Project Settings and Configuration Guide

What is Project Settings?

Project Settings in CRM LEAF allows administrators to configure various elements of project management, such as project defaults, status options, and project categories. These settings ensure structured project creation, tracking, and categorisation.

Project Settings Includes

  • Project Status Settings
  • Project Category

Project Status Settings

Example

Name Default Status Action
Not Started Yes Edit / Delete
In Progress No Edit / Delete
Completed No Edit / Delete
On Hold No Edit / Delete

Default Status determines the initial status assigned to a new project.

Project Category

Example

Category Name Action
Website Development Edit / Delete
Marketing Campaign Edit / Delete
Product Launch Edit / Delete

 

Project Categories help group and organise projects by purpose or department.

Quick Actions – Project Settings

Action How To
Add a New Project Status Navigate to Project Status Settings, click Add, and enter the status name.
Set Default Project Status Toggle Default Status when adding or editing a project status.
Add a New Project Category In Project Category, click Add, then enter a category name.
Edit or Delete Entries Use the Action column to make changes or remove entries.

FAQ – Project Settings

Q: Can I change the default project status later?
A: Yes, you can update the default project status anytime through the status settings.
Q: Can I assign multiple categories to a project?
A: No, each project can belong to one category at a time.
Q: What happens if I delete a project status in use?
A: The system may prompt you to reassign those projects to a different status before deletion.
Q: Is there a limit to how many statuses or categories I can create?
A: No, you can create as many as needed to suit your project structure.