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title: "Current state period"
url: "https://kb.retailsonar.com/en/article/current-state-period"
language: "en"
last_updated: "2025-03-14T17:05:13.127Z"
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# Current state period

#### **What is the Current State?**

Most platforms contain a **baseline period** that reflects recent network changes that were not yet incorporated into the most recent sales data. This period is called **"The current ttate "** and represents the **most up-to-date version of the network**.

#### **How is the Current State used?**

The **Current State** period is a copy of your most recent baseline period, including openings & closures and certain location characteristic changes (e.g. recently opened locations will be indicated as mature locations) since the last date of your sales period. 

This **Current State** period is primarily used in **Location Planning** to run simulations that reflect the most recent state of the network, allowing users to analyze different simulations based on the latest real adjustments.

#### **Keeping the Current State Up to Date**

If new real network changes occur during the year, users with the **"baseline manager"** or **superuser** role can update the **Current State** through the **data management module**. This ensures that all simulations are built on an accurate and up-to-date representation of the network.

#### **Relationship Between Future State and Current State**

-   The **Current State** is used for **predictive modeling** and reflects the latest known network conditions.
-   The [**Future State**](https://kb.retailsonar.com/en/article/futur-state-period) builds upon this and incorporates expected changes to support **optimization efforts**.

By maintaining both **Current State** and [**Future State**](https://kb.retailsonar.com/en/article/futur-state-period), users can ensure that simulations in the planning and optimisation section take account of both **current realities** and **future expectations**.