✨ Introduction #
The Work Panel is the heart of Kaamfu’s task and project management system. It gives every organization a clear structure to plan, assign, and track work—all in one place. Whether you’re organizing entire departments or focusing on a single project, the Work Panel brings together structure and collaboration so that teams can stay aligned and productive.
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🎯 Why This Feature Matters #
The Work Panel isn’t just about organizing tasks—it’s directly tied to one of Kaamfu’s biggest advantages: time tracking. Time tracking only works when tasks are properly created and assigned inside the Items subpanel. To get there, you must use the Work Panel to build the full hierarchy: Space Groups → Spaces → Board Groups → Boards → Item Groups → Items.
This means Kaamfu’s core USP—accurate, transparent time tracking—depends on how effectively you use the Work Panel. In other words, it is the foundation of work management inside Kaamfu.
Here are some of the key reasons it matters:
- It creates a structured hierarchy that keeps projects and tasks organized.
- It enables Kaamfu’s time tracking by ensuring tasks are correctly set up at the Item level.
- It centralizes communication by linking contextual chats directly to work.
By connecting structure, collaboration, and time tracking, the Work Panel ensures your organization gets the most value out of Kaamfu.
📍 Where to Find the Work Panel #
The Work Panel is located in the left navigation sidebar, alongside the Team Panel and the Activity Panel. These three panels form the backbone of Kaamfu’s interface. The Work Panel is your hub for creating and managing tasks, while the Team and Activity panels help you track people and workflows around those tasks.
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👤 Who Should Read This #
The Work Panel is useful for everyone in your organization, but especially:
- Organization Owners and Admins who need to structure and oversee all work.
- Managers and Team Leads who assign and monitor tasks.
- Employees and Team Members who complete tasks and log time.
No matter your role, the Work Panel ensures you always know what to focus on.
📝 What This Guide Covers #
This guide will help you:
- Locate the Work Panel in Kaamfu.
- Understand how the hierarchy of Spaces, Boards, and Items is structured.
- Learn how to use the Work Panel to create and assign tasks.
- See how contextual collaboration is built directly into your workflow.
By the end, you’ll be able to set up and manage work efficiently using Kaamfu’s Work Panel.
📄 Feature Overview #
Inside the Work Panel, you’ll find a structured layout that organizes all work in a clear hierarchy:
- Space Groups: Top-level categories, often used for departments or major divisions.
- Spaces: Subsections within Space Groups that break work into more focused areas.
- Board Groups: Collections of related Boards.
- Boards: Dedicated workspaces for specific projects.
- Item Groups: Organizational layers inside Boards, often representing phases or priorities.
- Items: The actual tasks where work is assigned, tracked, and completed.
Alongside this hierarchy, every level has contextual conversations, letting you discuss work without leaving the task view. Together, these elements make the Work Panel the central hub of your organization’s workflow.
💡 Key Benefits #
The Work Panel helps streamline your work in several ways:
- Centralized hub: All work, from high-level planning down to individual tasks, lives in one place.
- Time tracking enabled: Proper use of the Work Panel ensures Kaamfu’s powerful time tracking works seamlessly.
- Aligned teams: Everyone—from owners to employees—knows what’s expected.
- Contextual collaboration: Chats are tied directly to the work being discussed.
These benefits mean less confusion, more accountability, and faster progress across all projects.
🛠️ Step-by-Step Instructions #
To get started with the Work Panel, you’ll create a hierarchy that organizes all your projects and tasks. Follow these steps as you watch the demonstration shown below:
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Step 1: Create a Space Group #
Start by adding a new Space Group. This is the top-level container that usually represents departments or major functions in your organization.
Step 2: Add a Space #
Inside the Space Group, create a Space. Spaces help break down work into more focused areas such as teams, projects, or divisions.
Step 3: Set Up Board Groups #
Within each Space, add Board Groups. These act as categories that cluster related Boards together.
Step 4: Create Boards #
Next, create Boards inside the Board Groups. Boards are where projects and workflows are tracked.
Step 5: Add Item Groups #
Within each Board, create Item Groups to organize tasks by phase, priority, or category.
Step 6: Create Items #
Finally, add Items inside the Item Groups. These represent the actual tasks or deliverables assigned to team members.
By following these steps, you’ll see how the Work Panel allows you to go from high-level organization down to specific tasks, all within a structured and collaborative workspace.
🔗 Related Resources #
Here are other resources you may find useful:
Exploring these articles will help you get the most out of the Work Panel and unlock the full power of Kaamfu’s work management system.