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sourceDocument: Australia Sales Customer Relationship Management
sourceDocumentLink: https://www.servicenow.com/docs/r/australia/order-management

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# Create a blueprint

# Create a blueprint {#ariaid-title1}

Release version: Australia  
Updated March 12, 2026  
![](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/portal-asset/ico-clock) 1 minute to read  
Create a blueprint to standardize product configurations and reduce setup time. Blueprints define the structure, behavior, and configuration experience for your product models, ensuring consistency across your catalog.

## Before you begin

Role required: admin

## About this task

Blueprints serve as reusable templates that streamline product creation and ensure consistent configuration experiences. Use blueprints to define product hierarchies, set default values, and establish configuration rules that apply across multiple products.{#cpq-create-a-new-blueprint__cpq-create-a-new-blueprint-context-1}

## Procedure

1. In the ServiceNow CPQ Admin navigation pane, select Blueprints.  
2. Select New.  
3. Complete the blueprint form.  
   {#cpq-create-a-new-blueprint__entry__2}

   | Field | Description |
   |-|-|
   | Name | Unique identifier for the blueprint. Use a descriptive name that indicates the product type or category |
   | Description | Brief explanation of the blueprint's purpose and the types of products it supports |
   | Variable Name | Enter a variable name for the blueprint. |
   [Table 1. Blueprint form]

4. Select Submit.  
   The blueprint is created and appears in the Blueprints list.

## Result

You can now use the blueprint as a template when creating new products. The blueprint ensures consistent configuration options and reduces manual setup time for similar products.
**Related tasks**   

* [Export a blueprint](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/a_fVssJRZeC5g52KcjM0eQ "Download a blueprint as a ZIP file to move it between instances or create a backup copy.")
* [Import a blueprint](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/nDO6IdsBn5pBnee39NNO_w "Import a blueprint by uploading it as a ZIP file.")