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# Department

The **Department** section provides an interface for managing organizational departments.

**Key Features:**

* **Department Overview:** Users can view a list of existing departments, including their names and parent departments, with an option to view more details.
* **Filters:** Quick filtering options allow users to refine the list of departments by name or parent department.
* **Pagination:** Displays a limited number of entries per page, enabling users to navigate through the department list easily.
* **Add Department Functionality:** Users can add new departments by specifying:

1. **Name:** Required field for the department title (e.g., Human Resource).
2. **Parent Department:** Optional field for categorization.

**Purpose**

The Department section helps establish an organized structure within the company, enhancing communication and collaboration among teams.