Last Updated On 2024-11-29
Setting Due Dates and Prioritizing Tasks in Atarim
Keep your projects on track and your team focused with Atarim’s due dates and task prioritization tools.
Efficient project management hinges on clear priorities and deadlines. In Atarim, you can set due dates for project stages and prioritize tasks to maintain focus and streamline workflows. This guide provides actionable steps to optimize your project timelines and task management using these features.
Relevant For
- Project Managers
- Design Leads
- Team Members
Prerequisites
Understanding of Project Stages: Familiarize yourself with your project structure for better alignment when setting due dates.
- Access to Atarim’s Project Screen.
Step-by-Step Guide
1. Setting Due Dates for Project Stages
Assigning due dates to project stages ensures alignment and accountability across teams.
Instructions:
- Log into Atarim and select the project you want to manage.
- Open the Project Stages tab in the project view.
- Create a stage with a descriptive name, such as “Homepage Review” or “Internal QA.”
- Use the calendar picker to select a deadline for the stage.
- Click Save to confirm. The stage and due date will now be visible in the project overview.
Tip: Break the project into smaller stages for better management and tracking.
2. Prioritize Tasks Effectively
Prioritizing tasks ensures teams focus on what matters most.
Instructions:
- Navigate to a task in the Inbox or Boards section.
- In the task details, use the Priority Dropdown to choose from:
- Low
- Medium
- High
- Urgent
- Apply filters in the Inbox or Boards to focus on high-priority tasks first.
3. Adjust Priorities and Due Dates as Needed
Keep your project dynamic by revisiting priorities and timelines.
Instructions:
- Check task priorities and stage due dates weekly or as project requirements change.
- Use task comments or notifications to inform the team about updated priorities or deadlines.
FAQs
Can I set a due date for individual tasks?
No, due dates are only available for project stages. Use task prioritization to manage individual task timelines.
How do I notify the team of changes to project stages?
Updates to project stages automatically notify all team members and clients with access to the project.
Tips & Tricks
- Share Stage Deadlines: Keep clients and stakeholders aligned by sharing project stages and their due dates.
- Adjust Dynamically: Regularly update priorities and due dates to adapt to project changes.
- Buffer Time: Add buffer periods to due dates to anticipate delays and avoid rushed deliveries.
Summary
Using Atarim’s project stages and task prioritization features enables teams to work efficiently, meet deadlines, and enhance collaboration. By setting clear due dates for stages and prioritizing tasks effectively, you’ll ensure smooth workflows and successful project outcomes.
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