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How to Schedule Jira Work Item Reminders (Former Guide)

Overview

The Scheduled Reminder feature allows users to create reminders linked to a specific Jira work item. Reminders are configured directly within Jira and delivered through Microsoft Teams.

Once a reminder is created:

  • A confirmation notification is sent to Microsoft Teams indicating the reminder has been scheduled successfully.

  • A follow-up notification containing the reminder message is automatically delivered at the configured date and time.


How to Create a Scheduled Reminder

1. Open the Relevant Jira Work Item

Open the Jira issue or work item where the reminder should be configured.

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2. Open the Microsoft Teams Section

Navigate to the Microsoft Teams section within the Jira work item.

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3. Authenticate with Microsoft Teams

Select Login to Microsoft Teams and complete the authentication process if prompted.

Then select Scheduled Reminder.

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4. Configure the Reminder

Complete the reminder details:

  • Select the desired Delivery date and time

  • Enter the Reminder message

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5. Save the Reminder

Select one of the following options:

  • Set Reminder to save and schedule the reminder

  • Cancel to discard changes


Notification Flow

After the reminder is configured:

Confirmation Notification

Microsoft Teams receives a confirmation message indicating the reminder has been scheduled successfully.

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Scheduled Reminder Notification

At the configured date and time, Microsoft Teams sends the scheduled reminder notification.

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Common Use Cases

Scheduled reminders can help teams:

  • Follow up on pending tasks

  • Track deadlines and milestones

  • Remind users about approvals or reviews

  • Coordinate deployments or releases

  • Ensure important work items are not missed



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