Estimation points - Effort vs duration
In Zoho Sprints, a project is the biggest entity that has a defined scope which is sub-divided into smaller units called Sprints. The scope of the project is released in smaller deliverables to the customers by running different sprints. In Agile, every project is defined by a size that will determine the complexity of the work that you do. This size is known as the Estimation Type. Estimation Type Every project that you create in Zoho Sprints will have an option to create a prefix and estimation
Timers are now supported in the Zoho Sprints iOS app
Hello, All! In the latest version of the Zoho Sprints iOS app (v1.2.4) we have brought in support for timers in the item detail screen. You can now view, start, pause, resume and stop the timers within the item’s detail screen. Please refer the screenshot
Work Item Followers
Zoho Sprints has introduced a feature called Followers that allows you to follow or to be added as a follower to a work item. Once you're a follower, you will automatically receive notifications whenever there's an activity in the work item. David is
Zoho Sprints Android app is now HIPAA compliant
Hello Everyone, Zoho Sprints app now encrypts the mobile database and shared preferences adhering to HIPAA policy You can update the app to the latest version either from the Play Store directly or using the link given below: Zoho Sprints app for
Invalid oauthscope
Hi my name is yoandy and i am trying to do this request https://sprintsapi.zoho.com/zsapi/team/{Teamid}/projects/{Projectid}/workflow/{Workflowid}/status/ and i have this error {\"code\":7601,\"message\":\"Invalid oauthscope\",\"status\":\"failed\"}"
Problem while adding client users
I added a user as client and invited him. When he opens the invitation email and click join now, it asks to choose a password, but the field to enter password doesn't appear. Check screenshot on attachment Please provide a solution
Azure DevOps Extension in Zoho Sprints
Azure DevOps is a platform from Microsoft that lets users carry out DevOp operations for software production. The Azure DevOps extension for Zoho Sprints helps quicken the software development and deployment cycle. Jane's Devops team uses Azure and
Tip 37 - Timesheet Management
Managing the timesheets of all your users can be tedious if you have to go to the Timesheet module for each entry. Here are some easy ways to access the timesheet data and the module. From Global View Instead of going into each project to record
Trick 36 - Export of data from Zoho Sprints
Data exporting helps you access your data offline. Zoho Sprints lets you export not just in 1 but in 5 different ways. Keep reading to know all about it in detail. Instant Export of Work Items To export work items in a minute or two, just click and
Add log hours for other users is now supported in the Zoho Sprints Android app
Hello All, In the latest version of Zoho Sprints Android app (v1.1.27) you can add log hours for other users by following the steps below: On the app, open the respective item. Click the plus icon beside ‘Log Hours’ In the ‘User’ option, select the respective
New Custom Fields alert!
In addition to the existing 15 custom fields, Zoho Sprints has introduced three more fields, namely, Percentage, Lookup and Currency. Let's see how these custom fields can be put to use in different cases. Percentage The Percentage custom field
Allow Full Markdown Support in Item Descriptions
Currently, Item description textarea uses type of WYSIWYG editor where you highlight text and are given the option bold, italicize, etc. It's a bit difficult to use and error prone. Something that would help our team write thorough, clear descriptions is full markdown support in the text area. Not a Hybrid WYSIWYG/Markdown, but just a text area that supports all markdown. Specifically, [Github Flavored Markdown](https://github.github.com/gfm/) would be the most helpful.
Custom Layouts and Fields for Meetings
Zoho Sprints has introduced the Custom Layout option for meetings. This will let you include additional information while you schedule meetings for projects. Let's say you'd like to include the meeting organizer's name. Since the existing layout doesn't
Option to add 'Epic' is now supported in the Zoho Sprints mobile app
Hello everyone, In the latest version (v1.2.3) of the Sprints iOS app, we have brought in support for the option to add and edit an epic from the mobile app. You can do so by following the steps given below: Go to the Sprints mobile app. Select the 'More'
Extensions in Zoho Sprints
Extensions allow you to add additional functions to the product. Zoho Sprints has introduced two new extensions to manage your documents and support tickets. Google Extension: Using Google plug-in, you can fetch images from Google Drive and attach them
Ability to create checklist templates for work items according to status & the ability to have sprint types associated to work items statuses
Hi, a. It would be great to have the ability to define a checklist template for work items so that people can tick off completed mandatory items according to the status. This will enable having a template checklist for each stage of the development cycle
Client and Vendor Portal
Some clients like keeping tabs on the developments and hence would like to be notified of the progress. Continuous updates can be tedious and time-consuming. Zoho Sprints has now introduced a Client and Vendor Portal where you can add client users and
Zoho Sprints iOS mobile app now supports custom fields in Epics
Hello All, In the latest version (v1.2.2) of the Zoho Sprints iOS app, we have brought in support to display custom fields in Epics. I've attached a screenshot below of the custom fields in Epics for your reference: You can update the app to the latest
Trick 35 - Views in Backlog
The Backlog is one of the key modules in an agile software. It lets you create work items, assign them to the respective sprints, and lets you start working on them. When you have too many work items, listing out a handful of them will be difficult. Zoho
Filters and Search for items in Boards module is now supported in the Zoho Sprints iOS app
Hello All, In the latest version (v1.2.1) of the Zoho Sprints iOS app, we've brought in support to filter and search for items within the Boards module. Please refer to the GIF attached below for your reference: We have also added the Search function
Tip 34 - Turn subitems in to work items!
While working on an assignment, we classify additional work as subitems. These subitems need to be completed in order to finish the main work item. As we continue, we might realise that these need special attention and involve input from other team members.
Epics is now available in the Zoho Sprints iOS app
Hello All, In the latest version (v1.2) of the Zoho Sprints iOS app, we have brought in support for the Epics module. You will now be able to perform the following actions in the app: View active and archived epics View Epic details Search Epic items
Tip 33 - User Management
When you're managing a large team, you tend to add many users to it. Assigning these users to multiple projects and sprints is taxing after a point. Here are some tricks that would simplify this process. The All Users section under Manage Users in Setup
Be able to sort tasks in the Backlog
When we want to set Task, Story, etc. from the Backlog to create a new Sprint. We only have the option to « Item type ascending ». That search is very basic and limited, you can't even look by status, custom field, etc. What would be needed is something like Zoho Project use. This would help so much.
Building custom Zoho Sprints dashboards with Zoho Analytics
in Zoho Analytics, data from Zoho Sprints can be synchronized. This enables the design of individual reports and dashboards, which can also be provided to external users/customers - without requiring additional Zoho Sprints licenses. Unfortunately, however,
Edit, Delete and Reject log hours now supported in Zoho Sprints Android app (v1.1.26)
Dear All, In the latest version of Zoho Sprints Android app (v1.1.26), we now support edit, delete and reject log hours from within the app. You will also be able to add reasons for rejecting a log hour. You can update the app to the latest version of
Roles and Permissions related changes are handled in Zoho Sprints Android app
Dear All, In the latest version of Zoho Sprints app (v1.1.25), we have now supported Roles and Permissions related changes in the app. Feature: Roles and Permissions - We have handled Roles and Permissions related changes in the Sprints app. Custom Profiles
Zoho Sprints in 2020
Tip 32 - User Dashboard
Delegation of tasks help in reducing the workload and finishing it on time. This delegation needs to be tracked and also involves assigning work based on each user's dexterity. User Dashboard will help you in this case. User Dashboard lets you monitor
Zoho Sprints integrates with Zoho Meeting!
Remote work has become the new normal with people across time zones planning and coordinating to get work done. This has forced people to connect using virtual conferencing tools. . Zoho Sprints integrates with Zoho Meeting to enable teams to connect
Tip 31 - Control your Email Notifications
Do you know that you can allow and restrict the number of email notifications you receive? If not, keep reading! You can enable email notifications for the activities that you want to be notified and disable for the rest of them. Click the Setup icon
Introducing Schedule Export
Say good-bye to manually downloading reports. Use the Schedule Report option to automatically export reports whenever required. All of these reports will be exported as PDF files. These reports can be scheduled on the following basis, Once Daily Weekly
Sprint users field is now supported in Zoho Sprints iOS mobile app
Hello All, In the latest version (v1.1.19) of the Zoho Sprints iOS app, we have brought in support for 'Sprint users' field. Sprint users are users who will have access to the sprints. With this option, you can now choose the Sprint Users for Sprints from within the mobile app. I have attached a GIF below for your reference: You can update the app directly from the App Store or using the link given below: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/sprints-agile-projects/id1279756583 Do try out the feature
'Sign in with Apple' is now supported in Zoho Sprints iOS mobile app
Hello All, In the latest version (v1.1.18) of the Zoho Sprints app, we have brought in support for an additional mode of gaining access to the Sprints app. You can now sign into the app using Apple ID by clicking on 'Sign in with Apple' option. It is easier than ever to go agile and deliver great products on time. I have attached a GIF below for your reference: Also, we have brought in support to add users with custom roles and profiles from within the mobile app. The custom roles and profiles
Zoho Sprints | Product Updates | Q2, 2020
We have updated our Zoho Sprints app with some interesting features and product enhancements for the second quarter. Here's a quick overview of them. Roles and Profiles You can now designate roles and define the level of access for every team member through profiles. This helps you to authorize and control their activities within a team efficiently. Learn More about configuring roles and profiles. User Groups You can now group users based on their roles and profiles. They can also be grouped
Tip 29 - Add multiple users to sprints in one go
Zoho Sprints allows you to work with multiple users in a team. However, adding them one by one to every sprint that is being created will be strenuous and time-consuming. Here are some tricks that will let you add multiple users to sprints in one shot. There are three ways by which you can do this. Project Templates You can now clone sprints from other projects by choosing that project template on the sprints creation page. These cloned sprints also contain the users associated with them previously.
Roles and Profiles in Zoho Sprints
When you run an organization, you will have 'n' number of users working for you and each will have a different set of operations to carry out. To manage these users effectively, you need a tool that lets you authorize and control their activities. Zoho Sprints has come up with Roles and Profiles that lets you define roles for each user and set permissions for their profiles. Roles are the designations in a team. A user's role is the same throughout the team and cannot be changed for each project.
Zoho Sprints integration with Zoho Projects
Hello, I'm evaluating Zoho as part of our Agile-SDLC. I'm just wondering if I can set Zoho Sprints as part of the Zoho Project - instead of going to individual application and create a separate project for each application. I'd like to run the project with Zoho sprints, but keep track of the bug using the bug tracker. Thanks, all.
Jenkins Integration
Hello all, In this fast moving world, delivering quality software on time can be crucial for survival. Businesses that automate their processes have a better chance of managing deliverables. Zoho Sprints now integrates with Jenkins and helps automate build updates in your software. Before the integration, build generation, deployment and automation were different tasks. After Jenkins, all these tasks have been combined and it is 20 times faster than the manual click/work. This integration has reduced
Zoho Sprints | Product Updates | Quarter 1
Hello all, We are happy to connect back with our quarterly updates. As we all stay united in this fight against the pandemic, the past few months have been a real challenge for the business sectors. During this phase, teams that have already adopted the agile methodology find it easy to manage change and uncertainty. Being the agile tool in the market, our team has been working remotely, running several iterations, and striving to release the planned features to our customers. Here's a quick run-through
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