Agile methodologies such as Scrum and Kanban are widely used in software development to improve project management processes, enhance flexibility, and enable teams to respond to changes more effectively. These methodologies align with the need for accurate insights and real-time information to further streamline the development process.
In today's article, we will analyze a popular use case that Jira users often encounter - Time spent on a epic level. Through this example, you will see how John, one of our users, solved his problem (using the Time in Status as an example).
John wanted to track the person-days spent on each epic and combine them into a single chart to analyze and communicate the team's performance across different projects. His main goals included:
John created reports and dashboards that show the time spent on each epic and visualizes this data in a consolidated chart for easy analysis and communication of team efforts.
Time in Status allows filtering the report similar to Jira Cloud Filters. John experimented with some JQL queries and managed to create a relevant filter:
On the Pivot table, he ran the JQL query:
"Epic Link" = Key-epic#1 OR "Epic Link" = Key-epic#2
Also you can get this report as a chart:
Step 2: Creating Dashboard Based on Epics
John could use the Jira Dashboard to extend it with the Time in Status widgets constructed based on the Epic level. He could add separate widgets on a single board for a clear visual representation.
By following these steps, John was able to effectively track and communicate his team's performance across different projects.
Takeaway:
For teams looking to gain deeper insights into their time allocation and enhance their reporting capabilities, reporting add-ons offer a robust and flexible toolset that addresses common challenges and meets advanced reporting needs. One incredible tool at your disposal is Time in Status. 🚀 Start your 30-day trial now and elevate your team's performance to new heights:
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