With each installation or upgrade, it is recommended that you create a Portal announcement for display to users as to the current stage of the machine, its state, and whether there are any current issues that might impact users.

The following are example messages:

• Stage: Proof of Concept

  
  Stage: Proof of Concept
  State: Functional
  Notes:
  This system is intended to demonstrate Tealeaf capabilities only.  This system
  should not be used for any functions other than demonstrating system functionality.
  
  For more information, contact your Tealeaf administrator. 
  

• Stage: Development

  
  Stage: Development
  State: Functional
  Notes:
  This system is under construction. Users may experience problems using the system.
  
  For more information, contact your Tealeaf administrator. 

• Stage: Staging

  
  Stage: Staging
  State: Functional
  Notes:
  This system is currently being tested for production release. Please report any problems.
  
  For more information, contact your Tealeaf administrator. 
  

• Stage: Production
  Note: For most production environments, a Portal announcement is unnecessary. If you create one following the pattern above, it should expire within a few days of launching the production environment.