> ## Documentation Index > Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.snapsec.co/llms.txt > Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further. # Lifecycle > Manage asset states across staging, active usage, and decommissioning with full visibility, restoration capabilities, and deep asset context. ## Overview The **Lifecycle Management** module allows teams to control how assets transition across different operational states — from staging to decommissioning — while maintaining full visibility and context. It ensures assets are never lost, supports recovery when needed, and preserves security and ownership data across the entire lifecycle. *** ## Staged Assets The **Staged** section acts as a holding layer for assets that are identified but not yet active. ### Key Behavior * Assets can be reviewed before activation * Prevents unverified assets from entering active inventory * Displays an empty state when no assets are staged *** ## Decommissioned Inventory The **Decommissioned** section stores assets that are no longer active but are retained for visibility and audit purposes. ### What You Can See * Asset name and type * Active vulnerabilities at time of decommission * Owner and ownership details * Who decommissioned the asset * Decommission date *** ## Restoring Assets Assets in the decommissioned state can be restored at any time. ### How It Works 1. Click the **three-dot menu (⋯)** 2. Select **Restore** 3. Asset returns to active inventory This ensures no asset is permanently lost and historical context remains intact. *** ## Lifecycle State Control Each asset is assigned a lifecycle state that defines its operational status. ### Available States * **Active** — Fully operational and monitored * **Pending** — Newly discovered and under review * **Staged** — Prepared but not yet active * **Decommissioned** — Retired but retained for visibility *** ## General Asset Information Provides core metadata required to understand the asset. ### Includes * Asset ID and type * Asset value (domain/IP) * Environment classification * Internal vs external designation * Associated assets * First and last detection timestamps *** ## Subdomain & Exposure Details Gives visibility into how the asset behaves externally. ### Key Insights * HTTP status code * External reachability * WAF presence and provider * Network scope *** ## Ownership & Accountability Every asset is mapped to an owner to ensure accountability. ### Includes * Assigned user * Team * Department * Custom assignment status *** ## Location & Infrastructure Data Provides infrastructure-level intelligence about the asset. ### Data Points * City, region, country * Latitude and longitude * ISP and ASN * Organization and timezone * IP version and exposure *** ## Security Overview Summarizes the security posture of the asset. ### Includes * Total vulnerabilities * Severity breakdown (Critical, High, Medium, Low, Info) * Open vs closed vulnerabilities * Aggregate CVSS score * Remediation progress *** ## Open Ports Displays exposed services and potential entry points into the asset. *** ## DNS Records Shows how the asset resolves across infrastructure. *** ## SSL Certificates Tracks certificate validity and encryption posture of the asset. *** ## Asset Relationships Helps understand how the asset connects with other components. *** ## Data Sources Displays integrations responsible for discovering and enriching asset data. *** ## Why This Matters * Prevents orphaned and unmanaged assets * Enables safe decommissioning without losing context * Allows quick restoration of critical assets * Maintains full lifecycle visibility across infrastructure * Preserves security, ownership, and operational history *** ## Explore Live Demo Experience how Snapsec AIM helps you manage asset states, restore assets instantly, and maintain complete lifecycle visibility across your infrastructure.