Update the crew requirement of a work order task

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title: Update the crew requirement of a work order task
description: Add or update the number of agents to perform a particular type of work for a work order task.
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# Update the crew requirement of a work order task

Add or update the number of agents to perform a particular type of work for a work order task.

## Before you begin

Role required: wm\_admin, wm\_dispatcher

You must select the **Needs Crew** option in the work order task.

## About this task

The default minimum crew size is 2.

## Procedure

1.  Navigate to **All** > **Field Service** > **All Work Order Tasks**.

2.  Open a work order task from the list that is in the **Draft** or **Pending Dispatch** state.

3.  In the **Crew Requirement** related list, enter the number of agents needed in the **Minimum Crew Size** and **Recommended Crew Size** fields.

    **Note:**

    -   The recommended crew size should be equal to or greater than the minimum crew size.
    -   The minimum crew size must be equal to or greater than two.
4.  Click **Save**.