Case Settings
This guide covers the configuration options and settings available for customizing the case management system.
Access Settings
Navigate to Settings > Cases to configure case-related options:
![Case Settings Page] Screenshot showing the main case settings interface
Status Configuration
Managing Case Statuses
Configure the available case statuses:
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Create Status:
- Label and description
- Color coding
- Stage assignment
- Unique value
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Edit Status:
- Modify existing status properties
- Update color and label
- Change stage assignment
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Delete Status:
- Remove unused statuses
- Handle cases with deleted status
![Status Management] Screenshot of the status management interface
Templates
Case Templates
Create and manage case templates:
- Define default values
- Set required fields
- Create specialized templates
- Organization-specific templates
Template Properties
Configure for each template:
- Name and description
- Default field values
- Required fields
- Automation rules
- Team assignments
![Template Configuration] Screenshot showing template creation and editing
Field Configuration
Custom Fields
Add organization-specific fields:
- Field types (text, number, date, etc.)
- Required/optional settings
- Default values
- Field validation
Field Display
Configure how fields appear:
- Field order
- Grouping
- Visibility conditions
- Mobile display
![Custom Fields] Screenshot of custom field configuration
Automation Settings
Workflow Rules
Configure automated actions:
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Triggers:
- Case creation
- Status changes
- Field updates
- Time-based events
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Actions:
- Status updates
- Assignments
- Notifications
- Integration calls
![Workflow Automation] Screenshot of workflow automation settings
Team Settings
Access Control
Configure team-based settings:
- Role permissions
- Team assignments
- Visibility rules
- Collaboration settings
Assignment Rules
Set up case assignment rules:
- Auto-assignment
- Load balancing
- Skill-based routing
- Backup assignments
![Team Configuration] Screenshot showing team and assignment settings
Integration Settings
External Systems
Configure integrations with:
- SIEM platforms
- Ticketing systems
- Communication tools
- Custom applications
API Configuration
Manage API settings:
- API keys
- Webhook endpoints
- Rate limits
- Authentication
![Integration Settings] Screenshot of integration configuration
Notification Settings
Email Notifications
Configure email alerts for:
- Case creation
- Status changes
- Assignments
- Comments
- Due dates
Other Notifications
Set up notifications for:
- Slack/Teams
- Mobile push
- Custom webhooks
- System alerts
![Notification Configuration] Screenshot showing notification settings
Analytics Settings
Metrics Configuration
Configure tracking for:
- Response times
- Resolution rates
- Team performance
- Custom metrics
Reporting
Set up report templates:
- Case summaries
- Team reports
- Custom reports
- Scheduled reports
![Analytics Settings] Screenshot of analytics and reporting configuration
Best Practices
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Status Management:
- Keep status list concise
- Use clear color coding
- Document status meanings
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Templates:
- Create templates for common cases
- Review and update regularly
- Get team feedback
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Fields:
- Only add necessary fields
- Use clear field labels
- Group related fields
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Automation:
- Start with simple rules
- Test thoroughly
- Monitor performance
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Permissions:
- Follow least privilege
- Regular access review
- Document role requirements
For information about working with cases, see Working with Cases.