Configuration Manager for Jira (CMJ)
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What is Configuration Manager for Jira (CMJ)
Configuration Manager for Jira (CMJ) is a Jira app used to capture, compare, and migrate Jira configuration and selected data between instances and environments. It supports use cases such as Jira Cloud-to-Cloud or Data Center-to-Data Center migrations, promoting changes from test to production, and auditing configuration drift. The product focuses on Jira-specific objects (for example workflows, schemes, custom fields, screens, permissions, and projects) and provides dependency handling and change reporting tailored to Jira administrators and platform teams.
Jira-specific configuration coverage
CMJ is purpose-built for Jira configuration objects such as workflows, schemes, custom fields, screens, issue types, and permission-related settings. This Jira-native scope makes it more practical for Jira admins than general-purpose DevOps or infrastructure configuration tools. It also supports packaging and reusing configuration changes across multiple Jira instances. The focus on Jira objects reduces the need for manual recreation of complex configurations.
Compare and audit changes
CMJ provides comparison and reporting to identify differences between Jira instances or environments. This helps teams detect configuration drift and validate what will change before applying updates. The ability to review deltas is useful for change control and operational governance. It also supports documenting configuration state for audits and internal reviews.
Migration and environment promotion
CMJ supports moving configuration between environments (for example, from staging to production) and across instances during reorganizations or consolidations. It is commonly used to standardize Jira setups across business units or regions. By packaging changes, teams can repeat deployments and reduce one-off manual steps. This aligns with DevOps-style practices for managing Jira as a controlled platform component.
Not a general CI/CD tool
Although it can support controlled promotion of Jira changes, CMJ is not a full CI/CD platform for application delivery. It does not replace build, test, artifact management, or multi-service deployment orchestration tools. Teams typically need separate CI/CD tooling for software delivery pipelines. CMJ fits best as a companion tool focused on Jira configuration lifecycle management.
Jira-only scope
CMJ’s value is tied to Jira configuration and related Jira administration workflows. It does not manage infrastructure configuration, container platforms, or broader enterprise application configurations. Organizations looking for a single tool to manage configuration across many systems will still need additional products. Its specialization can be a limitation outside Jira-centric initiatives.
Complexity for large instances
Large Jira instances with extensive customizations can introduce complex dependencies among configuration objects. This can require careful planning, testing, and admin expertise to avoid unintended impacts when promoting or migrating changes. Some changes may still require manual verification due to instance-specific constraints and governance requirements. Operational overhead can increase as the number of projects and custom schemes grows.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Cloud — 1–10 users | $0 per year | Free for small teams (Appfire states Cloud apps remain free for teams up to 10 users). Effective July 1, 2025. cite |
| Cloud — 25 users | $793 per year | First paid Cloud tier shown on Appfire pricing updates; billed annually. cite |
| Cloud — 50 users | $1,585 per year | Billed annually. cite |
| Cloud — 100 users | $3,170 per year | Billed annually. cite |
| Cloud — 500 users | $8,770 per year | Billed annually. cite |
| Cloud — 1,000 users | $14,120 per year | Billed annually. cite |
| Cloud — 10,000 users | $30,270 per year | Billed annually; Appfire lists extended user tiers and pricing effective July 1, 2025. cite |
| Data Center — 50 users | $1,450 per year | Data Center annual license tier. cite |
| Data Center — 100 users | $2,750 per year | Data Center annual license tier. cite |
| Data Center — 250 users | $5,600 per year | Data Center annual license tier. cite |
| Data Center — 500 users | $9,550 per year | Data Center annual license tier. cite |
| Data Center — 1,000 users | $15,300 per year | Data Center annual license tier. cite |
| Data Center — Unlimited | $86,000 per year | Unlimited tier (listed as "Unlimited"). Prices effective July 1, 2025. cite |
Notes:
- Source: Appfire official pricing updates page (pricing changes effective July 1, 2025) and Appfire product page showing trial availability. All prices above are annual license amounts as listed by Appfire. cite
Seller details
Appfire Technologies, LLC
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2005
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