# View Delay reason & factors of Revised Start Date/Due date

It allows viewing the delay reasons and factors that led to a change in a task start or due date.  This may include information such as unforeseen delays, changes to the project scope or requirements, or resource constraints. 

This feature can be particularly useful for understanding why a delay occurred and what steps can be taken to prevent similar delays in the future.

#### You can view it from 2 places:

* Task activity section
* Task list view

### View inside of a task activity section

### Steps to Use:

* Select a **task** whose start date/ due date has been revised **from a project**. The **task modal page** opens.
* Click the **activity section.**
* Here you will find the proposed revision of the deadline for this task with a reason for the delay.

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### View from the Task list views

### Steps to Use:

* First, click the **Preference** button**. Select** the **Reason For Delay** & **Delay Factors** option from the **Visible Column** section.
* In the **list view table**, these **two columns** will be added and from there you can **view** the **delay reason** along with **delay factors** for **tasks.**

<figure><img src="/files/TKhrmr8EwxEJp7S8obYG" alt=""><figcaption><p>View Delay reason &#x26; factors of Revised Start Date/Due date.</p></figcaption></figure>

### Benefits:

* By understanding the reasons and factors behind a delay, project managers and team members can take steps to mitigate similar delays in the future.&#x20;


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