--- title: How to Use Projects description: Work orders can be linked to Projects to track the progress and cost of a project --- [Skip to content](https://help.fmiworks.com/knowledge/how-to-use-projects#main-content) English Show submenu for translations [Log a Ticket](https://help.fmiworks.com/knowledge/kb-tickets/new?hsLang=en) [Go to Customer Portal](https://help.fmiworks.com/support?hsLang=en) [![Logo.svg\]](https://help.fmiworks.com/hubfs/Logo.svg)](https://www.fmiworks.com/) Open main navigation Close main navigation - English Show submenu for translations - [Log a Ticket](https://help.fmiworks.com/knowledge/kb-tickets/new) - [Go to Customer Portal](https://help.fmiworks.com/support) Get expert help, any time you need it - There are no suggestions because the search field is empty. 1. [Help Centre](https://help.fmiworks.com/knowledge?hsLang=en) 2. [Facility Teams](https://help.fmiworks.com/knowledge/facility-teams?hsLang=en) 3. [Financial](https://help.fmiworks.com/knowledge/facility-teams?hsLang=en#financial) # How to Use Projects ## Work orders can be linked to Projects to track the progress and cost of a project This article is for FMI Works users who have been given the permission of Works Coordinator  ### Overview The Projects feature can provide useful visibility over projects within your facilities. Common scenarios for using Projects include: - Construction of new buildings. - Refurbishment projects. - Fit-outs. ### Creating a Project The first step is to set up the Project.  See [How to Create a Project](https://help.fmiworks.com/knowledge/how-to-create-a-project?hsLang=en) for instructions. ### Adding work orders to projects From the *Requests* portal, create a work order by selecting the Standard Request for project work. Ensure to include the project details in the additional information field. ![](https://help.fmiworks.com/hubfs/image-png-May-10-2023-12-25-14-9060-AM.png) From the *Services* module open the work order. - Copy and paste the project details from *Full Description* to the *Short Description*. - In the *Full Description* add in any additional instructions for your contractor. - Update the *Service Type* and *Job Activity.* - Select the *Project*. - Select the *Priority* (timeframe to complete work). - Select the *Assignee* (internal trades or contractor). ![](https://help.fmiworks.com/hubfs/image-png-May-10-2023-12-52-13-3324-AM.png) Depending on your project plan you can adjust the scheduled start date, the expected completion date, and the expected duration (Hours). If required, provide additional documentation by uploading it onto the work order or flag from the Standard Documents options (e.g., SWWS, JSA). This can be performed on the work order *Document tab. * If applicable select the asset/s. From the *Current Status* drop down, select *Work In Progress*. ![](https://help.fmiworks.com/hubfs/image-png-May-10-2023-01-00-12-4769-AM.png) ### Project tracking and reporting From the *Services* module, go to *Work > Project.* Open the Project and go to the *Work Orders* tab. 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