KPlatoLinux
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FastTrack ScheduleWindows
KPlato as a Linux alternative to FastTrack Schedule
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Our verdict
KPlato is a capable Linux project‑management tool that covers many of the core tasks FastTrack Schedule users need: Gantt chart creation, resource assignment, and basic cost tracking. However, it lacks the advanced portfolio management, built‑in budgeting, and robust collaboration features that FastTrack offers. It is best suited for small‑to‑medium projects where open‑source licensing and KDE integration are priorities, but larger enterprises or teams requiring tight integration with other enterprise tools may find it insufficient.
- License
- GPL-2.0
- Price
- Free
- Latest version
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What works the same
- Both provide Gantt chart views with drag‑and‑drop task editing
- Both allow resource assignment and workload tracking
- Both support task dependencies and critical path calculation
- Both offer baseline comparison for progress monitoring
What is different
- KPlato exports only CSV, not PDF, Excel or XML; FastTrack supports all three
- KPlato lacks built‑in portfolio management and advanced budgeting tools
- KPlato does not have a native collaboration platform for shared projects
- KPlato is discontinued and not actively maintained
- FastTrack runs on Windows and Mac, while KPlato is KDE‑only
Opening your FastTrack Schedule files
FastTrack Schedule uses proprietary file formats (.ftr, .ftrx) that KPlato cannot open directly. Users would need to export the FastTrack project to CSV or XML (if available) and then import that CSV into KPlato. No native import for FastTrack files is documented.
Switching from FastTrack Schedule to KPlato, step by step
- Export your FastTrack project to CSV or XML (if the option exists).
- Close FastTrack and open KPlato on your Linux machine.
- Use the Import function in KPlato to load the CSV file.
- Re‑assign resources and adjust budgets manually if necessary.
- Export the KPlato project to CSV for backup or further processing.
- Verify Gantt chart and critical path calculations match the original plan.
Key features of KPlato
- Gantt chart view with drag‑and‑drop task editing
- Resource assignment and workload tracking
- Task dependencies and critical path calculation
- Baseline comparison for progress monitoring
- Export to CSV and import from CSV for simple data exchange
- Integration with other Calligra applications
- Support for multiple project calendars
Frequently asked questions
Is KPlato actively maintained?
No, KPlato is discontinued; its successor Calligra Plan continues development.
Can I share KPlato projects with team members on Windows?
KPlato supports CSV export; team members would need a compatible viewer or convert the file to a common format like PDF.
Does KPlato support resource leveling?
It offers basic workload tracking but does not perform automatic resource leveling like FastTrack.
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