Editing Work Package Templates
Update work package templates to continuously improve your processes.
Editable Fields
Section titled “Editable Fields”All aspects of a work package template can be changed:
- Name - Update the template name
- Description - Adjust the explanation
- Custom Fields - Add, modify, or remove fields
Managing Fields
Section titled “Managing Fields”Adding a New Field
Section titled “Adding a New Field”- Click “Add Field”
- Select the field type
- Configure the name and options
- Save the template
Editing a Field
Section titled “Editing a Field”- Change the field name
- Adjust the options (for select fields)
- Change the required setting
Removing a Field
Section titled “Removing a Field”Remove fields that are no longer needed.
Impact on Existing Work Packages
Section titled “Impact on Existing Work Packages”What Happens with Field Changes?
Section titled “What Happens with Field Changes?”| Change | Existing WPs | New WPs |
|---|---|---|
| New field added | No effect | Field available |
| Field removed | Data retained | Field not available |
| Field name changed | No effect | New name |
Best Practices
Section titled “Best Practices”- Test template changes with a test work package
- Document important changes
- Consider existing work processes before making changes