> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.p36-csq.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Use Cases

> Comprehensive guide to managing cloud service qualification use cases

## Overview

Use case management is the core functionality of the CSQ Platform, enabling you to define, and manage cloud service qualification use cases.

<img src="https://mintcdn.com/csq/OVLrH_JrQyHV1OVG/images/use_case_ui/use_case_overview.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=OVLrH_JrQyHV1OVG&q=85&s=2b98e0789dad655f19a378227f5a0b80" alt="Use Case Overview" width="1905" height="753" data-path="images/use_case_ui/use_case_overview.png" />

## Use Case Lifecycle

<Steps>
  <Step title="Creation">
    Define use case requirements, services, and qualification criteria
  </Step>

  <Step title="Configuration">
    Set up notifications, and reporting preferences
  </Step>

  <Step title="Approval">
    Submit for review and approval by designated stakeholders
  </Step>

  <Step title="Activation">
    Deploy and begin monitoring cloud service qualifications
  </Step>

  <Step title="Retirement">
    Deactivate when no longer needed, preserving historical data
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Status Management

Understanding use case statuses:

| Status       | Description           | Available Actions                 |
| ------------ | --------------------- | --------------------------------- |
| **Draft**    | Under development     | Edit, Retire, Submit for Approval |
| **Approval** | Awaiting review       | View, Cancel Approval             |
| **Active**   | Currently monitoring  | View, Deactivate, Retire          |
| **Inactive** | Temporarily suspended | View, Reactivate, Retire          |
| **Retired**  | No longer active      | View                              |