Backlog Features
What are the features of Backlog?
Tasks
- Creation & Assignment
- Due Dates
- Task Prioritization
- To-Do Lists
- Dependecies
- Mass Updates
- Drag & Drop
- Recurring Tasks
Projects
- Project Map
- GANTT
Bug Reporting
- User Reports & Feedback
- Tester Reports & Feedback
- Team Reports & Comments
Bug Monitoring
- Bug History
- Data Retention
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Tasks
Creation & Assignment | Based on 113 Backlog reviews. Create and assign tasks for individual users with details and due dates. | 93% (Based on 113 reviews) | |
Due Dates | Set deadlines and milestones for tasks, manually or automatically (based on project templates). 112 reviewers of Backlog have provided feedback on this feature. | 90% (Based on 112 reviews) | |
Task Prioritization | Based on 109 Backlog reviews. Set priority levels on tasks so individuals can organize their work. | 91% (Based on 109 reviews) | |
To-Do Lists | Each user can view their list of tasks to be completed without having access to other tasks. This feature was mentioned in 106 Backlog reviews. | 89% (Based on 106 reviews) | |
Dependecies | Define dependencies between tasks and the rules to manage them. This feature was mentioned in 108 Backlog reviews. | 86% (Based on 108 reviews) | |
Mass Updates | As reported in 107 Backlog reviews. Allows users to update multiple tasks at the same time, accross multiple projects. | 87% (Based on 107 reviews) | |
Drag & Drop | Users can move tasks and change dependencies using drag and drop. 108 reviewers of Backlog have provided feedback on this feature. | 89% (Based on 108 reviews) | |
Recurring Tasks | Define recurring tasks that can be scheduled automatically at pre-defined intervals. 105 reviewers of Backlog have provided feedback on this feature. | 88% (Based on 105 reviews) |
Projects
Planning | Plan and create work breakdown structure (WBS) based on the scope of the project. 104 reviewers of Backlog have provided feedback on this feature. | 88% (Based on 104 reviews) | |
Project Map | Projects can be mapped out with milestones, due dates, deliverables and interdependencies. 105 reviewers of Backlog have provided feedback on this feature. | 87% (Based on 105 reviews) | |
GANTT | Provide visual representations of tasks, dependencies, and progress. This feature was mentioned in 105 Backlog reviews. | 88% (Based on 105 reviews) | |
Calendar View | Based on 104 Backlog reviews. Planned projects are mapped to a schedule with due dates and deliverables detailed day-by-day. | 88% (Based on 104 reviews) | |
Views | Create customized project views for internal and external purposes (eg: for customers). 105 reviewers of Backlog have provided feedback on this feature. | 89% (Based on 105 reviews) | |
Project Budgeting | Associate a budget with a project and allocate it accordingly by task or resource. This feature was mentioned in 104 Backlog reviews. | 87% (Based on 104 reviews) | |
Issue Tracking | As reported in 104 Backlog reviews. Track issues at the project or task level, and manage resolutions. | 90% (Based on 104 reviews) | |
Templates | As reported in 103 Backlog reviews. Provide standards templates that can be customized by users to create new projects. | 86% (Based on 103 reviews) | |
Critical Path | Automatically calculate the critical path for projects and update it when projects change. This feature was mentioned in 103 Backlog reviews. | 86% (Based on 103 reviews) | |
Time & Expense | Based on 104 Backlog reviews. Track time and expenses associated with projects or tasks. | 87% (Based on 104 reviews) | |
Methodologies | Based on 102 Backlog reviews. Support agile and waterfall project management methodologies. | 86% (Based on 102 reviews) |
Resource Management
Resource Definiton | Create human and material resources and categorize them based on skills and other criteria. This feature was mentioned in 102 Backlog reviews. | 88% (Based on 102 reviews) | |
Capacity | Monitor capacity in real time to track resource use and identify bottlenecks. 102 reviewers of Backlog have provided feedback on this feature. | 88% (Based on 102 reviews) | |
Scheduling | Based on 101 Backlog reviews. Allocate resources by matching capacity and demand, by project, team, or department. | 89% (Based on 101 reviews) |
Project Monitoring
Baselining / KPIs | As reported in 102 Backlog reviews. Track key performance indicators or baseline assessments throughout project lifecycle or across multiple projects. | 89% (Based on 102 reviews) | |
Resource Allocation | Monitor resource allocation to identify shortages and adjust accordingly. This feature was mentioned in 103 Backlog reviews. | 87% (Based on 103 reviews) | |
Dashboards | Deliver dashboards that display project data and KPIs in real time. 103 reviewers of Backlog have provided feedback on this feature. | 89% (Based on 103 reviews) |
Bug Reporting
User Reports & Feedback | Give users in-app method of reporting bugs and leaving general performance feedback. 140 reviewers of Backlog have provided feedback on this feature. | 89% (Based on 140 reviews) | |
Tester Reports & Feedback | Give testers in-app method of reporting bugs and leaving general performance feedback. This feature was mentioned in 139 Backlog reviews. | 89% (Based on 139 reviews) | |
Team Reports & Comments | As reported in 149 Backlog reviews. Give team members method of reporting bugs and leaving comments on bug status. | 91% (Based on 149 reviews) |
Bug Monitoring
Bug History | Track history of bug status by application version, date, etc. 151 reviewers of Backlog have provided feedback on this feature. | 91% (Based on 151 reviews) | |
Data Retention | As reported in 144 Backlog reviews. Store bug tracking data for an appropriate and useful amount of time. | 91% (Based on 144 reviews) |
Task Creation
Creation & Assignment | As reported in 81 Backlog reviews. Create and assign tasks for individual users with details and due dates. | 92% (Based on 81 reviews) | |
Due Dates | As reported in 81 Backlog reviews. Set deadlines and milestones for tasks, manually or automatically (based on project templates). | 91% (Based on 81 reviews) | |
Drag & Drop | Users can move tasks and change dependencies using drag and drop. 81 reviewers of Backlog have provided feedback on this feature. | 91% (Based on 81 reviews) | |
Mass Updates | As reported in 80 Backlog reviews. Allows users to update multiple tasks at the same time, accross multiple projects. | 92% (Based on 80 reviews) |
Task Management
Task Prioritization | Based on 81 Backlog reviews. Set priority levels on tasks so individuals can organize their work. | 92% (Based on 81 reviews) | |
To-Do Lists | See feature definition | Each user can view their list of tasks to be completed without having access to other tasks. 81 reviewers of Backlog have provided feedback on this feature. | 91% (Based on 81 reviews) |
Dependecies | Based on 81 Backlog reviews. Define dependencies between tasks and the rules to manage them. | 89% (Based on 81 reviews) | |
Recurring Tasks | As reported in 80 Backlog reviews. Define recurring tasks that can be scheduled automatically at pre-defined intervals. | 90% (Based on 80 reviews) |
Automation
Workflows | Provide standard workflows that can be used accross the company. This feature was mentioned in 43 Backlog reviews. | 88% (Based on 43 reviews) | |
Customization | As reported in 44 Backlog reviews. Allow administrators to configure workflows and processes. | 88% (Based on 44 reviews) | |
Data repository | Based on 44 Backlog reviews. Deliver a single data repository for all project information. | 91% (Based on 44 reviews) |
Administration
Permissions | Define and manage roles and access rights for the entire system. 44 reviewers of Backlog have provided feedback on this feature. | 93% (Based on 44 reviews) | |
Procedures | Based on 44 Backlog reviews. Maintain procedures for data access and governance. | 92% (Based on 44 reviews) | |
Remote Work | Allow users to use the system online and on mobile devices. This feature was mentioned in 44 Backlog reviews. | 96% (Based on 44 reviews) |
Project management
Task Prioritization | As reported in 45 Backlog reviews. Set priority levels on tasks so individuals can organize their work. | 94% (Based on 45 reviews) | |
Dependecies | Define dependencies between tasks and the rules to manage them. 43 reviewers of Backlog have provided feedback on this feature. | 90% (Based on 43 reviews) | |
Planning | As reported in 44 Backlog reviews. Plan and create work breakdown structure (WBS) based on the scope of the project. | 91% (Based on 44 reviews) | |
Views | Create customized project views for internal and external purposes (eg: for customers). This feature was mentioned in 44 Backlog reviews. | 93% (Based on 44 reviews) | |
Scheduling | Allocate resources by matching capacity and demand, by project, team, or department. This feature was mentioned in 44 Backlog reviews. | 91% (Based on 44 reviews) | |
Critical Path | Automatically calculate the critical path for projects and update it when projects change. 44 reviewers of Backlog have provided feedback on this feature. | 91% (Based on 44 reviews) | |
Dashboards | Deliver dashboards that display project data and KPIs in real time. 44 reviewers of Backlog have provided feedback on this feature. | 96% (Based on 44 reviews) |
Workload
Resource Allocation | Based on 45 Backlog reviews. Monitor resource allocation to identify shortages and adjust accordingly. | 93% (Based on 45 reviews) | |
Workspace | As reported in 45 Backlog reviews. Define customizable workspace for teams, departments, and external users. | 94% (Based on 45 reviews) | |
Configuration | As reported in 45 Backlog reviews. Provide drag and drop options to configure workspaces. | 91% (Based on 45 reviews) | |
Insights | Monitor work accross the company and analyze performance. This feature was mentioned in 44 Backlog reviews. | 92% (Based on 44 reviews) |
Communication & Collaboration
Communication Channels | Based on 44 Backlog reviews. Support multiple channels for internal and external communications. | 94% (Based on 44 reviews) | |
Document Management | See feature definition | Based on 43 Backlog reviews. Allow users to share and collaborate on documents and files. | 92% (Based on 43 reviews) |
Collaboration | Help users meet, share workspaces, and collaborate on tasks. 43 reviewers of Backlog have provided feedback on this feature. | 93% (Based on 43 reviews) |
Cost Management
Project Budgeting | Based on 43 Backlog reviews. Associate a budget with a project and allocate it accordingly by task or resource. | 90% (Based on 43 reviews) | |
Time & Expense | Track time and expenses associated with projects or tasks. This feature was mentioned in 43 Backlog reviews. | 92% (Based on 43 reviews) | |
Profitability | Monitor project proftability by team or department. 43 reviewers of Backlog have provided feedback on this feature. | 92% (Based on 43 reviews) |
Integration
Front Office | As reported in 43 Backlog reviews. Integrate with CRM, marketing, or customer service software. | 89% (Based on 43 reviews) | |
Back Office | Provide integration with accounting software and ERP systems. This feature was mentioned in 43 Backlog reviews. | 91% (Based on 43 reviews) | |
External data | As reported in 42 Backlog reviews. Connect to external data sources such as databases or BI software. | 92% (Based on 42 reviews) |
Communication
Chat | As reported in 65 Backlog reviews. Provide live chat tools for instant messaging | 81% (Based on 65 reviews) | |
Discussions | Based on 67 Backlog reviews. Ability to involve multiple users in public or private discussions | 84% (Based on 67 reviews) | |
External | As reported in 65 Backlog reviews. Allow external users to use chat and discussions | 81% (Based on 65 reviews) | |
Feedback | Based on 64 Backlog reviews. Provide functionality to create and manage polls and surveys | 86% (Based on 64 reviews) | |
Announcements | Manage news and announcements by company or department 63 reviewers of Backlog have provided feedback on this feature. | 84% (Based on 63 reviews) |
Content & Documents
File Sharing | See feature definition | Documents can be shared between users and teams 66 reviewers of Backlog have provided feedback on this feature. | 84% (Based on 66 reviews) |
Notes | User can share notes with colleagues or external users This feature was mentioned in 70 Backlog reviews. | 86% (Based on 70 reviews) | |
Search | As reported in 70 Backlog reviews. Help users find documents and other types of content | 84% (Based on 70 reviews) | |
Versioning | Keep track of document versions and related changes This feature was mentioned in 67 Backlog reviews. | 84% (Based on 67 reviews) |
Controls
Custom Views | Create personalized project views for collaboration This feature was mentioned in 67 Backlog reviews. | 85% (Based on 67 reviews) | |
Followers | Allow users to follow tasks which are not assigned to them This feature was mentioned in 64 Backlog reviews. | 84% (Based on 64 reviews) | |
User Management | As reported in 68 Backlog reviews. Define and manage users access to documents and collaboration features | 87% (Based on 68 reviews) | |
Calendars | Based on 62 Backlog reviews. Manage private and shared calendars and associated events | 84% (Based on 62 reviews) | |
Public Sharing | As reported in 62 Backlog reviews. Make project views available for the public. | 83% (Based on 62 reviews) |
Project Management
Task Management | As reported in 72 Backlog reviews. Include features to create, assign, and manage tasks. | 92% (Based on 72 reviews) | |
Planning | Deliver project plans that can be customized by users. This feature was mentioned in 68 Backlog reviews. | 90% (Based on 68 reviews) | |
Visibility | Provide visibility into collaborative processes accross the company This feature was mentioned in 68 Backlog reviews. | 90% (Based on 68 reviews) | |
Integration | Provide integration with task management and project management software. 64 reviewers of Backlog have provided feedback on this feature. | 86% (Based on 64 reviews) |
Remote Collaboration
Alignment | Align remote employees with their colleagues and external users This feature was mentioned in 66 Backlog reviews. | 87% (Based on 66 reviews) | |
Accountability | Define and track responsabilities for remote users 66 reviewers of Backlog have provided feedback on this feature. | 89% (Based on 66 reviews) | |
Connectivity | Allow users to connect to tools that they use remotely 64 reviewers of Backlog have provided feedback on this feature. | 87% (Based on 64 reviews) | |
Offline Mode | Users can work offline and changes are synced when they back online This feature was mentioned in 62 Backlog reviews. | 79% (Based on 62 reviews) |
Generative AI
AI Text Generation | As reported in 30 Backlog reviews. Allows users to generate text based on a text prompt. | 67% (Based on 30 reviews) | |
AI Text Summarization | Based on 30 Backlog reviews. Condenses long documents or text into a brief summary. | 67% (Based on 30 reviews) | |
AI Text Generation | As reported in 54 Backlog reviews. Allows users to generate text based on a text prompt. | 82% (Based on 54 reviews) | |
AI Text Summarization | As reported in 54 Backlog reviews. Condenses long documents or text into a brief summary. | 83% (Based on 54 reviews) | |
AI Text Generation | Allows users to generate text based on a text prompt. This feature was mentioned in 35 Backlog reviews. | 83% (Based on 35 reviews) | |
AI Text Summarization | Condenses long documents or text into a brief summary. This feature was mentioned in 35 Backlog reviews. | 85% (Based on 35 reviews) | |
AI Text Generation | Based on 22 Backlog reviews. Allows users to generate text based on a text prompt. | 86% (Based on 22 reviews) | |
AI Text Summarization | As reported in 22 Backlog reviews. Condenses long documents or text into a brief summary. | 87% (Based on 22 reviews) |
Agentic AI - Bug Tracking
Adaptive Learning | Improves performance based on feedback and experience | Not enough data | |
Natural Language Interaction | Engages in human-like conversation for task delegation | Not enough data | |
Proactive Assistance | Anticipates needs and offers suggestions without prompting | Not enough data |
Agentic AI - Project Management
Autonomous Task Execution | Capability to perform complex tasks without constant human input | Not enough data | |
Multi-step Planning | Ability to break down and plan multi-step processes | Not enough data | |
Cross-system Integration | Works across multiple software systems or databases | Not enough data | |
Adaptive Learning | Improves performance based on feedback and experience | Not enough data | |
Natural Language Interaction | Engages in human-like conversation for task delegation | Not enough data | |
Proactive Assistance | Anticipates needs and offers suggestions without prompting | Not enough data | |
Decision Making | Makes informed choices based on available data and objectives | Not enough data |
Agentic AI - Work Management
Autonomous Task Execution | Capability to perform complex tasks without constant human input | Not enough data | |
Multi-step Planning | Ability to break down and plan multi-step processes | Not enough data | |
Cross-system Integration | Works across multiple software systems or databases | Not enough data | |
Natural Language Interaction | Engages in human-like conversation for task delegation | Not enough data |
Agentic AI - Project Collaboration
Multi-step Planning | Ability to break down and plan multi-step processes | Not enough data | |
Cross-system Integration | Works across multiple software systems or databases | Not enough data |