Lifecycle Stage
A defined phase in a product life -- concept, design, development, release, production, or EOL -- with specific entry conditions, required deliverables, and exit gates enforced by PLM governance.
Why it matters
Lifecycle stages give organizations a shared vocabulary for where a product is in its development and production journey.
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Cite this definition
Finocchiaro, Michael. “Lifecycle Stage.” DemystifyingPLM PLM Glossary, 2026, https://www.demystifyingplm.com/glossary/lifecycle-stage