The clock is ticking for Camunda 7 users. With its end-of-life fast approaching, many organizations are at a crossroads, contemplating their next move in the world of process automation. While some may consider migrating to Camunda 8 or other alternatives like CIBseven, we at uubato believe there’s a better, more sustainable path forward: Operaton. As a dedicated service provider for the Operaton project, we want to shed some light on why this open-source fork of Camunda 7 is not just a replacement, but an upgrade for your process automation needs.

The End of an Era, the Dawn of a New Opportunity

Camunda’s decision to discontinue the Community Edition of Camunda 7 left a significant void in the open-source community. For years, developers and businesses have relied on its power and flexibility to automate their processes. The end-of-life announcement meant that users would no longer receive updates, bug fixes, or security patches, forcing them to seek alternatives. This is where the story of Operaton begins. A group of passionate developers from the community came together to create a fork of Camunda 7, ensuring that open-source process automation would not only survive but thrive. Their goal was clear: to create a future-proof, community-driven platform that would carry the torch of open-source BPM. And so, Operaton was born. It’s more than just a continuation of Camunda 7; it’s a modernization effort, a cleanup of legacy code, and a commitment to a truly open and collaborative future.

Why Operaton is Your Best Bet

You might be wondering, “Why should I choose Operaton over other alternatives like CIBseven?” The answer lies in Operaton’s core principles and the progress it has already made.

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Operaton stands out as a true community-driven project, not just open-source in name, but in spirit. It is managed by a dedicated team and a growing community of contributors committed to transparency and collaboration, with all development, including integration tests, moving to public infrastructure. This open ethos fuels the project’s focus on modernization and future-proofing. The team is not afraid to make bold decisions for the sake of progress, actively removing legacy code, such as support for outdated Java and Spring Boot versions, and migrating to modern technologies like JUnit 5. This ensures Operaton is a lean, maintainable, and forward-looking platform. Crucially, these efforts are paired with a commitment to a seamless transition for users. The team guarantees API stability, meaning no breaking changes in the Java API after the first final release, making the migration from Camunda 7 a low-risk, high-reward proposition.

Progress and What’s to Come

The Operaton project has demonstrated remarkable progress in a very short amount of time, proving its viability and momentum. The team has already pushed several beta versions, including the latest Beta-4, which is readily available in multiple distributions and as Docker images on DockerHub. This rapid development is backed by an impressive quality assurance effort, with over 25,000 test cases running daily to ensure the platform’s stability and reliability. In parallel, a significant refactoring initiative is underway, with hundreds of pull requests processed to modernize the codebase and resolve numerous issues. This hard work has already translated into tangible benefits for users, with the latest releases including enhancements to the Comment API, improved error logging, and a multitude of other fixes and improvements. The road ahead is clearly defined, with the team focused on finalizing the public migration of all tests and delivering the first stable, community-verified release.

The Future is Open, the Future is Operaton

The end of Camunda 7 Community Edition is not a dead end; it’s an opportunity to embrace a more modern, community-driven, and sustainable future for your process automation needs. With Operaton, you can not only protect your existing investment in BPM but also position your organization for long-term success. At uubato, we are proud to support the Operaton project and provide the expertise and services you need to make a seamless transition. If you’re ready to embrace the future of open-source process automation, we’re here to help.

Ready to learn more? Visit the Operaton website to explore the project, check out the latest releases, and join the growing community. And if you need support, development, or consulting services for your Operaton implementation, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us.