--- title: "System Status Report" url: "https://help.carbonsig.app/en/article/system-status-report" language: "en" last_updated: "2026-09-16T08:05:42.613Z" --- # System Status Report AI-Powered Gap Analysis **Time to complete: 1-2 minutes to generate, 5-10 minutes to review** Get instant visibility into your system's completeness and verification readiness. ## **What is a System Status Report?** The System Status Report is an AI-powered analysis tool that scans your entire system and identifies: - Missing or incomplete data - Gaps in system boundaries - Missing emission factors or quantities - Incomplete documentation or notes - Methodological inconsistencies - Data quality issues in your emission factor inputs **You immediately see what's missing, why it matters, and what to do next.** * * * ## **Why Use System Status Reports?** ### **Before Verification** ✓ Identify gaps before submitting for third-party review ✓ Reduce verification cycles and costs ✓ Address issues proactively ### **During Development** ✓ Track system completeness in real-time ✓ Prioritize data collection efforts ✓ Ensure methodological consistency ### **For Quality Assurance** ✓ Validate data quality across all processes ✓ Check documentation completeness ✓ Verify calculation accuracy * * * ## **How to Generate a System Status Report** ### **Step 1: Go to the System page** ### **Step 2: Click on any system template** **Available in:** - Design Mode - Entry Mode - Analyze Mode ### **Step 2: Click "Create New System Status Report"** Look for the System Status Report button in your system interface. ![](https://cdn-assets.productfruits.com/58f75872-cbb2-438f-85e6-5346973baa00) ### **Step 3: Wait for Generation** The AI analyzes your system (typically ~1 minute): **Processing time:** 30-90 seconds depending on system complexity ![](https://cdn-assets.productfruits.com/9fdb1aaa-bd30-4e49-910e-a0ea01ada262) ![](https://cdn-assets.productfruits.com/64b2b07a-41a3-42d7-b738-de62fdbbcd74) ### **Step 4: Review Your Report** Report opens in a new browser tab in HTML format. ![](https://cdn-assets.productfruits.com/ed36c127-2d7f-48b5-aae6-812bf9a24bb7) **What you see:** - Clean, professional HTML layout - Organized by system component - Color-coded severity indicators - Actionable recommendations * * * ## **Understanding Your Report** ### **Report Structure** The System Status Report includes: **1\. Executive Summary** - Overall system health score - Critical issues requiring immediate attention - Quick statistics (% complete, missing data count) **2\. Process-by-Process Review** - Data quality assessment **3\. Red Flags and Improvement Opportunities** - High-priority issues highlighted - Recommendations for data quality improvements - Missing calculation elements **4\. Missing Emission Data** - List of inputs without emission factors - Suggestions for appropriate data sources - Data quality gaps **5\. Recommended Next Steps** - Prioritized action list - Specific guidance for each issue - Estimated impact of addressing each gap ## **Working with Your Report** ### **Save and Share** **Download Options:** - Save HTML file to your computer or go to Print PDF option from the browser - Print report for team review - Share with stakeholders or verifiers **Use Cases:** - Pre-verification checklist - Team review meetings - Quality assurance audits - Progress tracking over time ### **Generate Multiple Reports** Create reports at different stages: **During Development:** - Weekly progress checks - Before major milestones - After significant data updates **Before Submission:** - Final quality check - Pre-verification review - Stakeholder presentation * * * ## **Best Practices** ### **When to Generate Reports** ✓ **After initial system creation** → Identify missing components early ✓ **Before data collection** → Prioritize data gathering efforts ✓ **After major updates** → Verify changes didn't create new gaps ✓ **Before verification** → Final quality check ✓ **Regular intervals** → Monthly or quarterly quality reviews * * * ## **Troubleshooting** ### **Report Won't Generate** **Possible causes:** - System is empty or has minimal data - Browser blocking pop-ups - Network connectivity issues **Solutions:** - Ensure system has at least one complete process - Allow pop-ups for CarbonSig domain - Check internet connection - Try different browser - Contact support if issue persists ### **Report Shows Unexpected Issues** **Possible causes:** - Recent system changes not yet saved - Cached data from previous version - Calculation updates in progress **Solutions:** - Save system before generating report - Refresh page and regenerate - Wait for calculations to complete ### **Can't Find Report After Generation** **Solutions:** - Check pop-up blocker settings - Look for new browser tabs - Regenerate report if needed * * * ## **Frequently Asked Questions** **Q: How often should I generate System Status Reports?** A: Generate reports whenever you make significant changes, and always before verification. For active systems, monthly reports help maintain quality. **Q: Does generating a report affect my system data?** A: No, reports are read-only analysis. They don't modify your system in any way. **Q: Can I share reports with external verifiers?** A: Yes, reports are designed to be shareable. Download the HTML file or use Print PDF option from the browser and send to verifiers or stakeholders. **Q: What happens to old reports when I generate a new one?** A: Each report is independent. Save previous reports if you want to track progress over time. **Q: Can I generate reports for systems with "In Progress" status?** A: Yes, reports work for systems at any stage. They're especially useful for incomplete systems to guide data collection. * * * ## **Related Articles** **System Creation and Management:** - [Quick Start: Build Your First System](https://help.carbonsig.app/en/article/quick-start-build-your-first-system) - [Build Your System with System Builder](https://help.carbonsig.app/en/article/design-your-system-design-mode) **Data Quality and AI:** - [Suggest LCI with AI: AI-Powered Emission Data Selection](https://help.carbonsig.app/en/article/suggest-lci-with-ai-ai-powered-emission-data-selection) - [Reference Data Library](https://help.carbonsig.app/en/article/reference-data-library) **System Status and Analysis:** - [System Template Status Indicator](https://help.carbonsig.app/en/article/latest-update-october-25-advanced-analytics-supplier-intelligence-features) - [Manage Your Systems](https://help.carbonsig.app/en/article/manage-your-systems) * * * ## **Need Help?** **Questions about System Status Reports:** - Visit our [Help Center](https://help.carbonsig.app/) - Email [support@carbonsig.com](mailto:support@carbonsig.com) - Use in-app **Feedback** tool * * * **Ensure your systems are verification-ready with AI-powered gap analysis!** 📊 * * * *Last updated: September 2026*