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# Create a state model to define the workflow states and transitions

# Create a state model to define the workflow states and transitions {#ariaid-title1}

* Release version: Yokohama
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* Updated January 30, 2025
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* ![](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/portal-asset/ico-clock) 1 minute to read

Create a state model to define the workflow states and transition conditions for compliance case types and request types.

## Before you begin

Role required: sn_compliance_case_admin

## About this task

A state model is a list of states that describe the workflow of a record. With a state model, you can define the state transitions for a specific case or request type. The case type or request type follows the workflow states
and transition conditions that are defined in the state model.

## Procedure

1. Navigate to AllCompliance Case ManagementState Models.
2. Select New.
3. On the form, fill in the fields.  
   For a description of the field values on the GRC State Model form, see [GRC State Model form](https://servicenow-prod.fluidtopics.net/QNpwNheq4RUjXKyiXTi5GA "Use the GRC State Model form to define the workflow states and transition conditions in the Compliance Case Management application.").
4. Select Submit.
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* **[GRC State Model form](https://servicenow-prod.fluidtopics.net/QNpwNheq4RUjXKyiXTi5GA)**   
  Use the GRC State Model form to define the workflow states and transition conditions in the Compliance Case Management application.

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