Configuring and Enabling Effectivity Groups
Starting with Simphony 19.6, when Allow Local Control is set, corporate can announce a Start Date/Time and Must Activate By date for a promotion. Stores may not be ready for a promotion until they receive all the required inventory or promotional materials. When the store is ready, they can set the Enable Effectivity Group checkbox, activating the effectivity group. The Effectivity Group Status can be overridden, allowing stores to independently enable the effectivity group for their location. When the Must Activate By threshold is reached, the effectivity group automatically becomes active.
See also Configuring Effectivity for Table Management Reservations in the Dining Room Tables and Seating chapter.