paperclipai/paperclip

What it solves

Paperclip solves the problem of managing multiple AI agents by acting as a central "company" rather than just a collection of individual tools. It eliminates the chaos of juggling dozens of open terminal tabs, losing track of agent progress, and struggling with uncoordinated, manual workflows. It provides a structured environment to manage AI work, budgets, and governance in one place.

How it works

Paperclip is a Node.js server and React UI that serves as an orchestration layer. You define business goals, hire agents (by bringing your own), and assign them tasks. The system uses an "org chart" structure where agents have roles, permissions, and budgets. It manages the lifecycle of work through a task-based system, where agents receive context, execute tasks, and provide outputs that you can review, approve, or audit. It supports various agents and tools, connecting them through a unified dashboard.

Who it’s for

It is designed for individuals and teams who want to build autonomous AI organizations. It is ideal for those who coordinate multiple agents (such as Claude Code, Cursor, or OpenClaw) and need a way to monitor their work, enforce budgets, and maintain a clear, auditable history of tasks and performance.

Highlights

• Centralized Task Management: Keeps conversations, plans, and run history attached to specific work items.
• Org Chart & Governance: Provides structure with roles, reporting lines, and approval gates for agent actions.
• Cost Control: Tracks spending by agent, project, or company with budget alerts and automatic pause triggers.
• Goal Alignment: Links individual tasks to high-level company goals so agents understand the "why" behind their work.
• Multi-Platform Support: Works with any agent that can receive a heartbeat, including CLI tools, HTTP bots, and various AI models.
• Mobile Ready: Allows you to monitor and manage your autonomous business operations from your phone.