Is this statement true about certifications?

The statement that " the staging period is required " for certifications is not true. In SailPoint IdentityIQ, the staging period is an optional phase during the certification campaign configuration. The staging period is used to pre-generate certifications and allow for any preparatory actions or adjustments before the certifications are officially launched and sent to reviewers. However, it is not a mandatory component for all certification campaigns.

Administrators may choose to bypass the staging period entirely depending on the specific requirements of the certification process or the urgency of the certification campaign. Therefore, while the staging period can be beneficial for managing large or complex certifications, it is not a required step.

SailPoint IdentityIQ Certification Overview Guide

SailPoint IdentityIQ Administration Guide (Sections on Certification Configuration and Staging Period)