RefSense
Never Lose Track of a Reference Again.
Manage cross-project references effortlessly within Polarion. Whether you are linking requirements, tracking dependencies, or maintaining traceability -- RefSense keeps everything connected.

What You Get
Everything your team needs to manage references across projects -- without the complexity.
Cross-Project Visibility
See and manage references that span multiple Polarion projects from a single, unified view. No more hunting through different project spaces to find linked items.
Works Where You Work
Available as both a dashboard widget and a work item form extension. Access references from your project overview or right alongside the work item you are editing.
Effortless Setup
Flexible configuration adapts to your project structure and naming conventions. Set it up once, and your team is ready to go.
Seamless Polarion Integration
Looks and feels like a native part of Polarion. No disruptive pop-ups, no separate windows -- just a smooth extension of your existing workflow.
Stay Compliant
Maintain complete reference traceability for audits and compliance. Every reference relationship is tracked and documented automatically.
Scale Across Teams
Works consistently whether you have one project or dozens. RefSense grows with your organization without added complexity.
Built for Traceability
RefSense is designed for teams that need to maintain clear, auditable connections across complex project landscapes.
Requirements Traceability
Link requirements across projects and lifecycle stages. Ensure nothing falls through the cracks when requirements evolve or get allocated to different teams.
Regulatory Compliance
Demonstrate traceability relationships for ISO 26262, DO-178C, IEC 62304, and other safety standards. References are documented and auditable.
Multi-Project Coordination
When your product spans multiple Polarion projects, RefSense keeps the connections visible and manageable for everyone involved.
Deployment Options
Two ways to access RefSense, each suited to a different part of your workflow.
Dashboard Widget
Add to any Polarion page for a bird's-eye view of cross-project references. Perfect for project managers and team leads who need the big picture.
Work Item Extension
Embedded directly in work item forms so engineers see relevant references in context, right where they are doing their work.
Ready to simplify your reference management?
See how RefSense helps teams maintain traceability across complex, multi-project environments.