As a project manager, keeping track of all the moving parts in a design project can be a daunting task. However, with Bench3D's issue tracking tools, managing your projects gets a lot easier. Issue tracking allows project managers to see the status of the project at a glance, helping them to allocate resources more effectively.

In this chapter, we'll take a closer look at how issue tracking can benefit project and engineering managers and how to use Bench3D's issue tracking tools effectively.

The Benefits of Issue Tracking for Project Managers

With Bench3D's issue tracking tools, project managers can easily track the progress of a design project. You can see the entire list of issues and all the details in the 3D CAD viewer. You can quickly assess which issues are a priority and allocate resources accordingly. Additionally, Bench3D's issue tracking tools enable you to assign tasks to team members and monitor their progress.

Using Bench3D's issue tracking tools, project managers can keep track of every detail of the project, from the version of an issue that was raised to who has been working on it. You can also see how progress is made and who approved the issue once it's complete. With all this information in one place, project managers have a powerful way of engaging with the project and making informed decisions.

Using Bench3D's Issue Tracking Tools

To access Bench3D's issue tracking tools, simply navigate to the "Issues" tab in the Bench3D interface.

From there, you can inspect issues, assign issues to team members, or change the priority of issues. You can monitor every issue progress in real-time, add comments, and track approvals.

One unique aspect of Bench3D's issue tracking tools is the ability to inspect all details in the 3D CAD viewer so you can see exactly what the issue is. This is especially useful when multiple team members are working on a design and need to collaborate on resolving an issue together.

Best Practices for Issue Tracking

To get the most out of Bench3D's issue tracking tools, it's important to use them effectively. Here are some best practices to keep in mind:

• Prioritize issues: Assign a priority level and category to each issue to help you manage your workload effectively.
• Regularly review and follow-up: Review the list of issues regularly and follow up with team members as needed to ensure progress is being made.
• Keep comments concise: Use the comment section to provide concise, actionable feedback to team members.

Conclusion

In conclusion, Bench3D's issue tracking tools are a powerful way for project managers to keep track of the progress of a design project. With the ability to inspect all details in the 3D CAD viewer, allocate resources more effectively, and track progress and approvals, issue tracking makes project management a breeze. By using Bench3D's issue tracking tools effectively, project managers can ensure that their design projects run smoothly from start to finish.