Task Definition - BQUPTD

The Bid/Quote Management (BQ) Task Definition (BQUPTD) page is used to define all tasks that will be used in a formal bid process. Task definitions may include any task dependencies that the user wants BusinessPlus to control. If dependencies are established, BusinessPlus will validate them as users try to mark tasks as complete. For example, all pre-tasks must be completed prior to the system allowing the task in question to be marked as completed. Pre- and post-tasks can be established as required. You may "page" through all items entered. Another important item on this page is the number of days necessary to complete the task. Days may be expressed in either business (i.e., workdays) or calendar days. This information is used to establish a total timeline for a complete bid cycle. Miscellaneous comments are entered at the bottom of the page.

Task ID: Select an existing task number or enter a new one.
Task Title: Free-form title used to briefly describe the task.
Description: Free-form description field used to further describe the task.
Task Days Required: User entered. This field is used to store the number of days necessary to complete the task. Choose either Business or Calendar.
Pre-Tasks: Validated against previously defined tasks. Used to establish order in which tasks must be accomplished. All tasks listed will have to be completed before the task being defined on this page can be completed. Once a valid task number is entered, its description will be echoed.
Post-Tasks: Validated against previously defined tasks. Used to establish order in which tasks must be accomplished. No task listed can be marked as complete until the task being defined on this page is complete. Once a valid task number is entered, its description will be echoed.
Comments: Enter any miscellaneous comments about the record.