Configuring Sub-Types for Request Types
To classify a request type further, you can use sub-types. For example, a request type for software bugs might list each of the software applications supported by the IT organization as sub-types.
Adding Sub-Types to Request Types
To add sub-types to the request type:
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On the PPM Workbench shortcut bar, click Demand Mgmt > Request Types.
The Request Type Workbench opens.
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Open a request type.
The Request Type window opens.
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In the Request Type window, click the Sub-Types tab.
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Click New.
The Request Sub-Type window opens.
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Complete the fields described in the following table.
Field Name
Description
Sub-Type Name
The name of the sub-type.
Description
A description of the sub-type.
Enabled
Select to make the sub-type available to the system.
Select Yes to make the sub-type available to the system.
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Click OK.
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From the Sub-Types tab, click OK.
Editing Sub-Types for Request Types
To edit a sub-type:
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On the PPM Workbench shortcut bar, click Demand Mgmt > Request Types.
The Request Type Workbench opens.
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Open a request type.
The Request Type window opens.
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Click the Sub-Types tab.
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Select a subtype, and then click Edit.
The Request Sub-Type window opens.
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Complete the fields described in the following table.
Field Name
Description
Sub-Type Name
Name of the sub-type.
Description
Description of the sub-type.
Enabled
Select Yes to make the sub-type available to the system.
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Click OK.
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On the Sub-Types tab, click OK.
Deleting Subtypes from Request Types
To delete subtypes from a request type:
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On the PPM Workbench shortcut bar, click Demand Mgmt > Request Types.
The Request Type Workbench opens.
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Open a request type.
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In the Request Type window, click the Sub-Types tab.
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Select the sub-type to delete, and then click Remove.
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Click OK.