Step-by-step guide
Categories
This section describes how Categories in TPD PRO help organize and filter Submissions and Compositions for easier navigation and data management.
What are Categories?
Categories in TPD PRO are internal organizational tools that help users group, sort, and filter key entities — such as Submissions and Compositions. They do not affect the content of XML submissions or regulatory filings, but they improve usability, clarity, and project management within the platform.
Where Categories Are Used
Submission Categories — Used to classify product notifications (e.g., by project, client, product type, or release cycle).
Composition Categories — Help organize formulations based on type, version, use case, or development stage.
Examples of Submission Categories
TPD Initial Submissions 2025
Modifications Q3 – UK
Client A – Nicotine-Free Range
Annual Reports 2024
Create a Category
Navigate to Categories (submissions) or Categories (compositions) from the left-hand menu
Click “Create”
Enter a clear and descriptive title (e.g., “New Products Q1 2025”)
Click “Save”
Assign Categories
When creating or editing a Submission or Composition, you can assign a category from the dropdown menu.
✅ This makes it easier to filter items in dashboards and quickly locate specific groups of data.
Filtering with Categories
Use filters in the Submissions or Compositions list views to display only items from a specific category
Helps manage large datasets across multiple brands, markets, and projects