The Validity field is used to define the period during which an Organizational Unit is valid in the organizational structure.

New Store Opening

A new store is planned to open on 1 October. The Organizational Unit can be created in advance with its validity starting on the opening date.

Configuration:

• Organizational Unit – Brno Store
• Valid From – 1 October
• Valid To – not specified

The store becomes part of the valid organizational structure from its planned opening date.

Permanent Branch Closure

A branch is scheduled to close permanently on 31 December.

Configuration:

• Organizational Unit – Branch
• Valid From – existing start date
• Valid To – 31 December

The validity period reflects when the branch ceases to be a valid Organizational Unit without requiring the unit to be removed from the structure.

Temporary Organizational Unit

A temporary unit is established for a defined period, for example for a seasonal operation.

Configuration:

• Organizational Unit – Seasonal Store
• Valid From – 1 November
• Valid To – 31 December

The Organizational Unit is valid only for the configured period, allowing the temporary part of the organization to be represented without treating it as a permanent unit.