hostbasket/specs/features/communication.md
2025-04-21 14:49:40 +02:00

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Communication & Support

1. Tickets

Description

The ticket system provides a structured way for users to request support, report issues, or initiate processes that require staff intervention, ensuring that all requests are tracked and resolved efficiently.

UI Requirements

  • Ticket creation form with type selection and priority
  • Ticket listing with status indicators and filtering
  • Detailed ticket view with comment thread
  • File attachment capability with preview
  • Status and workflow progress indicators
  • Related ticket suggestions
  • Search functionality across tickets
  • Sorting and filtering options

Functional Requirements

  • Ticket creation with:
    • Type selection (support, technical, billing, etc.)
    • Subject and description fields
    • Priority selection
    • Attachment upload
  • Ticket workflow management:
    • +- evert flow will be managed this way
    • Status tracking (open, in progress, resolved, etc.)
    • Assignment to staff members
    • SLA tracking and escalation
    • Workflow steps based on ticket type
  • Comment system:
    • Rich text formatting (markdown)
    • @mentions for staff or departments
    • File attachments
    • Internal notes (staff only)
  • Notification system for ticket updates
  • Ticket linking and relationship management
  • Knowledge base integration for suggested solutions
  • Satisfaction surveys upon resolution
  • Linking to RWDA, Companies (Entities), Voting Request, ...

Data Requirements

  • Ticket metadata (type, subject, priority, etc.)
  • Ticket status and history
  • Comment thread
  • File attachments (need generic way how to deal with files, the webdav?)
  • Workflow configuration by ticket type
  • SLA definitions and tracking data
  • User and staff assignment information

2. Inbox

Description

The inbox system provides a centralized communication channel between users and the Digital Freezone platform, enabling efficient information exchange and notification delivery.

UI Requirements

  • Message listing with unread indicators
  • Message categorization with visual labels
  • Message detail view with threaded replies
  • Compose interface with formatting options (*)
  • Search and filter functionality (*)
  • Attachment handling with preview (*)
  • Bulk action capabilities (mark read, archive, etc.) (*)
  • Mobile-responsive design for on-the-go access (*)

Functional Requirements

  • Message reception from system and staff
  • Message composition and replies
  • Message categorization with labels (*)
  • Attachment handling (upload and download) (*)
  • Search across message content and metadata (*)
  • Filtering by date, sender, label, etc. (*)
  • Read/unread status tracking
  • Message archiving and deletion (*)
  • Integration with ticket system (comments appear in inbox)

3. Actions

TODO: maybe this is part of the ticketing system?

Description

The actions system provides users with a clear overview of tasks that require their attention or input, ensuring that workflow processes progress efficiently and users are aware of their responsibilities.

UI Requirements (*)

  • Action center dashboard with priority indicators
  • Action cards with clear descriptions and deadlines
  • Filtering and sorting options
  • Calendar view for deadline management
  • Completion tracking with progress indicators
  • Related entity links (tickets, RWDAs, etc.)
  • Mobile notifications for urgent actions
  • Historical view of completed actions

Functional Requirements (*)

  • Action creation based on workflow triggers
  • Action assignment to specific users
  • Deadline setting and tracking
  • Priority assignment and escalation
  • Action completion verification
  • Dependency management between actions
  • Reminder generation for approaching deadlines
  • Action delegation (if permitted)
  • Audit trail of action history
  • Reporting on action completion rates