Stages created within the scope of a particular project can be used only by that project. Stages created at the global level can be used by one or many projects, as needed.
To create a stage:
Select the proper context for your new stage:
If you want to create a global stage, select All Projects.
If you want to create a project stage, select the relevant project from the list.
In the Administration module, select Stages & Lifecycle. The top half of the Stages & Lifecycle page shows the currently available stages. The bottom half of the page shows the currently configured lifecycle.
Click Create Global Stage/Create Project Stage. The Create Stage window is displayed.
Enter a name for the stage. The name must be unique within its scope. For example, a project stage must be given a name that is unique within that project. A global scope must have a name that is unique throughout the platform.
Select a lifecycle category:
Promote: Used for stages that are part of the promotion phase of the SDLC, where the application version is tested, promoted, and readied for eventual release.
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Click Create Stage. The new stage appears in the list of available stages.