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# Organising services with categories
In the Service Portfolio you can structure your services into categories. Categories help you group similar services, make your catalogue easier to navigate and give users a clearer overview when browsing or searching for items. You can create broad categories such as smartphone or software and use them as a starting point for building more detailed service offerings later.
To create or manage categories, go to the Categories tab at the top of the Service Portfolio. This view shows all existing categories on the left side and the details of the selected category on the right. If you are starting from scratch this list might be empty.
When you select the plus icon you can create a new category. A small form opens where you define the basic information of the category. The display name is required and will be used throughout the portal wherever this category appears. The description is optional and can help you explain what belongs here, for example when you have a lot of similar items. You can also define a display order if you want certain categories to appear in a specific sequence, for example at the top of the list.
After saving the category you can enrich it further. You can upload an image to visually represent the category. This gives the catalogue a more recognisable and friendly appearance, especially when you begin to work with larger numbers of services. You can also add translations if you use several languages in your organisation. If you do not add translations, the default name will be used automatically.
Categories sit at the foundation of your service portfolio. They do not define service behaviour on their own, but they make everything that follows easier to understand and more enjoyable to use. A simple and well structured catalogue helps users find what they are looking for faster and makes your services feel more curated and intentional. Creating categories early in the process sets you up for a much smoother experience once you begin adding services and expanding your portfolio.
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