Get ready for a smoother project management experience with Broadcom’s latest updates to Clarity! We’re excited to explore the newest version, 16.2.1, but first, let’s briefly revisit the significant enhancements introduced in Clarity 16.2.
Broadcom’s 16.2 update brought powerful features to elevate your Clarity experience. Here’s a quick recap of some key improvements:
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AI-powered Project Status Reporting (Beta): A glimpse into the future, 16.2 introduced AI-powered project status reporting, allowing you to generate summaries and save valuable time (this functionality is further enhanced in 16.2.1).
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Enhanced Data Import: Streamlined data import capabilities with support for business rules ensure data accuracy and consistency.
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Improved Resource Management: New features like the Staffing Blueprint and enhancements to the Action Framework provide better tools for resource planning and allocation.
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Objective-driven Management: The introduction of the Objective Investments Module fosters a strategic approach to project portfolio management.
Now that we’re caught up on the latest advancements, let’s delve into the exciting world of Clarity 16.2.1!
Broadcom Clarity 16.2.1: Unleash Efficiency and Streamline Workflows
Broadcom Clarity 16.2.1 isn’t just an update – it’s a game-changer for project management! Here’s a closer look at the powerful new features designed to streamline your workflows and boost overall efficiency:
Revolutionized Resource Management:
- Resource Directory & Relationship Explorer: A centralized directory provides a clear picture of your talent pool. Explore skillsets, experience, and availability to optimize resource allocation. The intuitive relationship explorer identifies collaboration opportunities and potential bottlenecks.
- Enhanced Staffing Blueprint & Action Framework: Leverage the improved Staffing Blueprint for more strategic workforce planning. The Action Framework gets a boost with additional functionalities to refine resource assignments and track progress more effectively.
Investment Management Made Easy:
- Configurable Milestone Timelines: Tailor milestone timelines to perfectly match your investment phases, ensuring clarity and control over project lifecycles.
- Simplified Risk & Issue Handling: Focus on solutions, not paperwork. The streamlined risk and issue management tools in 16.2.1 allow for faster identification, mitigation, and resolution of potential roadblocks.
- External Task Dependencies: Break down silos and ensure seamless collaboration. Manage dependencies on external tasks, even those outside of Clarity, for a truly connected project ecosystem.
- Strategic Alignment with OKRs: Bridge the gap between strategic goals and daily operations. The dedicated Investments module allows you to link investments directly to objectives and key results (OKRs), fostering a more strategic approach to project portfolio management.
- Enhanced Dashboards & Canvas: Create compelling and insightful dashboards with ease. 16.2.1 introduces the ability to display and group per-period metrics in table widgets, providing a clearer view of project health and performance.
- AI-powered Project Status Reporting (Beta): Artificial intelligence generates project status report summaries, saving valuable time and effort (requires activation).
- Improved Mobile App Functionality: Experience a more user-friendly mobile app with features like managing checklist sections, streamlined access to timesheet information, and customizable menus.
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For a complete list of features and functionalities in Clarity 16.2.1, please refer to the Broadcom Clarity 16.2.1 Release Notes.