OpenFn

OpenFn

Open-source data integration & workflow automation

Overview

OpenFn provides an open-source data integration and workflow automation platform for governments, NGOs, and other social-impact groups. It uses a visual, low-code workflow builder with 80+ pre-built connectors to link multiple apps and automate processes, and can run on client servers or as a hosted SaaS with auditing and an AI assistant to help build workflows. It differentiates itself by being open-source and focused on Digital Public Infrastructure, reducing vendor lock-in and supporting interoperability across public health and humanitarian systems. Its goal is to enable interoperable, scalable data workflows that improve program outcomes and reduce data silos in the social sector.

About OpenFn

Simplify's Rating
Why OpenFn is rated
B-
Rated B on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Data & Analytics

Government & Public Sector

Enterprise Software

Social Impact

Company Size

11-50

Company Stage

Grant

Total Funding

$1.2M

Headquarters

United Kingdom

Founded

2014

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What believers are saying

  • OpenFn and Palladium announced a strategic partnership on 2026-02-02.
  • OpenFn joined DHIS2's first Technology Partnership cohort in July 2026.
  • OpenFn launched sandboxes, AI Assistant upgrades, and new adaptors in 2026.

What critics are saying

  • OpenFn's open-source portability weakens SaaS lock-in and lowers switching costs.
  • Government sales depend on slow procurement cycles and ministry implementation capacity.
  • If DHIS2, OpenHIE, or Anthropic-native tools absorb integrations, OpenFn becomes replaceable.

What makes OpenFn unique

  • OpenFn is a Digital Public Good, built for sovereign government deployments.
  • OpenFn v2 is fully open source, self-hostable, and portable across environments.
  • OpenFn ships prebuilt DHIS2, KoboToolbox, and FHIR templates for public-sector workflows.

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Funding

Total Funding

$1.2M

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Industry Average

Funded Over

2 Rounds

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Benefits

Flexible Work Hours

Remote Work Options

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

-6%

2 year growth

-9%
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