Integrating JIRA with Performance Module

Integrate JIRA with Keka HR's Performance Module to streamline goal tracking directly from JIRA. This integration allows you to automatically calculate the progress of your goals using data from JIRA. Let's walk through the steps to set up this integration and understand its features.

Steps for Integration

Enable JIRA Integration
Admin must first enable the JIRA integration from the Keka dashboard by navigating to the Apps section, locating JIRA, and clicking on "Enable".
Initial Setup for JIRA Connection
When adding a goal for the first time, employees or admins must enter the JIRA connection details:
- - Connection Name: Enter a unique name for the connection.
  - Server: Add the JIRA server link.
  - Email: Provide the email associated with the JIRA account.
  - Token: Enter the API token (created from the Atlassian account).

You can create API tokens from your Atlassian account as described here

3. Integrating Goals via JIRA

- For subsequent goals, only the JQL query is needed.
  - JQL Query: Enter the JQL query to track the progress.
  - Verify Query: Click to ensure the query is correct.
  - Save: Confirm to add the goal.

You can also check out our video tutorial below

Syncing Progress Once you3r objective is integrated with JIRA, a JIRA integration icon will appear next to the objective. Click on the JIRA icon to sync the data.

After syncing, the pop-up will close, and the progress bar will be updated. A success message will be displayed.

In case the sync fails, you can manually update the progress by clicking on the Edit icon after clicking on the goal.

By integrating JIRA, Keka HR facilitates automated and seamless goal tracking, improving efficiency and alignment with project tasks. This integration not only saves time but also enhances the accuracy of performance evaluations.

For more detailed steps and troubleshooting, refer to Keka's support documentation or contact customer support.