Hi everyone,
If you're working with task management in Ataccama, you might have questions about how tasks function, what customization is available, and how notifications are handled. In this article, we’ll break down the key features of the task system - covering task statuses, task visibility, and email notification options.
What task statuses are available in Ataccama?
Ataccama supports three built-in task statuses:
- New
- In Progress
- Completed
However, if you need more flexibility in how task progress is tracked, you can explore custom statuses within workflows. This can serve as an effective workaround in more complex workflow automation scenarios.
How long do completed tasks remain visible in the task overview?
Once a task is marked as completed, it continues to appear in the Ataccama task overview panel. By default:
- The system retrieves and displays the 30 most recent tasks, sorted by creation date (newest first).
- Tasks are not removed based on time, but older entries may be hidden due to pagination limits.
To access older tasks, simply scroll or use pagination controls in the UI. There is no predefined expiration period, so your tasks remain retrievable unless manually removed.
Can users receive email notifications for task assignments?
By default, task-related alerts appear in the notification section of the Ataccama platform. However, if your team requires email task notifications when tasks are created or assigned, it’s possible to configure this by adjusting the runtime server settings and adding specific Java parameters. This functionality isn't available out of the box, but it can be enabled with the help of the Ataccama professional services team.
This feature is especially useful for teams managing data quality review workflows, where immediate email alerts can streamline communication and accountability.
Share your experience
Are you using tasks to coordinate responsibilities across data quality projects? Have you implemented task-related email notifications in your Ataccama setup? Let’s continue the conversation in the comments below! 👇
