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# Task Management with People Tasks in Equipme

The **People Tasks** feature in Equipme enables the integration of human interactions within automated workflows. This feature is particularly useful when certain steps in a process require manual approval or additional input from a person. With the **Task** component, you can define tasks that need to be handled by a specific individual, such as approving an order or providing additional information.

**Using the Task Component to Set Up People Tasks**

1. **Adding the Task Component**\
   To set up a task that requires human interaction, add the **Task** component in the Flow Designer. This component creates a specific task that a designated person must complete.
2. **Configuring Task Details**\
    After adding the Task component, you can configure the task details in the settings menu on the right. Here are some important fields to fill out:
   * **Task Title**: A short title that describes what needs to be done in this task. This title will appear in the notification received by the responsible person.
   * **Description**: A detailed description of the task. This information is also displayed in the notification and in the assignee’s dashboard, helping them understand the context of the task.
   * **Requester Email**: The email address of the person requesting the task. This allows the assignee to contact the requester if needed.
   * **Approver Email**: The email address of the person responsible for approving or rejecting the task.
   * **Decision By**: A date by which the decision (e.g., approval or rejection) must be made. This ensures that tasks are completed within a specified timeframe.
3. **People Tasks Section and Task Processing**\
   Once the task is created and the required details are filled in, it will appear in the **People Tasks** section of the assigned approver. In this section, the assignee can view all tasks assigned to them and check the details of each task. If necessary, they can approve or reject the task by clicking the appropriate options.
4. **Notifications and Tracking**\
   In addition to appearing in the People Tasks section, email notifications may also be sent, depending on your workflow settings. This ensures that important tasks are not overlooked. Moreover, all completed tasks and decisions are stored in the system for better tracking and accountability.

**Example: Approving an Order**

Let’s say you have a workflow that requires approval for new orders. When a new order is placed, the workflow automatically creates an approval request for the responsible person. This request appears in the **People Tasks** section of the approver, along with all relevant information such as product details, the requester’s information, and the expected delivery date. The approver can review the details and approve or reject the order directly from the People Tasks section.


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