When using a Drop list single choice custom column, you can configure it to automatically assign tasks, items, and bugs to specific users or groups. When an item is selected in the drop list column, it will be assigned to the users and/or groups associated with it.
1. Create or edit a custom column using the Drop list single choice type. See Adding custom project columns for more information.
When this type is selected, the Drop list configuration option appears.
2. Select Create Item.
The Create item dialog appears.
3. Enter the Item name.
This is the text that will appear in the custom column drop list.
4. Select an Item icon.
5. Select Auto assign to.
The Auto assign to dialog appears.
6. Select one or more users/groups from the list on the left, who you want to associate with the drop list item.
7. Select the right-facing arrow to move the selections to the Auto assign to list on the right.
8. Select OK to confirm and close the Auto assign to dialog.
9. Select OK to confirm and close the Create item dialog.
10. Repeat this for each item you want to add to the drop list.
11. Select OK to save.