Linked Cards
Connect related work items and manage dependencies
lightbulb What Linked Cards Does
Create intelligent connections between related work items to track dependencies, relationships, and cross-functional coordination. Whether it's parent-child relationships, blocking dependencies, or related tasks, linked cards help teams understand how work connects together.
share Types of Card Relationships
Parent-Child Relationships
Break large work items into smaller, manageable sub-tasks while maintaining the hierarchical connection.
- arrow_forwardEpic → User Stories → Tasks
- arrow_forwardProject → Phases → Deliverables
- arrow_forwardCampaign → Activities → Actions
Blocking Dependencies
Identify when one work item must be completed before another can begin or progress.
- arrow_forwardDesign approval blocks development
- arrow_forwardServer setup blocks deployment
- arrow_forwardBudget approval blocks procurement
Related Items
Connect work items that are related but don't have strict dependencies or hierarchies.
- arrow_forwardSimilar bug reports
- arrow_forwardRelated feature requests
- arrow_forwardCross-department coordination
Duplicate/Similar
Identify duplicate work or similar requests to consolidate efforts and avoid redundancy.
- arrow_forwardDuplicate support tickets
- arrow_forwardSimilar feature requests
- arrow_forwardRepeated customer issues
business Department-Specific Card Linking
Sales Opportunity Linking
- checkLink related opportunities for same client
- checkConnect prerequisites and approvals
- checkTrack multi-product sales coordination
Development Task Dependencies
- checkBreak epics into manageable tasks
- checkTrack technical dependencies
- checkCoordinate frontend/backend work
HR Process Coordination
- checkCoordinate hiring pipeline stages
- checkLink approval processes
- checkConnect related HR initiatives
Support Issue Relationships
- checkGroup related customer issues
- checkLink to root cause analysis
- checkTrack escalation chains
psychology Smart Linking Features
Suggested Links
AI-powered suggestions for potential card relationships based on content, keywords, and team patterns.
Dependency Notifications
Automatic alerts when blocking cards are completed or when dependent work can begin.
Visual Relationship Maps
Interactive diagrams showing how cards connect, making complex relationships easy to understand at a glance.
Status Propagation
Automatically update related cards when status changes occur, keeping everyone informed of impacts.
star Key Benefits
Complete Context
Never work in isolation again. See how your work connects to the bigger picture and understand dependencies before they become blockers.
Faster Coordination
Eliminate delays caused by unknown dependencies. Teams can plan better and coordinate more effectively when relationships are clear.
Reduced Redundancy
Identify duplicate work and similar efforts before they waste resources. Link related work to consolidate and collaborate.
Better Planning
Understanding work relationships enables better project planning, resource allocation, and timeline estimation.
groups Cross-Department Coordination
Sales ↔ Delivery
Link sales opportunities to implementation projects, ensuring smooth handoffs and realistic expectations.
Support ↔ Development
Connect customer issues to bug fixes and feature requests, closing the feedback loop.
HR ↔ Operations
Link hiring needs to operational capacity planning and team expansion initiatives.
device_hub Related Features
Card Management
Create and organize interconnected work items
Workflow Management
Design workflows that handle card dependencies
Dashboard Analytics
Visualize relationships and dependency chains