Collaboration tools should bring teams closer together—not scatter their work across different, disconnected platforms. The right setup lets people share information, co-edit documents, and communicate instantly, all while keeping data under full control.
Mattermost, OnlyOffice, and Nextcloud create a private, integrated collaboration suite that’s as powerful as popular cloud services—without the lock-in.
While we try to use Odoo for everything, some dedicated office applications can offer dedicated features and moblie/desktop clients which can be convenient. Each use case is different !
Mattermost – Secure Team Messaging
Mattermost is an open-source alternative to Slack, designed for secure, self-hosted messaging and collaboration.
- Why it works: Centralizes discussions, files, and project updates in organized channels.
- Why it’s adopted: Favored by companies that need full control over their communications without giving data to third-party cloud providers.
OnlyOffice – Real-Time Document Editing
OnlyOffice provides collaborative editing for documents, spreadsheets, and presentations directly in the browser.
- Why it works: Familiar interface for anyone used to Microsoft Office or Google Docs.
- Why it’s adopted: Full compatibility with Office formats, combined with the ability to host everything privately.
Nextcloud – File Storage and Sharing
Nextcloud is a self-hosted file platform with built-in sharing, syncing, and mobile access.
- Why it works: Keeps company data centralized and accessible from anywhere.
- Why it’s adopted: Extensible with calendars, task boards, and dozens of productivity apps.
Why Use Them Together
- Mattermost handles fast, organized communication.
- OnlyOffice enables real-time document collaboration.
- Nextcloud stores and manages all files securely.
Integrated, they provide an end-to-end workspace—messaging, files, and editing—all under your own roof.
The Result
Teams communicate better, share files instantly, and work on the same document without email back-and-forth. Everything is secured, centralized, and owned by the business, not a third-party cloud provider.