Management Software For Engineering Project Management Introduction to Jira Management Software For Engineering Project Management

What is Jira? Issue and Project Tracking software Visual easy to use interface Provides a number of managerial functions; Allows for planning and time management Keeps track of all tasks and assignments Keeps team members on track with due dates Keeps team members accountable to eachother

Accessing Jira Connect to the CSUN Virtual Private Network (http://www.csun.edu/it/vpn) Open an internet browser and type ‘Address’ Enter your username and password Your Dashboard contains your tasks and activity Login Window Your tasks and your group’s activities

Agile Project Management Click and Drag Interface Task  Subtask Assignment to specific group members At-a-glance productivity information Navigate to Project Timeline View of Entire Project

Tasks Set req’s, due dates, and assignee Log hours, comment, attach files, add sub-tasks All project components assigned and turned in on Jira Feel free to add any tasks you need! Task Creation ‘More’ Task Options