FlinkISO
8.6#1 in document management softwareFrom $750 a yearFree planAndroidiOSWebAPI
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OpenWorkpaper
7.0#6 in audit management softwareFree planFree planWebAPISelf-hosted
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | FlinkISO | OpenWorkpaper |
|---|---|---|
| Access control | Generated forms inherit document access restrictions and approval rights can prevent limited-role users from publishing records. | Role-based access combines system roles with audit-specific team assignments. |
| Deployment | The application can be installed on Linux or Windows servers, with manual installation using Apache or IIS, MySQL and PHP. | Docker or Podman Compose deployment is recommended, with a manual Node.js installation also documented. |
| Licence | The official terms restrict redistribution of code or binaries, prohibit commercial use without agreement and require preservation of FlinkISO branding. | The repository is distributed under the MIT License, with copyright attributed to Robert Sandidge in 2026. |
| Security controls | The system supports document access controls, password-protected PDF downloads and download records containing issue numbers, timestamps and user details. | The security policy describes HSTS, TLS 1.2+, secure HttpOnly SameSite cookies, DOMPurify sanitization, CSP guidance and SAST/DAST scanning. |
FlinkISO plans
- Free On-PremiseFree
- On-Cloud QMS$80 a month
- Form Creation API$80 a month
- Form Creation API 3 Months$220, paid once
- Form Creation API 6 Months$400, paid once
- Startup Plan$750, paid once
OpenWorkpaper plans
- Free / open sourceFree
Pick FlinkISO if…
FlinkISO suits organisations that need QMS document controls, forms and compliance workflows, including teams that want to run the system on their own Linux or Windows server. Its Startup Plan is designed for small and medium organisations seeking guided on-premise setup and training.
Pick OpenWorkpaper if…
OpenWorkpaper suits CPA firms and internal audit departments that need to document procedures and coordinate reviews. Its deployment options support local, private-network, or cloud setups.