What is meant by Status changes?
The term "status changes" refers to the modification of the current state of an object, task, or process within a system. These changes are often crucial for tracking progress, managing workflows, and communicating between various stakeholders.
Typical software functions in the area of "status changes":
- Real-Time Status Updates: Automatic updates of the status of an object or process so that all users are immediately informed of changes.
- Notifications: Automated messages to relevant users when a status change occurs.
- History of Status Changes: Recording and managing all status changes made to ensure traceability.
- Permission Management: Controlling who can make changes to the status to protect data integrity.
- Integrations with Other Systems: Ability to integrate status changes into other software solutions to ensure consistent data.
- Reporting: Creating reports on status changes to analyze processes and identify opportunities for improvement.
Examples of "status changes":
- From "In Progress" to "Completed": A task or project is marked as completed after finishing.
- From "Approved" to "In Progress": An approved request is forwarded to the responsible team for execution.
- From "Active" to "Inactive": A user account is temporarily deactivated, for example, during a leave of absence.
- From "Waiting for Feedback" to "Approved": A document receives approval after the required feedback has been obtained.
- From "Shipped" to "Delivered": The shipping status of a package is updated once it has arrived at the recipient.
- From "In Queue" to "In Progress": An order is taken out of the queue and moved into processing.