How to Add Impediment in Jira

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In Jira, you can track impediments by creating an issue type specifically for impediments. Here’s how you can do it:

1. Navigate to the board or project where you want to add the impediment and click on the 'Create' button at the top of the screen.
2. Select the issue type.
3. Provide a summary in the empty field.
4. Provide the label and parent for the issue.
5. Check the checkbox to add the impediment.
6. Once you have added the impediment, click 'Save' to confirm the action.
7. A notification pops up once the issue has been created.
8. By following these steps, it helps ensure that impediments are visible and managed effectively in your Jira project.