Release attributes

Release classifications
A release classification describes the general purpose of a release. You can specify a classification at any time during the release life cycle, but releases are typically classified when they are created. It is strongly recommended that you apply a classification when you create a release. This product provides a built-in set of classifications that are commonly used in release processes.

Release types
In release management, each release has an optional release type. A release type is used to indicate the overall scope of the release. The creator of a release specifies a type for the release.

Release status and progress indicators
A Release has a status value and a progress value. Status is an internal value that is set automatically when key actions occur, such as release submission, acceptance, or rejection; you can also manually reset the status value. The progress value is set manually or by an automated job plan task.