ChiefOnboarding

Self-Hosted

Open-source alternative for automated employee onboarding workflows

Overview

ChiefOnboarding is an open-source automation platform streamlining employee onboarding/offboarding. It lets HR teams build no-code workflows to automate tasks like sending welcome emails, creating accounts (Slack, Google Workspace), assigning team tasks, and tracking progress. Supports self-hosting via Docker for data control or cloud deployment for convenience. Integrates with popular tools and offers customizable templates to reduce manual work and ensure consistent onboarding experiences.

Self-Hosting Resources

Find Official Image on Docker Hub View Source & Docs

Below is a reference structure for docker-compose.yml. ⚠️ Do NOT run blindly. Replace placeholders with official values.

docker-compose.template.yml TEMPLATE


version: '3'
services:
  chief_onboarding:
    image: <OFFICIAL_IMAGE_NAME>:latest
    container_name: chief-onboarding
    ports:
      - "8080:<APP_INTERNAL_PORT>"
    volumes:
      - ./data:/app/data
    restart: unless-stopped

Key Features

No-code workflow builder for onboarding/offboarding
Integration with Slack, Google Workspace, and Zoom
Self-hostable via Docker or cloud deployment
Centralized progress tracking & task assignment

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is ChiefOnboarding hard to install?

No—ChiefOnboarding uses Docker Compose for self-hosting, simplifying setup with minimal configuration. A managed cloud plan is also available for those who want no server maintenance.

? Is it a good alternative to BambooHR Onboarding?

Yes—ChiefOnboarding offers similar automation features (workflows, task tracking, integrations) but with self-hosting for data control and no ongoing subscription costs, ideal for privacy-focused teams.

? Is it completely free?

The self-hosted version is 100% free and open source under MIT License. Cloud-hosted tiers have paid plans, but self-hosted remains fully functional with no restrictions.

Top Alternatives

BambooHR Onboarding Search Google

Workday Onboarding Search Google

Gusto Onboarding Search Google

Tool Info

Pricing Open Source

Category Automation

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Privacy-focused self-hosting option
⊕ No recurring fees for self-hosted version
⊕ Customizable no-code workflows
⊕ Integrates with popular business tools

Cons

⊖ Requires server setup for self-hosting
⊖ Steeper learning curve for complex workflows
⊖ Fewer pre-built templates than proprietary alternatives