Chapter 3. Feature Requests

Feature request = a system change or enhancement requested by a Sitka Site.

Process

  1. Ticket is received
  2. Make sure request includes all necessary information, make sure we have a clear understanding of what the library is asking for - email library for clarification if required
  3. Include descriptive subject line.
  4. Specify "Feature Request" in subject line.
  5. Add appropriate tags
  6. Search RT for existing tickets - link or merge as appropriate
  7. Search Launchpad for Bug or Wishlist Item -
  8. If no existing bug / wishlist item, create one
  9. If there is an existing bug - Select "This bug affects you"
  10. Add launchpad bug # to RT Ticket
  11. If indicated on Launch pad - include expected release in RT Ticket
  12. Move to Feature Request Queue
  13. Set ticket priority

    1. Low = 1 library request, or obscure feature (may be related to workflow, or library process)
    2. Medium = +1 library request, or useful feature that more sites will benefit from
    3. High = +1 library request, Interrupts workflow, or is a bug that requires significant development to resolve.
    4. Urgent - important or essential feature lost through upgrade
  14. Email library to advise issue has been put in feature request queue
  15. Include information about status (Launch pad / Sitka Development work)

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