Epics linked items widget - update docs with use cases
Summary
See parent epic for details regarding this initiative. In this issue, we will update the linked epic docs with common use cases for linking epics.
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Common Use Cases for Linking Epics
The ability to create relationships between epics in GitLab provides a powerful tool for collaborative planning and execution. By linking epics, Product Managers and Developers can enhance coordination, break down complex initiatives, and improve visibility across teams and projects.
By incorporating these common use cases for linking epics, you can optimize workflow, enhance collaboration, and effectively manage dependencies. Explore the flexibility of epic relationships to tailor your workflow to the unique needs of your projects and teams.
Use Case | Scenario | Example |
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Cross-Functional/Team Initiatives | As a Product Manager overseeing a cross-functional initiative involving multiple teams, you can link epics across different groups. This allows you to manage dependencies, track progress, and foster collaboration between teams working on interconnected tasks. |
Task: Launch a new feature requiring contributions from both the development and marketing teams. Linking Epics: - Create an epic in the development team's group outlining the technical requirements. - Link it to an epic in the marketing team's group detailing promotional activities. Benefit: Visualize dependencies and progress across teams, breaking down silos and fostering collaboration. |
Dependency Management | Developers often face challenges when certain tasks are dependent on others. Linking epics helps in managing these dependencies effectively. |
Task: Development of a critical feature is dependent on the completion of a design phase. Linking Epics: - Create an epic for the design phase with relevant tasks. - Link it to the epic for the feature development. Benefit: Easily identify and manage dependencies, ensuring a smooth workflow. |
Higher-Level Planning and Execution | Product Managers need to oversee both short-term execution tasks and long-term planning. Linking epics supports a seamless transition between these roles. |
Task: Plan a series of feature releases over the next two quarters. Linking Epics: - Create an epic for each release, outlining high-level goals and features. - Link these release epics to a master epic representing the entire project roadmap. Benefit: Achieve a hierarchical view of tasks, simplifying both short-term execution and long-term planning. |
Edited by Amanda Rueda