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Create a Pipeline

This article explains how to create a new pipeline in NextStage.

Written by Rye Jones
Updated over a month ago

Pipelines help you organize opportunities by stage, such as Identification, Capture, Proposal, and Award.


Prerequisite

You must have Admin permissions to create or manage pipelines.


Step 1: Navigate to Pipelines

Click Pipelines in the left navigation menu.


Step 2: Open Manage Pipelines

In the top right corner of the pipeline view, click Manage Pipelines.

This will open the Manage Pipelines window.


Step 3: Click Add Pipeline

In the Manage Pipelines window, click + Add Pipeline.


Step 4: Name Your Pipeline

Enter a name for your new pipeline when prompted.

Choose a name that reflects its purpose, such as:

  • Business Development Pipeline

  • Capture Pipeline

  • Proposal Pipeline

  • FY2025 Pipeline

Confirm to create the pipeline.


Step 5: Start Using Your Pipeline

Once created, your new pipeline will appear in your pipeline list. You can begin adding stages and managing opportunities within it.


Summary

Creating pipelines allows you to:

  • Organize opportunities by workflow or team

  • Separate pipelines by fiscal year, customer, or business unit

  • Manage capture and proposal activities more effectively

To create a pipeline as an Admin, go to the Pipeline page and click Manage Pipelines in the top right. Click the “Add Pipeline” button and give your new pipeline a name. You’ll be taken to the new pipeline after you create it.

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