maintainer support, a mobile app, Self-Service Portal, and connectors. The portal supports incidents, requests, assigned assets, FAQs, and IT news. Organizations with the skills and preference for self-managed infrastructure should consider Self-Service; teams seeking packaged delivery, support, mobile access, and connectors should consider Subscription. It is less suitable for buyers seeking a simple, narrowly focused inventory tool with minimal workflow configuration or self-hosting responsibilities.
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CMDBuild READY2USE fact sheet
| Free plan | Yes |
|---|---|
| Paid from | Free |
| Asset limit | Not verified |
| Software license tracking | Yes |
| Contract tracking | Yes |
| Barcode scanning | Yes |
| Employee self-service | Yes |
| Deployment | Self_hosted |
| Deployment | Self-hosted |
| Platforms | Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Support | Email, Phone, Docs |
| Built for | Mid-market, Enterprise (editorial estimate) |
| Integrations | 5 integrations: Active Directory, OCS Inventory, Microsoft SCCM, VMware vCenter, Amazon AWS See all → |
| Pricing | Free plan (source) |
| Website | cmdbuildready2use.org |
| Facts checked | 22 Sep 2026 |
CMDBuild READY2USE integrations
CMDBuild READY2USE lists 5 integrations on its own site.
- Active Directory
- OCS Inventory
- Microsoft SCCM
- VMware vCenter
- Amazon AWS
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