How are issues different from tasks?

Issues and tasks serve distinct functions within project management in Adobe Workfront. The correct answer highlights that issues do not typically affect the timeline of a project in the same way that tasks do.

Tasks are specific actions or work items that need to be completed to move the project forward, and they are directly tied to the project timeline. Delays in task completion can directly impact project deadlines and deliverables. Conversely, issues generally pertain to problems or challenges that arise during the course of a project. While they certainly need to be addressed, they often exist as background challenges and may not directly alter the project's planned timeline unless they escalate or require significant attention.

In terms of functionality, converting issues to tasks or projects can be common practice, thereby reinforcing the idea that issues are usually more about managing problems rather than executing components of a project. Issues may have assigned statuses, but they are not inherently tied to deadlines or the structured timing of project deliverables in the same way as tasks. Similarly, while issues may require a different approval process depending on the organizational structure, this is contingent on how a given organization defines its workflows. Thus, the main distinction highlighted here is related to the impact on the project timeline.