The Documents tab allows you to centralize all files and SharePoint document locations related to an Opportunity. This ensures your capture and proposal teams can easily access solicitation documents, proposal drafts, pricing files, and supporting materials in one place.
You can add documents by uploading files directly or connecting SharePoint sites and folders.
Note: to add or view a SharePoint site and itβs documents you must have logged in with your Microsoft account.
Accessing the Documents TabAccessing the Documents Tab
To add or manage Opportunity documents:
Navigate to your Pipeline
Click on the desired Opportunity
Select the Documents tab
This tab displays all uploaded files and connected SharePoint locations associated with the Opportunity.
Adding Documents
Click the Add Attachment button to add documents. You will be presented with the following options:
Upload file β Upload documents directly from your computer
SharePoint Site β Connect and link an entire SharePoint site
SharePoint Folder β Connect and link a specific SharePoint folder
These options allow you to centralize all Opportunity-related materials within NextStage.
Connecting SharePoint
NextStage integrates with Microsoft SharePoint, allowing you to connect SharePoint sites and folders directly to your Opportunity.
To connect SharePoint:
Click Add Attachment
Select SharePoint Site or SharePoint Folder
Click Authorize NextStage
Sign in using your Microsoft account
Once connected, you can access SharePoint documents directly from the Opportunity.
Important: You must be logged in with your Microsoft account and have permission to access the SharePoint site or folder.
Uploading Files
To upload files directly to the Opportunity:
Click Add Attachment
Select Upload file
Choose the file from your computer
Uploaded files will be stored within the Opportunity and accessible to your team.
This is useful for storing:
Solicitation documents
Proposal drafts
Pricing files
Capture plans
Supporting documentation
Managing Opportunity Documents
All uploaded files and connected SharePoint locations will appear in the Documents tab, where users can:
Access uploaded files
Open connected SharePoint folders
Remove attachments as needed
Maintaining documents within the Opportunity ensures capture and proposal teams have centralized access to all relevant materials throughout the capture and proposal lifecycle.
