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Digital transformation urges companies to adopt tools that are more open, interoperable, and sovereign. Open‑source collaborative suites like the one offered by LINAGORA provide a powerful alternative to proprietary solutions such as Microsoft 365 or Google Workspace. With a full integration of Mail, Chat, Drive, Calendar and Contacts, this suite enables centralised communications, optimised collaboration and guarantees data mastery.
Open source is not just a technological choice: it is a commitment to transparency, independence and security. According to the Syntec Numérique Study 2024, nearly 78 % of large French organisations now use at least one open‑source component for their professional communications.
What is an open‑source collaborative suite?
An open‑source collaborative suite groups together several tools that allow teams to work together efficiently while guaranteeing interoperability and data sovereignty. Unlike proprietary solutions, it is built on open standards such as IMAP, JMAP protocol and MATRIX protocol, which makes integration into heterogeneous environments straightforward.
Main components
Electronic mail (Mail): Based on Cyrus and Apache James, the solution supports IMAP and JMAP protocols to ensure compatibility with clients such as Thunderbird.
Instant messaging (Chat): Powered by the MATRIX protocol, it guarantees secure end‑to‑end encrypted communication.
Document management (Drive): With Twake‑Drive, sharing and co‑editing documents become simple and secure.
Calendar: Synchronises events and manages team calendars to optimise organisation.
- Address book (Contacts): Centralises and synchronises professional contacts.
Key benefits of an open‑source collaborative suite
1. Sovereignty and total data control
Deploy your suite on internal servers or a private cloud and keep full control of sensitive data.
2. Cost reduction
No expensive proprietary licences: open source offers freedom of use and customisation.
3. Enhanced security
Thanks to Cyrus, Apache James, and the MATRIX protocol, communications benefit from high‑level encryption and regulatory compliance.
4. Interoperability
Open standards such as IMAP and JMAP guarantee compatibility with many mail clients and third‑party systems.
5. Customisation and extensibility
With Twake Workplace, you can activate only the modules you need (Twake‑Mail, Twake‑Chat, Twake‑Drive) and evolve them over time.
Services offered by LINAGORA
LINAGORA provides far more than a simple collaborative suite: it is a complete ecosystem that includes professional services to ensure a smooth transition to open source.
1. Twake Workplace: the core of the suite
Twake Workplace centralises your collaborative tools: project management, team communication via Twake‑Chat, file sharing with Twake‑Drive, and direct integration with Twake‑Mail.
2. Secure messaging
Based on Apache James and Cyrus, the mail service supports IMAP and JMAP, and integrates perfectly with Thunderbird.
3. Document collaboration
Twake‑Drive enables advanced document management: versioning, access rights, integration with open‑source office suites such as OnlyOffice or LibreOffice Online.
4. Decentralised instant messaging
Twake‑Chat relies on the MATRIX protocol, guaranteeing end‑to‑end encrypted communications and interoperability with other Matrix services (Element, Synapse, etc.).
5. Professional services
- Open‑source consulting and audit
- Integration and migration from proprietary solutions
- Training and technical support
- Tailored deployment (on‑premise or sovereign cloud)
Why choose LINAGORA?
Recognised expertise: 25 years of experience in open source.
- Active contribution to key projects such as Apache James and Cyrus.
Technical support: from needs analysis to continuous operation.
Sovereign commitment: hosting in Europe and compliance with GDPR regulations.
Want to modernise your organisation while guaranteeing data sovereignty?
Contact LINAGORA today for a demo of the Twake Workplace suite and discover how it can transform the way you collaborate.
FAQ
Is the collaborative suite compatible with my existing tools?
Yes, thanks to open protocols (IMAP, JMAP, MATRIX), it integrates with current tools such as Thunderbird.
Do my data stay in Europe?
LINAGORA offers on‑premise and sovereign private‑cloud deployments, respecting GDPR standards.
Can I use only certain modules?
Yes, you can deploy Twake‑Mail, Twake‑Chat, or Twake‑Drive individually or as a complete suite.
Is it suitable for large enterprises?
Absolutely; the suite is designed for large organisations, public administrations and complex‑need structures.
Conclusion
LINAGORA’s open‑source collaborative suite is far more than an alternative to proprietary solutions: it is a complete, secure and scalable platform, integrating Mail, Chat, Drive, Calendar and Contacts via Twake Workplace. With proven technologies such as Apache James, Cyrus, JMAP, and MATRIX, it ensures sovereignty, security and flexibility essential for modern businesses.
Adopt Twake Workplace today and regain control of your collaborative tools.
