Ceptah Bridge is a desktop‑installed integration tool that connects Microsoft Project with Atlassian Jira. It enables two‑way synchronisation between MS Project tasks and Jira issues, allowing project schedules and team execution data to remain consistent. Project managers can work in Microsoft Project while delivery teams update progress in Jira, with changes exchanged in a controlled and configurable manner. The software operates as a Microsoft Project add‑in and communicates with Jira using standard APIs. It does not require any server‑side installation on Jira. Synchronisation rules, field mappings, and behaviour are defined per project or globally, allowing the tool to adapt to different project structures and methodologies.

Key Features

Two‑Way Synchronisation

Keeps tasks and issues aligned.

• Import Jira issues into MS Project
• Export MS Project tasks to Jira

Field Mapping Control

Controls how data is exchanged.

• Supports standard and custom Jira fields
• Maps all Microsoft Project task fields

Hierarchy Synchronisation

Maintains project structure.

• Epics, sub‑tasks, and issue hierarchies
• Work Breakdown Structure alignment

Time Tracking Integration

Synchronises work and effort data.

• Imports worklogs and estimates
• Updates actual and remaining work

Issue Link Support

Preserves task relationships.

• Maps issue links to dependencies
• Maintains logical sequencing

Deployment Flexibility

Supports multiple Jira environments.

• Jira Cloud and Jira Server
• Local and enterprise MS Project setups

Benefits

Single Source of Truth

Aligns planning and execution data.

• Consistent schedules and progress
• Reduced discrepancies between tools

Improved Project Visibility

Enhances oversight for managers.

• Real‑time progress feedback
• Accurate schedule forecasting

Reduced Manual Updates

Eliminates duplicate data entry.

• Automatic synchronisation
• Fewer manual corrections

Methodology Compatibility

Supports different delivery models.

• Agile and Waterfall coexistence
• Hybrid project environments

Minimal Infrastructure Impact

Simplifies deployment and maintenance.

• No Jira server installation
• Localised add‑in architecture