Delivery Hub Install Strategy
Choose the right approach for your Salesforce org.
What is Delivery Hub?
Delivery Hub is an open-source, Salesforce-native project delivery platform. It tracks work from request to completion with built-in process steps, field change history, dashboards, and notifications. It can be installed as a managed package (under the nimba__ namespace) or deployed as unmanaged metadata from the public GitHub repo. This page helps you decide which approach is right for your organization.
Install in minutes. Auto-upgrades. nimba__ namespace isolates DH from your metadata.
Full control over every line. No namespace. You own the maintenance.
Managed core + unmanaged extensions. Auto-upgrades where it matters, custom where you need it.
Three Approaches
Click each option to see full pros, cons, and implementation details.
Option A: Managed Package
Install Delivery Hub as a managed package from Salesforce Setup. The nimba__ namespace keeps DH completely isolated from your custom metadata. You get automatic upgrades when new versions ship, zero maintenance overhead, and clean separation between DH and your org's customizations.
Orgs that want to use DH out of the box, don't need deep customization of DH internals, and value low maintenance.
Pros
Cons
Side-by-Side Comparison
Every dimension that matters for this decision.
| A: ManagedREC | B: Unmanaged | C: Hybrid | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Auto-upgrades | Yes | No | Yes (core) |
| Customization | Extensions only | Everything | Extensions + core untouched |
| Migration effort | 15 min install | 2-4 hours | 15 min + extensions |
| Future features | Automatic | Manual merge | Automatic |
| Independence | Partial | Full | High |
| Maintenance | Low | High | Low-Medium |
| Namespace prefix | Yes | No | On DH refs only |
Which Should I Choose?
Answer a few questions to find the right fit.
Do you need to modify DH core objects, Apex classes, or LWC components?
Do you need org-specific workflows, automations, or custom UIs on top of DH?
You just want to use DH as-is with minimal setup?
Getting Started
Ready to install Delivery Hub? Start with the managed package for the fastest path to value. Fork the repo if you need full control. Either way, it's free and open source.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Delivery Hub installation and maintenance.