{"id":26757,"date":"2020-12-11T13:28:37","date_gmt":"2020-12-11T13:28:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/?post_type=monday_reviews&#038;p=26757"},"modified":"2026-06-21T04:33:49","modified_gmt":"2026-06-21T09:33:49","slug":"jira-for-project-management","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/project-management\/jira-for-project-management\/","title":{"rendered":"Jira project management explained for teams of all sizes"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"text-block\" id=\"text-block-1\">\n<p data-start=\"156\" data-end=\"528\">Choosing a project management platform often starts with one familiar name: Jira. It\u2019s widely used in <a href=\"https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/rnd\/project-management-for-software-development\/\">software development<\/a>, where teams depend on its issue tracking, sprint planning, and backlog management tools. That technical strength is what makes Jira so appealing \u2014 but it also raises a question many businesses run into: does it work just as well for every team?<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"530\" data-end=\"799\">Jira can support structured workflows, <a href=\"https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/rnd\/agile-project-management\/\">Agile practices<\/a>, and complex product lifecycles. For developers, that\u2019s a perfect fit. For marketing, operations, HR, or any team that isn\u2019t working in epics and sprints, the experience can feel less intuitive and harder to adopt.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"801\" data-end=\"1163\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Understanding how Jira is designed \u2014 and where it starts to feel limiting \u2014 helps you decide whether it can support your organization\u2019s broader project needs. This handy guide breaks down how Jira works, the challenges teams encounter outside of engineering, and what alternatives offer when you need a platform that\u2019s easier to use across the entire business.<\/p>\n<h2>Key takeaways<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"80\" data-end=\"253\">\n<p data-start=\"82\" data-end=\"253\"><strong data-start=\"82\" data-end=\"125\">Jira is built for software development:<\/strong> its structure, terminology, and workflows are optimized for engineering teams rather than business-wide project coordination.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"254\" data-end=\"399\">\n<p data-start=\"256\" data-end=\"399\"><strong data-start=\"256\" data-end=\"302\">Non-technical teams face adoption hurdles:<\/strong> complex settings, jargon, and rigid workflows can make everyday project work harder to manage.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"400\" data-end=\"549\">\n<p data-start=\"402\" data-end=\"549\"><strong data-start=\"402\" data-end=\"449\">High-level visibility requires extra setup:<\/strong> reporting and dashboards often need configuration or add-ons to deliver clear executive insights.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"550\" data-end=\"671\">\n<p data-start=\"552\" data-end=\"671\"><strong data-start=\"552\" data-end=\"587\">Resource management is limited:<\/strong> workload tracking and capacity planning typically rely on third-party extensions.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"672\" data-end=\"851\" data-is-last-node=\"\">\n<p data-start=\"674\" data-end=\"851\" data-is-last-node=\"\"><strong data-start=\"674\" data-end=\"721\">monday.com supports every team:<\/strong> its flexible structure, visual boards, and built-in dashboards make it easier to manage cross-departmental projects in one place.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><a class=\"cta-button blue-button\" aria-label=\"Try monday.com\" href=\"https:\/\/auth.monday.com\/users\/sign_up_new\" target=\"_blank\">Try monday.com<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"text-block\" id=\"text-block-2\">\n<h2 class=\"h2 text-block__title\">What is Jira project management?<\/h2>\n<p>Jira Project Management, also known as Jira Software, is one of the three core products from Atlassian, alongside Jira Service Management and Jira Work Management (formerly Jira Core). It was designed with the specific needs of software development teams in mind, offering advanced features for issue monitoring and bug tracking.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"171\" data-end=\"576\">Jira project management refers to using Jira Software \u2014 Atlassian\u2019s flagship tool \u2014 to plan, track, and deliver work. It was originally built for software development teams, giving engineers a structured way to manage issues, bugs, releases, and sprint cycles. Over time, Atlassian expanded Jira with templates and add-ons aimed at broader project use, but its core still reflects its technical roots.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"578\" data-end=\"932\">At its simplest, Jira acts as <a href=\"https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/project-management\/project-management-software\/\">project management software<\/a> that organizes work into issues, epics, and sprints. Teams create items for tasks or bugs, prioritize them, and move them through a defined workflow. The platform includes agile boards, backlog management, dependency linking, and reporting features designed around Scrum and Kanban practices.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"934\" data-end=\"1375\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">This specialization makes Jira a strong choice for development teams who need precision, audit trails, and tight control over iterative work. However, its structure can feel rigid for departments that rely on more flexible planning styles or need simpler ways to visualize progress. Understanding how Jira\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/rnd\/agile-project-management\/\">Agile framework<\/a> shapes its capabilities helps you determine whether it\u2019s the right fit for your organization\u2019s broader project needs.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"text-block\" id=\"text-block-3\">\n<h2 class=\"h2 text-block__title\">How to set up a project in Jira <\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"186\" data-end=\"487\">Getting started with a Jira project involves choosing the right framework and shaping your workflow around <a href=\"https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/project-management\/introduction-to-agile\/\">Agile methodology<\/a>. While the setup is straightforward for technical teams, it can feel a little unfamiliar if you haven\u2019t worked with sprints, backlogs, or issue types before.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"186\" data-end=\"487\">Here\u2019s how the process works in four easy-to-follow steps:<\/p>\n<ol data-start=\"489\" data-end=\"1918\">\n<li data-start=\"489\" data-end=\"816\">\n<p data-start=\"492\" data-end=\"816\"><strong data-start=\"492\" data-end=\"515\">Create your project<\/strong><br data-start=\"515\" data-end=\"518\" \/>When you create a new project, Jira asks you to select a template. Most templates are built around agile methods, such as Scrum or Kanban, and come with predefined workflows. Once you choose one, you\u2019ll name your project and assign a project key \u2014 a short identifier that appears on every issue.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"818\" data-end=\"1182\">\n<p data-start=\"821\" data-end=\"1182\"><strong data-start=\"821\" data-end=\"842\">Set up your board<\/strong><br data-start=\"842\" data-end=\"845\" \/>Your board is the visual center of your project. Scrum boards help teams organize a backlog and plan work in dedicated sprint cycles. Kanban boards offer a continuous flow, letting you track items as they move from \u201cTo do\u201d to \u201cDone.\u201d You can customize columns, add swimlanes, and define the stages that best match how your team works.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1184\" data-end=\"1557\">\n<p data-start=\"1187\" data-end=\"1557\"><strong data-start=\"1187\" data-end=\"1215\">Create and manage issues<\/strong><br data-start=\"1215\" data-end=\"1218\" \/>Every work item in Jira is called an issue. You\u2019ll create issues for tasks, bugs, or requests, assign them to team members, set priorities, and add details like story points or due dates. Issues can be linked to show dependencies, grouped into epics for larger initiatives, or added to sprints or the backlog depending on your workflow.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1559\" data-end=\"1918\">\n<p data-start=\"1562\" data-end=\"1918\"><strong data-start=\"1562\" data-end=\"1590\">Use roadmaps and reports<\/strong><br data-start=\"1590\" data-end=\"1593\" \/>Roadmaps help you plan long-term work by visualizing epics and timelines. Reports offer insights into team performance \u2014 from sprint velocity to cycle time \u2014 so you can make adjustments as work progresses. These tools are especially helpful for teams using agile frameworks and looking to evaluate their process over time.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n<img width=\"1024\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/jira-software-for-project-management-1024x658.png\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"screenshot of jira software for project management\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/jira-software-for-project-management-1024x658.png 1024w, https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/jira-software-for-project-management-300x193.png 300w, https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/jira-software-for-project-management-768x493.png 768w, https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/jira-software-for-project-management.png 1300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"text-block\" id=\"text-block-4\">\n<h2 class=\"h2 text-block__title\">Where teams struggle when using Jira across the company<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"177\" data-end=\"522\">Jira shines in software development environments, but things get trickier when you try to roll it out across an entire organization. Many teams find that the structure, language, and workflows that make sense for engineers don\u2019t always translate well to marketing, HR, operations, or <a href=\"https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/rnd\/technical-leadership\/\">leadership<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"177\" data-end=\"522\">We&#8217;ve listed some of biggest challenges most businesses run into below:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"524\" data-end=\"1786\">\n<li data-start=\"524\" data-end=\"779\">\n<p data-start=\"526\" data-end=\"779\"><strong data-start=\"526\" data-end=\"564\">Complex terminology and interface:<\/strong> Jira uses concepts like epics, <a href=\"https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/rnd\/scrum-sprint\/\">sprints<\/a>, story points, and issue types. These make perfect sense to technical teams but can feel like a new language to departments that just need a simple way to plan and track work.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"781\" data-end=\"1033\">\n<p data-start=\"783\" data-end=\"1033\"><strong data-start=\"783\" data-end=\"816\">Limited high-level reporting:<\/strong> Jira\u2019s reports focus heavily on Agile metrics. If your executives want clear summaries of project health, timelines, budgets, or cross-team progress, you often need to build custom dashboards or rely on paid add-ons.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1035\" data-end=\"1274\">\n<p data-start=\"1037\" data-end=\"1274\"><strong data-start=\"1037\" data-end=\"1077\">Weak resource and capacity planning:<\/strong> out of the box, Jira doesn\u2019t provide a straightforward way to see workload distribution or who has bandwidth. Teams frequently turn to marketplace apps to fill the gap, adding cost and complexity.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1276\" data-end=\"1535\">\n<p data-start=\"1278\" data-end=\"1535\"><strong data-start=\"1278\" data-end=\"1323\">Different teams need different workflows:<\/strong> while developers work comfortably in sprints, other departments often don\u2019t. Non-technical teams may find Jira\u2019s structure too rigid, which leads to low adoption or parallel tools popping up across the business.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1537\" data-end=\"1786\">\n<p data-start=\"1539\" data-end=\"1786\"><strong data-start=\"1539\" data-end=\"1576\">Customization requires expertise:<\/strong> trying to tailor Jira for marketing campaigns, hiring pipelines, or operational projects often demands an administrator who understands workflows, schemes, and configurations \u2014 something many teams don\u2019t have.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><a class=\"cta-button blue-button\" aria-label=\"Try monday.com\" href=\"https:\/\/auth.monday.com\/users\/sign_up_new\" target=\"_blank\">Try monday.com<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n\n<img width=\"1024\" height=\"359\" src=\"https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/jira-software-for-invoice-tracking-1024x359.png\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"screenshot of jira software for invoice tracking\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/jira-software-for-invoice-tracking-1024x359.png 1024w, https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/jira-software-for-invoice-tracking-300x105.png 300w, https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/jira-software-for-invoice-tracking-768x269.png 768w, https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/jira-software-for-invoice-tracking-1536x538.png 1536w, https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/jira-software-for-invoice-tracking.png 1702w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"206\" data-end=\"250\">How Jira integrates with your tool stack<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"252\" data-end=\"541\">Jira can connect to a wide range of systems, but the experience varies depending on who\u2019s using the platform. Technical teams often get what they need immediately, while business teams usually rely on extra plugins or manual setup.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"543\" data-end=\"588\">Integrations that fit Jira\u2019s strengths<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"589\" data-end=\"681\">These are the areas where Jira\u2019s native connections feel smooth and aligned with its design:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"683\" data-end=\"1296\">\n<li data-start=\"683\" data-end=\"855\">\n<p data-start=\"685\" data-end=\"855\"><strong data-start=\"685\" data-end=\"704\">Code alignment:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/monday.com\/integrations\/github\">integrations with GitHub<\/a>, GitLab, and Bitbucket sync commits, branches, and pull requests directly to issues, keeping development work in one place.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"856\" data-end=\"1024\">\n<p data-start=\"858\" data-end=\"1024\"><strong data-start=\"858\" data-end=\"879\">Build visibility:<\/strong> connections to tools like Jenkins or CircleCI surface build and deployment status inside Jira, helping engineering teams track release health.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1025\" data-end=\"1152\">\n<p data-start=\"1027\" data-end=\"1152\"><strong data-start=\"1027\" data-end=\"1047\">Testing support:<\/strong> QA tools such as Zephyr or TestRail plug in with minimal effort and map naturally to Jira issue types.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1153\" data-end=\"1296\">\n<p data-start=\"1155\" data-end=\"1296\"><strong data-start=\"1155\" data-end=\"1187\">Atlassian ecosystem synergy:<\/strong> pairing Jira with Confluence, Bitbucket, and Opsgenie creates a unified environment for <a href=\"https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/productivity\/workflow\/\">technical workflows<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Learn more<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/rnd\/jira-alternatives-for-personal-use\/\">Jira for personal use<\/a><\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"1298\" data-end=\"1338\">Integrations that create friction<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"1339\" data-end=\"1440\">When non-technical teams join the platform, the integration landscape often becomes more complicated.<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1442\" data-end=\"2248\">\n<li data-start=\"1442\" data-end=\"1618\">\n<p data-start=\"1444\" data-end=\"1618\"><strong data-start=\"1444\" data-end=\"1467\">Business tool gaps:<\/strong> many everyday tools used by marketing, HR, finance, and operations don\u2019t have strong native integrations and rely on third-party connectors instead.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1619\" data-end=\"1784\">\n<p data-start=\"1621\" data-end=\"1784\"><strong data-start=\"1621\" data-end=\"1648\">Marketplace dependence:<\/strong> core needs like time tracking, advanced reporting, CRM syncing, or spreadsheet automation usually require Atlassian Marketplace apps.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1785\" data-end=\"1922\">\n<p data-start=\"1787\" data-end=\"1922\"><strong data-start=\"1787\" data-end=\"1802\">Added cost:<\/strong> plugins often come with separate subscription fees that scale with team size, increasing the total cost of ownership.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1923\" data-end=\"2073\">\n<p data-start=\"1925\" data-end=\"2073\"><strong data-start=\"1925\" data-end=\"1954\">Inconsistent reliability:<\/strong> third-party apps vary in quality, update frequency, and long-term support, which can introduce maintenance overhead.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2074\" data-end=\"2248\">\n<p data-start=\"2076\" data-end=\"2248\"><strong data-start=\"2076\" data-end=\"2098\">Higher admin load:<\/strong> managing dozens of plugins \u2014 each with its own permissions, updates, and compatibility considerations \u2014 becomes an ongoing responsibility for admins.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"text-block\" id=\"text-block-5\">\n<h2 class=\"h2 text-block__title\">Jira vs monday.com: which platform supports your whole team?<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"318\" data-end=\"729\">Choosing a platform often comes down to one question: do you need a tool built for engineering, or a system that every team can use comfortably?<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"318\" data-end=\"729\">Jira is purpose-built for software development, which is why developers rely on it. On the other hand, monday.com is designed for cross-functional collaboration, giving all departments a shared space to plan, track, and deliver work without needing technical expertise.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"731\" data-end=\"790\">Here\u2019s how the two platforms compare where it matters most:<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"792\" data-end=\"825\">Ease of use and onboarding<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"826\" data-end=\"957\">Teams ramp up quickly on monday.com because the interface is visual, flexible, and built for non-technical workflows.<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"958\" data-end=\"1241\">\n<li data-start=\"958\" data-end=\"1058\">\n<p data-start=\"960\" data-end=\"1058\"><strong data-start=\"960\" data-end=\"977\">Simple setup:<\/strong> boards, views, and all types of dashboards like <a href=\"https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/crm-and-sales\/sales-dashboard-templates\/\">sales dashboards<\/a> can be created in minutes without admin support.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1059\" data-end=\"1150\">\n<p data-start=\"1061\" data-end=\"1150\"><strong data-start=\"1061\" data-end=\"1083\">Clear terminology:<\/strong> items, groups, and statuses are easy for any team to understand.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1151\" data-end=\"1241\">\n<p data-start=\"1153\" data-end=\"1241\"><strong data-start=\"1153\" data-end=\"1173\">Faster adoption:<\/strong> marketing, HR, finance, and operations teams get value immediately.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1243\" data-end=\"1388\">Jira requires a steeper learning curve, with agile terminology and configuration steps that make onboarding slower for teams outside engineering.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"1390\" data-end=\"1417\">Workflow flexibility<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"1418\" data-end=\"1510\">monday.com adapts to the way each department works \u2014 not the other way around.<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1511\" data-end=\"1886\">\n<li data-start=\"1511\" data-end=\"1649\">\n<p data-start=\"1513\" data-end=\"1649\"><strong data-start=\"1513\" data-end=\"1538\">Multiple work styles:<\/strong> supports Agile, <a href=\"https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/project-management\/waterfall-methodology\/\">Waterfall<\/a>, project portfolios, campaign planning, operations tracking, and custom processes.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1650\" data-end=\"1755\">\n<p data-start=\"1652\" data-end=\"1755\"><strong data-start=\"1652\" data-end=\"1677\">Over 30 column types:<\/strong> capture any kind of work detail, from timelines to dependencies to budgets.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1756\" data-end=\"1886\">\n<p data-start=\"1758\" data-end=\"1886\"><strong data-start=\"1758\" data-end=\"1781\">Customizable views:<\/strong> choose Timeline View, Gantt, Kanban, Calendar, Workload, or Dashboards depending on how your team plans.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1888\" data-end=\"2028\">Jira is excellent for structured development cycles but can feel rigid for departments that need more fluid planning or non-agile workflows.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"2030\" data-end=\"2061\">Reporting and visibility<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"2062\" data-end=\"2130\">monday.com offers unified visibility across all teams.<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2131\" data-end=\"2425\">\n<li data-start=\"2131\" data-end=\"2253\">\n<p data-start=\"2133\" data-end=\"2253\"><strong data-start=\"2133\" data-end=\"2158\">Real-time dashboards:<\/strong> combine data from multiple boards to show project health, timelines, budgets, and workloads.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2254\" data-end=\"2330\">\n<p data-start=\"2256\" data-end=\"2330\"><strong data-start=\"2256\" data-end=\"2274\">Workload View:<\/strong> helps teams monitor capacity and balance assignments.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2331\" data-end=\"2425\">\n<p data-start=\"2333\" data-end=\"2425\"><strong data-start=\"2333\" data-end=\"2366\">Executive-friendly reporting:<\/strong> simple, visual summaries without configuration or plugins.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2427\" data-end=\"2554\">Jira\u2019s reporting is strong for sprint metrics but limited for high-level, cross-team insights unless you add marketplace tools.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"2556\" data-end=\"2590\">Automation and integrations<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"2591\" data-end=\"2701\">monday.com includes no-code automation features that help teams move work forward automatically.<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2702\" data-end=\"3012\">\n<li data-start=\"2702\" data-end=\"2798\">\n<p data-start=\"2704\" data-end=\"2798\"><strong data-start=\"2704\" data-end=\"2729\">Prebuilt automations:<\/strong> status updates, reminders, approvals, item creation, and handoffs.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2799\" data-end=\"2936\">\n<p data-start=\"2801\" data-end=\"2936\"><strong data-start=\"2801\" data-end=\"2825\">Native integrations:<\/strong> tools like Google Workspace, Excel, <a href=\"https:\/\/monday.com\/integrations\/slack\">Slack<\/a>, Microsoft Teams, HubSpot, and more connect without extra plugins.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2937\" data-end=\"3012\">\n<p data-start=\"2939\" data-end=\"3012\"><strong data-start=\"2939\" data-end=\"2966\">Cross-board automation:<\/strong> automate entire workflows across departments.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"3014\" data-end=\"3142\">Jira offers powerful automation for engineering tasks but depends heavily on add-ons for business tools and team-wide processes.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"3144\" data-end=\"3175\">Cross-team collaboration<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"3176\" data-end=\"3297\">monday.com gives every team a consistent workspace to coordinate projects, share updates, and stay aligned.<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3298\" data-end=\"3605\">\n<li data-start=\"3298\" data-end=\"3378\">\n<p data-start=\"3300\" data-end=\"3378\"><strong data-start=\"3300\" data-end=\"3333\">Shared boards and dashboards:<\/strong> centralize goals, progress, and ownership.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3379\" data-end=\"3466\">\n<p data-start=\"3381\" data-end=\"3466\"><strong data-start=\"3381\" data-end=\"3410\">Updates and file sharing:<\/strong> keep context in one place without long email threads.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3467\" data-end=\"3605\">\n<p data-start=\"3469\" data-end=\"3605\"><strong data-start=\"3469\" data-end=\"3502\">Multiple teams, one platform:<\/strong> engineering can stay in Jira while other departments work on monday \u2014 and the two tools can integrate.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"3607\" data-end=\"3754\">Jira works well for engineering collaboration but isn\u2019t always a comfortable home for non-technical teams, which often leads to tool fragmentation.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3607\" data-end=\"3754\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><a class=\"cta-button blue-button\" aria-label=\"Try monday.com\" href=\"https:\/\/auth.monday.com\/users\/sign_up_new\" target=\"_blank\">Try monday.com<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n\n<img width=\"1024\" height=\"628\" src=\"https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/image2-19-1024x628.png\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/image2-19-1024x628.png 1024w, https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/image2-19-300x184.png 300w, https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/image2-19-768x471.png 768w, https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/image2-19-1536x941.png 1536w, https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/image2-19.png 1999w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"text-block\" id=\"text-block-6\">\n<h2 class=\"h2 text-block__title\">Jira pricing vs monday.com<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"192\" data-end=\"595\">When choosing a platform, pricing is one of the first things teams evaluate. It\u2019s not just about the monthly cost \u2014 it\u2019s about what\u2019s included, what requires add-ons, and how the price changes as more departments start using the solution.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"192\" data-end=\"595\">Jira pricing is shaped around development-focused features, while monday.com is built to support a broader range of teams without relying heavily on extras.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"597\" data-end=\"684\"><strong data-start=\"597\" data-end=\"613\">Jira pricing<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"597\" data-end=\"684\">Jira offers tiered plans that expand as your technical needs grow.<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"685\" data-end=\"1378\">\n<li data-start=\"685\" data-end=\"814\">\n<p data-start=\"687\" data-end=\"814\"><strong data-start=\"687\" data-end=\"701\">Free plan:<\/strong> available for up to ten people, mainly suited for small engineering teams getting started with agile workflows.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"815\" data-end=\"931\">\n<p data-start=\"817\" data-end=\"931\"><strong data-start=\"817\" data-end=\"835\">Standard tier:<\/strong> increases user limits and storage, offering the essentials for software development projects.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"932\" data-end=\"1060\">\n<p data-start=\"934\" data-end=\"1060\"><strong data-start=\"934\" data-end=\"951\">Premium tier:<\/strong> adds more advanced admin controls, automation limits, and project archiving for growing engineering teams.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1061\" data-end=\"1187\">\n<p data-start=\"1063\" data-end=\"1187\"><strong data-start=\"1063\" data-end=\"1083\">Enterprise tier:<\/strong> designed for large organizations that need centralized governance and security across multiple sites.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1188\" data-end=\"1378\">\n<p data-start=\"1190\" data-end=\"1378\"><strong data-start=\"1190\" data-end=\"1211\">Additional costs:<\/strong> many teams rely on marketplace apps for time tracking, resource management, reporting, or business integrations, which can raise the total cost as the company scales.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"1380\" data-end=\"1489\"><strong data-start=\"1380\" data-end=\"1414\">monday.com pricing<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"1380\" data-end=\"1489\">Plans are built to support cross-functional work right out of the box.<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1490\" data-end=\"2190\">\n<li data-start=\"1490\" data-end=\"1608\">\n<p data-start=\"1492\" data-end=\"1608\"><strong data-start=\"1492\" data-end=\"1507\">Basic plan:<\/strong> includes unlimited boards, unlimited viewers, and a simple structure for organizing <a href=\"https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/project-management\/collaborative-project-management\/\">team projects<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1609\" data-end=\"1749\">\n<p data-start=\"1611\" data-end=\"1749\"><strong data-start=\"1611\" data-end=\"1629\">Standard plan:<\/strong> unlocks Timeline View, Calendar View, automations, integrations, and collaboration features most teams rely on daily.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1750\" data-end=\"1859\">\n<p data-start=\"1752\" data-end=\"1859\"><strong data-start=\"1752\" data-end=\"1765\">Pro plan:<\/strong> adds advanced dashboards, private boards, time tracking, and deeper workflow customization.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1860\" data-end=\"1989\">\n<p data-start=\"1862\" data-end=\"1989\"><strong data-start=\"1862\" data-end=\"1882\">Enterprise plan:<\/strong> offers multi-level permissions, enterprise reporting, and scalable automations for larger organizations.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1990\" data-end=\"2190\">\n<p data-start=\"1992\" data-end=\"2190\"><strong data-start=\"1992\" data-end=\"2011\">Built-in value:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/project-management\/everything-you-want-to-know-about-gantt-charts\/\">features like Gantt charts<\/a>, dashboards, native integrations, and cross-board workflows are included without needing extra add-ons, which keeps long-term pricing more predictable.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2192\" data-end=\"2472\">For small engineering teams, Jira\u2019s entry point can be appealing. However, for companies that want one platform for project planning, collaboration, reporting, and operational workflows across departments, monday.com often becomes more cost-effective as the organization grows.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><a class=\"cta-button blue-button\" aria-label=\"Try monday.com\" href=\"https:\/\/auth.monday.com\/users\/sign_up_new\" target=\"_blank\">Try monday.com<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"text-block\" id=\"text-block-7\">\n<h2 class=\"h2 text-block__title\">Best Jira alternatives: try monday.com today<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"220\" data-end=\"582\">If you\u2019re looking for a platform that supports every team \u2014 not just software development \u2014 monday.com offers a more flexible and accessible alternative to Jira. The system gives marketing, HR, operations, finance, product, and engineering teams a shared workspace to plan and deliver projects without the complexity of configuration-heavy workflows.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"584\" data-end=\"1115\">Teams can build any process using visual boards, over 30 column types, and customizable views like Timeline, Gantt, <a href=\"https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/rnd\/gantt-vs-kanban\/\">Kanban<\/a>, Calendar, and Workload. Dashboards bring data together from multiple boards so leaders can track progress, capacity, budgets, and timelines in real time. Automation recipes help teams move work forward automatically, reduce manual handoffs, and keep projects on schedule. Native integrations connect everyday tools without relying on external add-ons, making it easier to bring all your work into one place.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1117\" data-end=\"1311\">With a structure that adapts to any workflow \u2014 from campaigns to hiring pipelines to operational projects \u2014 monday.com gives teams a clearer, more collaborative way to get work done.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><a class=\"cta-button blue-button\" aria-label=\"Try monday.com\" href=\"https:\/\/auth.monday.com\/users\/sign_up_new\" target=\"_blank\">Try monday.com<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>monday reviews is our latest blog series where we provide the facts about different project management tools\u2014no BS and no hyperbole needed. Keep scrolling for our analysis and to learn more about all the project management tools out there. Enjoy! \ud83d\ude0a If you\u2019re looking for your business\u2019s next project management &#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":262,"featured_media":262631,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"pages\/cornerstone-primary.php","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"monday_item_id":18059545135,"monday_board_id":0,"footnotes":"","_links_to":"","_links_to_target":""},"categories":[13904],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-26757","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-project-management"],"acf":{"lobby_image":false,"post_thumbnail_title":"","hide_post_info":false,"hide_bottom_cta":false,"hide_from_blog":true,"cluster":"","banner_url":"","main_text_banner":"","sub_title_banner":"","sub_title_banner_second":"","banner_button_text":"","below_banner_line":"","landing_page_layout":false,"hide_time_to_read":false,"sidebar_color_banner":"","custom_tags":false,"disclaimer":"","cornerstone_hero_cta_override":{"label":"","url":""},"display_dates":"updated","featured_image_link":"","use_customized_cta":false,"activate_cta_banner":false,"faqs":[{"faq_title":"FAQs","faq_shortcode":"FAQ_tag","faq":[{"question":"Is Jira good for non-technical project management?","answer":"<p>Jira can be challenging for non-technical project management due to its complex interface and developer-centric terminology. While it's possible to adapt it, platforms like monday.com are designed with user-friendliness and flexibility in mind, making them a better fit for business teams like marketing, HR, and operations.<\/p>\n"},{"question":"Can you do resource management in Jira without plugins?","answer":"<p>Jira's native capabilities for resource management are very limited. To effectively track team workload, capacity, and time, you typically need to purchase and install third-party apps from the Atlassian Marketplace. In contrast, monday.com includes built-in features like the Workload view for comprehensive resource management.<\/p>\n"},{"question":"How does the monday.com Jira integration work?","answer":"<p>The monday.com Jira integration allows you to connect both platforms for seamless, two-way synchronization. You can automatically import Jira issues into monday.com boards, so non-technical teams can track progress without needing to navigate Jira. Any updates made in monday.com can be reflected back in Jira, ensuring developers and business teams are always aligned.<\/p>\n"},{"question":"What is the best alternative to Jira for project management?","answer":"<p>The best alternative to Jira depends on your team's needs. For businesses looking for a flexible, easy-to-use platform that supports cross-departmental collaboration, monday.com is a top choice. It allows any team to build custom workflows for any project or process, from simple task lists to complex portfolio management.<\/p>\n"}]}],"custom_schema_code":"","sections":[{"acf_fc_layout":"content_1","blocks":[{"main_heading":"","content_block":[{"acf_fc_layout":"text","content":"<p data-start=\"156\" data-end=\"528\">Choosing a project management platform often starts with one familiar name: Jira. It\u2019s widely used in <a href=\"https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/rnd\/project-management-for-software-development\/\">software development<\/a>, where teams depend on its issue tracking, sprint planning, and backlog management tools. That technical strength is what makes Jira so appealing \u2014 but it also raises a question many businesses run into: does it work just as well for every team?<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"530\" data-end=\"799\">Jira can support structured workflows, <a href=\"https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/rnd\/agile-project-management\/\">Agile practices<\/a>, and complex product lifecycles. For developers, that\u2019s a perfect fit. For marketing, operations, HR, or any team that isn\u2019t working in epics and sprints, the experience can feel less intuitive and harder to adopt.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"801\" data-end=\"1163\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Understanding how Jira is designed \u2014 and where it starts to feel limiting \u2014 helps you decide whether it can support your organization\u2019s broader project needs. This handy guide breaks down how Jira works, the challenges teams encounter outside of engineering, and what alternatives offer when you need a platform that\u2019s easier to use across the entire business.<\/p>\n<h2>Key takeaways<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"80\" data-end=\"253\">\n<p data-start=\"82\" data-end=\"253\"><strong data-start=\"82\" data-end=\"125\">Jira is built for software development:<\/strong> its structure, terminology, and workflows are optimized for engineering teams rather than business-wide project coordination.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"254\" data-end=\"399\">\n<p data-start=\"256\" data-end=\"399\"><strong data-start=\"256\" data-end=\"302\">Non-technical teams face adoption hurdles:<\/strong> complex settings, jargon, and rigid workflows can make everyday project work harder to manage.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"400\" data-end=\"549\">\n<p data-start=\"402\" data-end=\"549\"><strong data-start=\"402\" data-end=\"449\">High-level visibility requires extra setup:<\/strong> reporting and dashboards often need configuration or add-ons to deliver clear executive insights.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"550\" data-end=\"671\">\n<p data-start=\"552\" data-end=\"671\"><strong data-start=\"552\" data-end=\"587\">Resource management is limited:<\/strong> workload tracking and capacity planning typically rely on third-party extensions.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"672\" data-end=\"851\" data-is-last-node=\"\">\n<p data-start=\"674\" data-end=\"851\" data-is-last-node=\"\"><strong data-start=\"674\" data-end=\"721\">monday.com supports every team:<\/strong> its flexible structure, visual boards, and built-in dashboards make it easier to manage cross-departmental projects in one place.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a class=\"cta-button blue-button\" aria-label=\"Try monday.com\" href=\"https:\/\/auth.monday.com\/users\/sign_up_new\" target=\"_blank\">Try monday.com<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n"}]},{"main_heading":"What is Jira project management?","content_block":[{"acf_fc_layout":"text","content":"<p>Jira Project Management, also known as Jira Software, is one of the three core products from Atlassian, alongside Jira Service Management and Jira Work Management (formerly Jira Core). It was designed with the specific needs of software development teams in mind, offering advanced features for issue monitoring and bug tracking.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"171\" data-end=\"576\">Jira project management refers to using Jira Software \u2014 Atlassian\u2019s flagship tool \u2014 to plan, track, and deliver work. It was originally built for software development teams, giving engineers a structured way to manage issues, bugs, releases, and sprint cycles. Over time, Atlassian expanded Jira with templates and add-ons aimed at broader project use, but its core still reflects its technical roots.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"578\" data-end=\"932\">At its simplest, Jira acts as <a href=\"https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/project-management\/project-management-software\/\">project management software<\/a> that organizes work into issues, epics, and sprints. Teams create items for tasks or bugs, prioritize them, and move them through a defined workflow. The platform includes agile boards, backlog management, dependency linking, and reporting features designed around Scrum and Kanban practices.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"934\" data-end=\"1375\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">This specialization makes Jira a strong choice for development teams who need precision, audit trails, and tight control over iterative work. However, its structure can feel rigid for departments that rely on more flexible planning styles or need simpler ways to visualize progress. Understanding how Jira\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/rnd\/agile-project-management\/\">Agile framework<\/a> shapes its capabilities helps you determine whether it\u2019s the right fit for your organization\u2019s broader project needs.<\/p>\n"}]},{"main_heading":"How to set up a project in Jira ","content_block":[{"acf_fc_layout":"text","content":"<p data-start=\"186\" data-end=\"487\">Getting started with a Jira project involves choosing the right framework and shaping your workflow around <a href=\"https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/project-management\/introduction-to-agile\/\">Agile methodology<\/a>. While the setup is straightforward for technical teams, it can feel a little unfamiliar if you haven\u2019t worked with sprints, backlogs, or issue types before.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"186\" data-end=\"487\">Here\u2019s how the process works in four easy-to-follow steps:<\/p>\n<ol data-start=\"489\" data-end=\"1918\">\n<li data-start=\"489\" data-end=\"816\">\n<p data-start=\"492\" data-end=\"816\"><strong data-start=\"492\" data-end=\"515\">Create your project<\/strong><br data-start=\"515\" data-end=\"518\" \/>When you create a new project, Jira asks you to select a template. Most templates are built around agile methods, such as Scrum or Kanban, and come with predefined workflows. Once you choose one, you\u2019ll name your project and assign a project key \u2014 a short identifier that appears on every issue.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"818\" data-end=\"1182\">\n<p data-start=\"821\" data-end=\"1182\"><strong data-start=\"821\" data-end=\"842\">Set up your board<\/strong><br data-start=\"842\" data-end=\"845\" \/>Your board is the visual center of your project. Scrum boards help teams organize a backlog and plan work in dedicated sprint cycles. Kanban boards offer a continuous flow, letting you track items as they move from \u201cTo do\u201d to \u201cDone.\u201d You can customize columns, add swimlanes, and define the stages that best match how your team works.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1184\" data-end=\"1557\">\n<p data-start=\"1187\" data-end=\"1557\"><strong data-start=\"1187\" data-end=\"1215\">Create and manage issues<\/strong><br data-start=\"1215\" data-end=\"1218\" \/>Every work item in Jira is called an issue. You\u2019ll create issues for tasks, bugs, or requests, assign them to team members, set priorities, and add details like story points or due dates. Issues can be linked to show dependencies, grouped into epics for larger initiatives, or added to sprints or the backlog depending on your workflow.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1559\" data-end=\"1918\">\n<p data-start=\"1562\" data-end=\"1918\"><strong data-start=\"1562\" data-end=\"1590\">Use roadmaps and reports<\/strong><br data-start=\"1590\" data-end=\"1593\" \/>Roadmaps help you plan long-term work by visualizing epics and timelines. Reports offer insights into team performance \u2014 from sprint velocity to cycle time \u2014 so you can make adjustments as work progresses. These tools are especially helpful for teams using agile frameworks and looking to evaluate their process over time.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n"},{"acf_fc_layout":"image","image_type":"normal","image":262334,"image_link":""}]},{"main_heading":"Where teams struggle when using Jira across the company","content_block":[{"acf_fc_layout":"text","content":"<p data-start=\"177\" data-end=\"522\">Jira shines in software development environments, but things get trickier when you try to roll it out across an entire organization. Many teams find that the structure, language, and workflows that make sense for engineers don\u2019t always translate well to marketing, HR, operations, or <a href=\"https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/rnd\/technical-leadership\/\">leadership<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"177\" data-end=\"522\">We&#8217;ve listed some of biggest challenges most businesses run into below:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"524\" data-end=\"1786\">\n<li data-start=\"524\" data-end=\"779\">\n<p data-start=\"526\" data-end=\"779\"><strong data-start=\"526\" data-end=\"564\">Complex terminology and interface:<\/strong> Jira uses concepts like epics, <a href=\"https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/rnd\/scrum-sprint\/\">sprints<\/a>, story points, and issue types. These make perfect sense to technical teams but can feel like a new language to departments that just need a simple way to plan and track work.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"781\" data-end=\"1033\">\n<p data-start=\"783\" data-end=\"1033\"><strong data-start=\"783\" data-end=\"816\">Limited high-level reporting:<\/strong> Jira\u2019s reports focus heavily on Agile metrics. If your executives want clear summaries of project health, timelines, budgets, or cross-team progress, you often need to build custom dashboards or rely on paid add-ons.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1035\" data-end=\"1274\">\n<p data-start=\"1037\" data-end=\"1274\"><strong data-start=\"1037\" data-end=\"1077\">Weak resource and capacity planning:<\/strong> out of the box, Jira doesn\u2019t provide a straightforward way to see workload distribution or who has bandwidth. Teams frequently turn to marketplace apps to fill the gap, adding cost and complexity.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1276\" data-end=\"1535\">\n<p data-start=\"1278\" data-end=\"1535\"><strong data-start=\"1278\" data-end=\"1323\">Different teams need different workflows:<\/strong> while developers work comfortably in sprints, other departments often don\u2019t. Non-technical teams may find Jira\u2019s structure too rigid, which leads to low adoption or parallel tools popping up across the business.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1537\" data-end=\"1786\">\n<p data-start=\"1539\" data-end=\"1786\"><strong data-start=\"1539\" data-end=\"1576\">Customization requires expertise:<\/strong> trying to tailor Jira for marketing campaigns, hiring pipelines, or operational projects often demands an administrator who understands workflows, schemes, and configurations \u2014 something many teams don\u2019t have.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a class=\"cta-button blue-button\" aria-label=\"Try monday.com\" href=\"https:\/\/auth.monday.com\/users\/sign_up_new\" target=\"_blank\">Try monday.com<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n"},{"acf_fc_layout":"image","image_type":"normal","image":262326,"image_link":""},{"acf_fc_layout":"text","content":"<h2 data-start=\"206\" data-end=\"250\">How Jira integrates with your tool stack<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"252\" data-end=\"541\">Jira can connect to a wide range of systems, but the experience varies depending on who\u2019s using the platform. Technical teams often get what they need immediately, while business teams usually rely on extra plugins or manual setup.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"543\" data-end=\"588\">Integrations that fit Jira\u2019s strengths<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"589\" data-end=\"681\">These are the areas where Jira\u2019s native connections feel smooth and aligned with its design:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"683\" data-end=\"1296\">\n<li data-start=\"683\" data-end=\"855\">\n<p data-start=\"685\" data-end=\"855\"><strong data-start=\"685\" data-end=\"704\">Code alignment:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/monday.com\/integrations\/github\">integrations with GitHub<\/a>, GitLab, and Bitbucket sync commits, branches, and pull requests directly to issues, keeping development work in one place.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"856\" data-end=\"1024\">\n<p data-start=\"858\" data-end=\"1024\"><strong data-start=\"858\" data-end=\"879\">Build visibility:<\/strong> connections to tools like Jenkins or CircleCI surface build and deployment status inside Jira, helping engineering teams track release health.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1025\" data-end=\"1152\">\n<p data-start=\"1027\" data-end=\"1152\"><strong data-start=\"1027\" data-end=\"1047\">Testing support:<\/strong> QA tools such as Zephyr or TestRail plug in with minimal effort and map naturally to Jira issue types.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1153\" data-end=\"1296\">\n<p data-start=\"1155\" data-end=\"1296\"><strong data-start=\"1155\" data-end=\"1187\">Atlassian ecosystem synergy:<\/strong> pairing Jira with Confluence, Bitbucket, and Opsgenie creates a unified environment for <a href=\"https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/productivity\/workflow\/\">technical workflows<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Learn more<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/rnd\/jira-alternatives-for-personal-use\/\">Jira for personal use<\/a><\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"1298\" data-end=\"1338\">Integrations that create friction<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"1339\" data-end=\"1440\">When non-technical teams join the platform, the integration landscape often becomes more complicated.<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1442\" data-end=\"2248\">\n<li data-start=\"1442\" data-end=\"1618\">\n<p data-start=\"1444\" data-end=\"1618\"><strong data-start=\"1444\" data-end=\"1467\">Business tool gaps:<\/strong> many everyday tools used by marketing, HR, finance, and operations don\u2019t have strong native integrations and rely on third-party connectors instead.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1619\" data-end=\"1784\">\n<p data-start=\"1621\" data-end=\"1784\"><strong data-start=\"1621\" data-end=\"1648\">Marketplace dependence:<\/strong> core needs like time tracking, advanced reporting, CRM syncing, or spreadsheet automation usually require Atlassian Marketplace apps.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1785\" data-end=\"1922\">\n<p data-start=\"1787\" data-end=\"1922\"><strong data-start=\"1787\" data-end=\"1802\">Added cost:<\/strong> plugins often come with separate subscription fees that scale with team size, increasing the total cost of ownership.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1923\" data-end=\"2073\">\n<p data-start=\"1925\" data-end=\"2073\"><strong data-start=\"1925\" data-end=\"1954\">Inconsistent reliability:<\/strong> third-party apps vary in quality, update frequency, and long-term support, which can introduce maintenance overhead.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2074\" data-end=\"2248\">\n<p data-start=\"2076\" data-end=\"2248\"><strong data-start=\"2076\" data-end=\"2098\">Higher admin load:<\/strong> managing dozens of plugins \u2014 each with its own permissions, updates, and compatibility considerations \u2014 becomes an ongoing responsibility for admins.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n"}]},{"main_heading":"Jira vs monday.com: which platform supports your whole team?","content_block":[{"acf_fc_layout":"text","content":"<p data-start=\"318\" data-end=\"729\">Choosing a platform often comes down to one question: do you need a tool built for engineering, or a system that every team can use comfortably?<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"318\" data-end=\"729\">Jira is purpose-built for software development, which is why developers rely on it. On the other hand, monday.com is designed for cross-functional collaboration, giving all departments a shared space to plan, track, and deliver work without needing technical expertise.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"731\" data-end=\"790\">Here\u2019s how the two platforms compare where it matters most:<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"792\" data-end=\"825\">Ease of use and onboarding<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"826\" data-end=\"957\">Teams ramp up quickly on monday.com because the interface is visual, flexible, and built for non-technical workflows.<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"958\" data-end=\"1241\">\n<li data-start=\"958\" data-end=\"1058\">\n<p data-start=\"960\" data-end=\"1058\"><strong data-start=\"960\" data-end=\"977\">Simple setup:<\/strong> boards, views, and all types of dashboards like <a href=\"https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/crm-and-sales\/sales-dashboard-templates\/\">sales dashboards<\/a> can be created in minutes without admin support.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1059\" data-end=\"1150\">\n<p data-start=\"1061\" data-end=\"1150\"><strong data-start=\"1061\" data-end=\"1083\">Clear terminology:<\/strong> items, groups, and statuses are easy for any team to understand.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1151\" data-end=\"1241\">\n<p data-start=\"1153\" data-end=\"1241\"><strong data-start=\"1153\" data-end=\"1173\">Faster adoption:<\/strong> marketing, HR, finance, and operations teams get value immediately.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1243\" data-end=\"1388\">Jira requires a steeper learning curve, with agile terminology and configuration steps that make onboarding slower for teams outside engineering.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"1390\" data-end=\"1417\">Workflow flexibility<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"1418\" data-end=\"1510\">monday.com adapts to the way each department works \u2014 not the other way around.<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1511\" data-end=\"1886\">\n<li data-start=\"1511\" data-end=\"1649\">\n<p data-start=\"1513\" data-end=\"1649\"><strong data-start=\"1513\" data-end=\"1538\">Multiple work styles:<\/strong> supports Agile, <a href=\"https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/project-management\/waterfall-methodology\/\">Waterfall<\/a>, project portfolios, campaign planning, operations tracking, and custom processes.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1650\" data-end=\"1755\">\n<p data-start=\"1652\" data-end=\"1755\"><strong data-start=\"1652\" data-end=\"1677\">Over 30 column types:<\/strong> capture any kind of work detail, from timelines to dependencies to budgets.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1756\" data-end=\"1886\">\n<p data-start=\"1758\" data-end=\"1886\"><strong data-start=\"1758\" data-end=\"1781\">Customizable views:<\/strong> choose Timeline View, Gantt, Kanban, Calendar, Workload, or Dashboards depending on how your team plans.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1888\" data-end=\"2028\">Jira is excellent for structured development cycles but can feel rigid for departments that need more fluid planning or non-agile workflows.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"2030\" data-end=\"2061\">Reporting and visibility<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"2062\" data-end=\"2130\">monday.com offers unified visibility across all teams.<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2131\" data-end=\"2425\">\n<li data-start=\"2131\" data-end=\"2253\">\n<p data-start=\"2133\" data-end=\"2253\"><strong data-start=\"2133\" data-end=\"2158\">Real-time dashboards:<\/strong> combine data from multiple boards to show project health, timelines, budgets, and workloads.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2254\" data-end=\"2330\">\n<p data-start=\"2256\" data-end=\"2330\"><strong data-start=\"2256\" data-end=\"2274\">Workload View:<\/strong> helps teams monitor capacity and balance assignments.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2331\" data-end=\"2425\">\n<p data-start=\"2333\" data-end=\"2425\"><strong data-start=\"2333\" data-end=\"2366\">Executive-friendly reporting:<\/strong> simple, visual summaries without configuration or plugins.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2427\" data-end=\"2554\">Jira\u2019s reporting is strong for sprint metrics but limited for high-level, cross-team insights unless you add marketplace tools.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"2556\" data-end=\"2590\">Automation and integrations<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"2591\" data-end=\"2701\">monday.com includes no-code automation features that help teams move work forward automatically.<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2702\" data-end=\"3012\">\n<li data-start=\"2702\" data-end=\"2798\">\n<p data-start=\"2704\" data-end=\"2798\"><strong data-start=\"2704\" data-end=\"2729\">Prebuilt automations:<\/strong> status updates, reminders, approvals, item creation, and handoffs.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2799\" data-end=\"2936\">\n<p data-start=\"2801\" data-end=\"2936\"><strong data-start=\"2801\" data-end=\"2825\">Native integrations:<\/strong> tools like Google Workspace, Excel, <a href=\"https:\/\/monday.com\/integrations\/slack\">Slack<\/a>, Microsoft Teams, HubSpot, and more connect without extra plugins.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2937\" data-end=\"3012\">\n<p data-start=\"2939\" data-end=\"3012\"><strong data-start=\"2939\" data-end=\"2966\">Cross-board automation:<\/strong> automate entire workflows across departments.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"3014\" data-end=\"3142\">Jira offers powerful automation for engineering tasks but depends heavily on add-ons for business tools and team-wide processes.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"3144\" data-end=\"3175\">Cross-team collaboration<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"3176\" data-end=\"3297\">monday.com gives every team a consistent workspace to coordinate projects, share updates, and stay aligned.<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3298\" data-end=\"3605\">\n<li data-start=\"3298\" data-end=\"3378\">\n<p data-start=\"3300\" data-end=\"3378\"><strong data-start=\"3300\" data-end=\"3333\">Shared boards and dashboards:<\/strong> centralize goals, progress, and ownership.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3379\" data-end=\"3466\">\n<p data-start=\"3381\" data-end=\"3466\"><strong data-start=\"3381\" data-end=\"3410\">Updates and file sharing:<\/strong> keep context in one place without long email threads.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3467\" data-end=\"3605\">\n<p data-start=\"3469\" data-end=\"3605\"><strong data-start=\"3469\" data-end=\"3502\">Multiple teams, one platform:<\/strong> engineering can stay in Jira while other departments work on monday \u2014 and the two tools can integrate.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"3607\" data-end=\"3754\">Jira works well for engineering collaboration but isn\u2019t always a comfortable home for non-technical teams, which often leads to tool fragmentation.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3607\" data-end=\"3754\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a class=\"cta-button blue-button\" aria-label=\"Try monday.com\" href=\"https:\/\/auth.monday.com\/users\/sign_up_new\" target=\"_blank\">Try monday.com<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n"},{"acf_fc_layout":"image","image_type":"normal","image":26758,"image_link":""}]},{"main_heading":"Jira pricing vs monday.com","content_block":[{"acf_fc_layout":"text","content":"<p data-start=\"192\" data-end=\"595\">When choosing a platform, pricing is one of the first things teams evaluate. It\u2019s not just about the monthly cost \u2014 it\u2019s about what\u2019s included, what requires add-ons, and how the price changes as more departments start using the solution.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"192\" data-end=\"595\">Jira pricing is shaped around development-focused features, while monday.com is built to support a broader range of teams without relying heavily on extras.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"597\" data-end=\"684\"><strong data-start=\"597\" data-end=\"613\">Jira pricing<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"597\" data-end=\"684\">Jira offers tiered plans that expand as your technical needs grow.<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"685\" data-end=\"1378\">\n<li data-start=\"685\" data-end=\"814\">\n<p data-start=\"687\" data-end=\"814\"><strong data-start=\"687\" data-end=\"701\">Free plan:<\/strong> available for up to ten people, mainly suited for small engineering teams getting started with agile workflows.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"815\" data-end=\"931\">\n<p data-start=\"817\" data-end=\"931\"><strong data-start=\"817\" data-end=\"835\">Standard tier:<\/strong> increases user limits and storage, offering the essentials for software development projects.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"932\" data-end=\"1060\">\n<p data-start=\"934\" data-end=\"1060\"><strong data-start=\"934\" data-end=\"951\">Premium tier:<\/strong> adds more advanced admin controls, automation limits, and project archiving for growing engineering teams.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1061\" data-end=\"1187\">\n<p data-start=\"1063\" data-end=\"1187\"><strong data-start=\"1063\" data-end=\"1083\">Enterprise tier:<\/strong> designed for large organizations that need centralized governance and security across multiple sites.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1188\" data-end=\"1378\">\n<p data-start=\"1190\" data-end=\"1378\"><strong data-start=\"1190\" data-end=\"1211\">Additional costs:<\/strong> many teams rely on marketplace apps for time tracking, resource management, reporting, or business integrations, which can raise the total cost as the company scales.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"1380\" data-end=\"1489\"><strong data-start=\"1380\" data-end=\"1414\">monday.com pricing<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"1380\" data-end=\"1489\">Plans are built to support cross-functional work right out of the box.<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1490\" data-end=\"2190\">\n<li data-start=\"1490\" data-end=\"1608\">\n<p data-start=\"1492\" data-end=\"1608\"><strong data-start=\"1492\" data-end=\"1507\">Basic plan:<\/strong> includes unlimited boards, unlimited viewers, and a simple structure for organizing <a href=\"https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/project-management\/collaborative-project-management\/\">team projects<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1609\" data-end=\"1749\">\n<p data-start=\"1611\" data-end=\"1749\"><strong data-start=\"1611\" data-end=\"1629\">Standard plan:<\/strong> unlocks Timeline View, Calendar View, automations, integrations, and collaboration features most teams rely on daily.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1750\" data-end=\"1859\">\n<p data-start=\"1752\" data-end=\"1859\"><strong data-start=\"1752\" data-end=\"1765\">Pro plan:<\/strong> adds advanced dashboards, private boards, time tracking, and deeper workflow customization.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1860\" data-end=\"1989\">\n<p data-start=\"1862\" data-end=\"1989\"><strong data-start=\"1862\" data-end=\"1882\">Enterprise plan:<\/strong> offers multi-level permissions, enterprise reporting, and scalable automations for larger organizations.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1990\" data-end=\"2190\">\n<p data-start=\"1992\" data-end=\"2190\"><strong data-start=\"1992\" data-end=\"2011\">Built-in value:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/project-management\/everything-you-want-to-know-about-gantt-charts\/\">features like Gantt charts<\/a>, dashboards, native integrations, and cross-board workflows are included without needing extra add-ons, which keeps long-term pricing more predictable.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2192\" data-end=\"2472\">For small engineering teams, Jira\u2019s entry point can be appealing. However, for companies that want one platform for project planning, collaboration, reporting, and operational workflows across departments, monday.com often becomes more cost-effective as the organization grows.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a class=\"cta-button blue-button\" aria-label=\"Try monday.com\" href=\"https:\/\/auth.monday.com\/users\/sign_up_new\" target=\"_blank\">Try monday.com<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n"}]},{"main_heading":"Best Jira alternatives: try monday.com today","content_block":[{"acf_fc_layout":"text","content":"<p data-start=\"220\" data-end=\"582\">If you\u2019re looking for a platform that supports every team \u2014 not just software development \u2014 monday.com offers a more flexible and accessible alternative to Jira. The system gives marketing, HR, operations, finance, product, and engineering teams a shared workspace to plan and deliver projects without the complexity of configuration-heavy workflows.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"584\" data-end=\"1115\">Teams can build any process using visual boards, over 30 column types, and customizable views like Timeline, Gantt, <a href=\"https:\/\/monday.com\/blog\/rnd\/gantt-vs-kanban\/\">Kanban<\/a>, Calendar, and Workload. Dashboards bring data together from multiple boards so leaders can track progress, capacity, budgets, and timelines in real time. Automation recipes help teams move work forward automatically, reduce manual handoffs, and keep projects on schedule. Native integrations connect everyday tools without relying on external add-ons, making it easier to bring all your work into one place.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1117\" data-end=\"1311\">With a structure that adapts to any workflow \u2014 from campaigns to hiring pipelines to operational projects \u2014 monday.com gives teams a clearer, more collaborative way to get work done.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a class=\"cta-button blue-button\" aria-label=\"Try monday.com\" href=\"https:\/\/auth.monday.com\/users\/sign_up_new\" target=\"_blank\">Try monday.com<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n"}]}]}],"show_sidebar_sticky_banner":true,"parse_from_google_doc":false,"show_contact_sales_button":"default","custom_header_banner":false,"post_date":"20251116","menu_cta_override":{"label":"","url":""},"override_contact_sales_label":"","override_contact_sales_url":""},"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v26.6 (Yoast SEO v28.0) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-premium-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Jira Project Management Explained For Teams Of All Sizes<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Jira for project management helps you organise tasks, track progress, and keep teams aligned so you can deliver work confidently. 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